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James Pittman Obituary
Virginia Beach - James Alton Pittman, 83, left his earthly home on Sunday, April 19th to be with his Father and his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ where he is rejoicing.
He is survived by his wife of nearly 59 years, Helen Edwards Pittman: his children, Carolyn Pittman Halstead, Thomas Alton Pittman and wife Susan, Gerald Wayne Pittman and wife Lori, and Norma Pittman Dunagan; grandchildren, Beth, Chase, Sarah and husband Kenny, Gerald Jr., and Kori; great-grandchildren, Madison, Kaydence, Zeke, Dustyn, and Carsyn; sisters, Frances Burgress, Becky Dillon, and Anne Lile and husband Raymond; his cousin, Joe Hancock and wife Kitty; his nieces, Teresa Erickson and Cindy Adair, and numerous others cousins, nieces, and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, Percy and Corrine Pittman; a sister Jeanette, and brothers, Eugene, Randolph, Arthur Lee, and Lawrence.
He served in the Army in the fifties. He retired from the US Fish and Wildlife Service, Mackey Island National Wildlife Refuge where he received several awards for his hard work and dedication. Daddy loved to restore old tractors and work in his very organized garage. He could fix anything.
He was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and in many other positions through the years. Every Sunday he would select a bible verse and share it with the children's class. He always let everyone know that Jesus loved them and taught his grandchildren and great-children the song Jesus Loves Me. We will all be together again because of his example, guidance, and leadership.
The family would like to thank those who helped to care for Daddy over the past year; Tracy, Nicole, and a very special God-Send to us all, Jamie.
Please join the family for a Celebration of His Life on Thursday, April 23rd at 3:00 pm at Oak Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Chuck Moseley officiating. In honor of Daddy's love for sweets, there will be a desserts reception in the church social hall, immediately following the service. Memorial donations may be made to a mission church that some of our family is involved with, Calvary Baptist Church 801 Riverside Ave Elizabeth City NC 27909 or to the Creeds Volunteer Rescue Squad. The family is being served by R.W. Baker & Co Funeral Home, Wakefield Chapel where condolences may be posted at www.rwbakerfh.com.
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Ron and Sue Slezak
April 25, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss, but I know he is with Jesus.
Cindy & David Bright
April 24, 2015
You are in our prayers. Mr. Pittman will be greatly missed by many. Remember God loves you and will be with you every step of your way.
Gary & Teresa Erickson
April 22, 2015
My dad could not have been more blessed with a brother like him. He and Aunt Helen were always there when Cindy and I needed them growing up.
Lynne Jennings
April 22, 2015
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Nancy & Mike Keenan
April 22, 2015
I will keep the Pittman Family in my prayers. At least now, he is not in any pain and he is walking the streets of gold with God.
David and Vicki
April 22, 2015
Thinking of you all and praying for you. What comfort, knowing your Dad is no longer in pain, that he is healed and that he waits for you in heaven. You can all be assured that he would have been proud of the way you have pulled together to take care of your Mom and that you all did everything you could to make his journey from this life to the next as bearable as possible.
Cindy Adair
April 22, 2015
Uncle Jinx was our angel here on earth. He was always there for us all. I will always remember the love & guidance he gave with that huge heart of his. I know our Daddy is waiting on you Uncle Jinx, with big 'ole tractors that heaven needs worked on. We love you.
teddy pait
April 22, 2015
Jerry, sorry to hear about your Grandad, I know he meant the world to you. You always talked about the things he taught you. Just think about all the people lives he touch and the things he done and find comfort in this. You and your family are in my prayer Brother
Brenda Mclaughlin
April 21, 2015
Love and prayers to the family. Blessed by his friendship and Christian example for many years. He will be missed by many.
Dianne Parker (Kennedy)
April 21, 2015
Sorry to here to about your families lost, My prayers are with you all.
Betty Robbins
April 21, 2015
Prayers for Tom , Susan, and all the family in the passing of your dad.
Martinez
April 21, 2015
Thinking of your family, wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain. Mr. & Mrs. Martinez
April 21, 2015
What a blessing James was to me working 18 years with him on the Mackay Island Refuge.He taught me so much about every thing but most of all he always included the LORD in all we did together.He always had time to pray at every meal and in times when I was at a low.Thank you James for all you did for me.I know where you are and I know you are in a wonderful place with yours and my Savior JESUS.
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