Photo courtesy of Hargett Funeral Service, Inc. - Greensboro
Greensboro, North Carolina
Nov 2, 1942 – Jun 2, 2021 (Age 78)
Ronald James Pitts, Sr., son of the late Herbert Sylvester Pitts and Easter Lee Pitts was born on November 2, 1942 in Wheeling, West Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents; Easter Lee Pitts and Herbert Sylvester Pitts; by his brother, Donald; his sister Ruth Pitts McGriff and son-in-law, William Darin Wall.
Graduate of Bluefield State University in Bluefield, W Va. He played football and basketball there as well as earned degree in History and Political Science. He received his law degree (J.D.) from North Carolina Central University in Durham, NC, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. He was admitted to private practice in Beckley W. Va before becoming a field attorney for the Internal Revenue Service in 1969. Throughout the 1970’s and 1980’s, he served as the Chairperson of the Jaycees in West Virginia as well as being active in the NAACP and taught motivational and tax-related courses. In addition, he was the past Chapter President of the NTEU (National Treasury Employees Union), Commissioner with the Urban Renewal Authority. From the late 1980’s until 2013, he served as parliamentarian and Advisory Board member of AIM-IRS. He was reassigned from the Detroit District to North Carolina as Manager of Estate and Excise Tax Groups in 1985, eventually settling in Greensboro, North Carolina in 1987. He retired from the Internal Revenue Service after 32 years of distinguished service in 2001.
On Wednesday, June 2, 2021 was called home to the Lord after being in recent declining health.
He leaves a legacy of love with his loving wife of more than 50 years, Nellie P. Pitts, three children: Ronnelle Joy Pitts-Wall of Spring, TX, Rhonda Jewelle Johnson of Greensboro, NC and Ronald James Pitts, II (Ashlyne K. Pitts); three loving granddaughters: Fatima Wall of Denver, Co., Laila M. Wall of Spring TX and Maggie Wall of Rockingham, NC; three brothers: Paul Pitts (Paula Pitts) of Edwardsville, Ill, Russell D. Pitts (Christine Pitts) of Mansfield, Oh, and John Pitts (Lometia Pitts) of Atlanta, Ga.; three sisters; Rosemary Pitts, Betty Ann Pitts and Constance Irene Pitts, all of Wheeling West Virginia; a host of nieces and nephews; along with many great-nieces and great-nephews, friends, colleagues and mentees.
2 Timothy 4:7:
7 I have fought a good fight. I have finished the work I was to do. I have kept the faith. 8 There is a crown which comes from being right with God. The Lord, the One Who will judge,. will give it to me on that great day when He comes again. I will not be the only one to receive a crown. All those who love to think of His coming and are looking for Him will receive one also.
Friends may visit the Goldie Hargett Memorial Chapel, 905 E. Market Street, Greensboro for visitation on Sunday, June 6th from 1 to 5.
Read MoreMay God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. The Pitts family was a big part of my memories. Webabe and my brother,Dennis Sailer,were friends in high-school. The rest of the Pitts family, and my family , have remained friends over the years. It's hard to loose a loved one, but, it's the price we pay for having been blessed . Much love to all!
JANE SAILER-GORCZYCA
June 08, 2021 | WHEELING, WV | Friend
We will miss a great servant and soldier. Vickie Muse, Aim-IRS
Vickie Muse
June 08, 2021 | LOS ANGELES, CA | Coworker
Ron was one of a kind; he was a brilliant man who had empathy for all people. He was a God Fearing man who loved his Wonderful family; they were all each other’s rock. I came to know Ron thru the AIM organization (Association for the Improvement of Minorities in Internal Revenue Service where we served together. He was my parlementarian my confident and my friend that I could always rely on. We had wonderful conversations about our families, work at the IRS and life in general. I will...
Roslyn Russell-Abdurrahman
June 07, 2021 | Jacksonville, FL | Friend
Mr. Ron was an amazing man. I know you will be missed very much. To the family it was a pleasure to help take care of him. To Ms Nellie, RJ, jewel, and joy my prayers are with all of you.
Debbie Tucker
June 07, 2021 | Kernersville, NC | Friend
My heart goes out to you and the family. Please know you are in our thoughts, and in our prayers. Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
James and Katy Price
June 07, 2021 | Goose Creek, SC | Family
I knew Ron from working across the hall from him and his group. He was such a gentle giant, always with a smile on his face. Soft-spoken and kind, he was the epitomy of a gentleman. He was easy to talk to and always gave good advice and help when needed. I will always have fond memories of him.
DIANE MANNELLA
June 06, 2021 | Greensboro, NC | Coworker
He was a good man and a good boss. I enjoyed working for him until he retired. My sympathy to the family.
Doug Wilkerson
June 05, 2021 | Charlotte, NC | Friend
Ron brought me into the Estate and Gift Tax Group. I'll always remember about Ron his unusual blend of insight, warmth and intelligence...combined with a great instinct for people. I remember him always making a great impression on people. He dressed impeccably, professionally. Old school I suppose in that regard. His attitude was always positive. He always treated people with respect and warmth, as well as being a fine and savvy "boss" and leader. Ron was always very real, easy to be...
Maurice Watson
June 05, 2021 | Charlotte, NC | Friend
So sorry to learn of the passing of Mr. Pitts. My thoughts and prayers are with the family . I pray that your loving memories will help carry you through. May God continue to bless and keep each if you in His care.
Laura Gladney
June 05, 2021 | Greensboro, NC | Friend