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PITTMAN, M.D., Hugh Donald "Don" passed away peacefully on Monday, September 22nd at the age of 83, while living at One Lincoln Park in Dayton, OH. He was born in Akron, and then spent his professional years in Dayton, and his retirement years in Lake Lure, NC, "G-d's country" to him. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Emile Howard Pittman, and his parents, Hugh and Inez Pittman. Don is survived by his four children, their spouses and six grandchildren: son Jon Pittman and Care Heller-Pittman of Novato, CA; daughter Jane and Scott Sussman of Corona del Mar, CA and granddaughters Megan and Mallory; daughter Amy and Jack Kerr of Dayton, OH, grandson Adam and granddaughter Alisa; and daughter Sara and Rusty Kosel of Cincinnati, OH and granddaughters Emily and Erin. Don was an only child, growing up in Akron. He attended University of Akron where he met Emile. They married and moved to Columbus where he studied at The Ohio State University School of Medicine and she taught high school. They, then, packed up and moved to Johnson Air Force Base in Japan with Jon and Jane while he served for three years. They returned stateside with the addition of Amy and Sara, settling in Dayton where he started his medical practice in obstetrics/gynecology at Miami Valley Hospital. While the kids were young, Don and Emile bought a lake house on Lake Cumberland, KY where the family spent many hours boating, fishing, water skiing, playing cards, and being together. It was a place he could be away from the stresses of his medical practice and be with family. Upon retirement, Don and Emile sold their family home in Dayton moved to Lake Lure, NC, where they enjoyed over twenty years of golfing, boating, fishing, and mountain living. Don will be cremated with his ashes placed next to Emile in their beloved North Carolina. Service plans are pending. Arrangements in care of Reis Legacy Center Meyer-Boehmer Chapel, Centerville, OH. Words of encouragement may be sent to www.reislegacycenter.com.
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Joyce Ducheneaux
April 18, 2020
I have thought of Dr. Pittman with fond memories over the years. I'm sorry I just found his Obituary upon looking up his name on Google. I moved away from Dayton 35 years ago. Dr Pittman and his medical team saw me through 3 miscarriages, and the births of my 4 sons.He delivered my second son, Aaron. I remember him as a very skilled physician, and above all, as a kind, caring, warm, empathetic Doctor and human being. I'm so sorry for your family's loss. Happy to read that he enjoyed many pleasant years of retirement with his wife.
Bob and Dottie Williams
October 20, 2014
Dear Family of Dr. Pittman, May it give you a warm feeling of comfort to know yor Dad was a wonderful man and physician. He delivered my children and helped us through one miscarriage....a wonderful doctor and friend...and Bridge player as well! May he rest in peace and my you carry on his legacy of goodness with pride. Our prayers are with you all.
M Papp
October 6, 2014
Dr. Pittman was not only a great member of a fantastic OB/GYN medical team during my three pregnancies, but he was also a wonderfully sensitive, caring man. We enjoyed conversations about Akron, particularly events on Jason Avenue. I am glad that he lived a long, productive, happy life since he helped bring so many babies into this world.
Laurie Hyatt
October 1, 2014
Thinking of all of you with loving memories of your Dad. Be comforted knowing that your Mom and Dad are at rest now. Love to you all during these days ahead. Laurie Beck Hyatt
Gerald, Vicki and Christon Martin-MVH
September 28, 2014
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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