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James Pitzer Obituary

PITZER James Russell "Jim" Pitzer, age 63, passed away September 20, 2010. Born August 25, 1947, Jim was a graduate of Mifflin High School class of 1965 and The Ohio State University class of 1973. He served his country with honor aboard the USS Leary, 1968-1971 during the Vietnam campaign and was awarded the service medal. Jim was employed at American Shoe Corp and Toledo Scale in Columbus, OH. He retired from Reliance Electric/Rockwell Automation in Cleveland, OH. Jim was a member of the Combat Vets Motorcyclists Association (CVMA), Harley Owners Group (HOG), Patriot Guard Riders, and Columbus Ski Club. Jim was also a life member of the VFW and Amvets. He served as Commander of Amvets Post 109, Mentor on the Lake, OH and 1st Vice Commander of Amvets Post 89, Columbus, OH. Jim was a true patriot of The United States of America. His love of motorcycles and his fellow riders was complemented by his willingness to help his fellow man. He was widely known and respected throughout the central Ohio area. Preceded in death by his parents John William and Mary Eloise Pitzer. Survived by son, James Joseph (Petra); granddaughter, Evangeline Rose; and brother, Steven. A gathering of family and friends to celebrate Jim's life will be held Saturday from 12-3 and 5-8 p.m. at SCHOEDINGER WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 6699 N. High St. (1/2 mile south of I-270). Memorial service to be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to The Fisher House, P.O. Box 33871, Wright Patterson AFB, OH 45433. Online condolences may be made to www.schoedinger.com

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Sep. 22, 2010.

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Thomas Lee

September 19, 2011

I was in Florida and just came back to Ohio. I just found out Sept. 17, 2011. My condolences go out to his family.

September 25, 2010

Dancer, I will always see you by my side on the road. Ride safe with God.
Larry "Recon"

ELLEN THOMPSON/WOLF

September 23, 2010

i GRADUATED WITH JIM AT MIFFLIN (1965).HE WAS A VERY NICE GUY.....GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.........WE ARE ONLY PASSING BY ON THIS EARTH....... OUR REWARD WILL BE MUCH GREATER WITH OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN...........GOD BLESS

Robbin Sabo

September 23, 2010

Jay,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was wonderful man. He loved you and was so incredibly proud of you. We had alot of fun with your Dad at Reliance parties. I am sure your dad and Steve are partying in heaven together.
Although you can't see your Dad, he will always be with you in your heart. I am sure he will continue to guide you.

September 23, 2010

My heart and prayers are with his family today. I remember Jim well as a really special guy, always fun, always friendly and nice to all he met. Rexine Himes Fernandez

Candie Dorsey Whitney

September 23, 2010

I am saddened by Jim's passing. We went to HS together and he was such a nice guy. He was in our thoughts and prayers at our 45th HS reunion in August.

Ted Makse

September 23, 2010

As present Commander of Amvets Post 109, I offer our deepest sympathy. Although I did not know Jim personally, I have heard much about him. I'm sure he will be missed by all.
Ted Makse Commander Amvets Post 109

Jennifer Lucas-Mincey

September 23, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The Mincey Family

September 23, 2010

I also am very sorry about Jim's passing. He was a good friend in high school and I was looking forward to seeing him at our 45th reunion but unfortunately was injured just before that. My thoughts and prayers will be with him and his family in this rough time. God bless.
Phyllis DeFord
Mifflin Class of 1965

Rocky Lee

September 23, 2010

We'll truely miss you Jim! I feel honored I had the chance to know you. You'll never be forgotten! God Bless to your family!

Rocky Lee

September 23, 2010

You'll be forever missed, Jim!! We're very thankful we had the honor of knowing you!! With our deepest sympathy. God Bless You All!

Berti Harness

September 22, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time.

September 22, 2010

We we're so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. I know this is a difficult time but know that you have the support and love from many friends who are here for you. Find your strength in the many memories of your beloved brother.

Alan and Colleen Hall

Linda Cater

September 22, 2010

I remember Jim as a man of gold. He was the nicest person and would do anything for anybody. He will always have a place in my heart. My sympathy to his Family.

Swede and Kathy Ware (CVMA)

September 22, 2010

Dancer, you may have left us in the physical world but you will always ride with us and be in our Hearts. Save us a stool and a cold one, won't feel right till we are riding together again.....

September 22, 2010

Thank you for your service to our country.

Blue Star Mothers
Buckeye Military Moms, Ch 9
Worthington/Cols. OH

Lab Support Talecris, RTL

September 22, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time. May the happy memories stay with you forever.

Richard Holliday

September 22, 2010

On behalf of the Columbus Ohio Chapter of the Harley Owners Group (HOG). We wish to extend our deepest sympathies to Jim's family and friends. We will hold them close to our hearts, in this, their time of need.
Rich Holliday
Past Director and PGR member

Michael "Spirit" Uhl

September 22, 2010

A great loss to those who knew Jim and to his brothers and sisters in the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Assc. Dance, you will still ride with us in our hearts and minds. Rest in peace my brother

Michael "Spirit" Uhl

September 22, 2010

A great loss to those who knew him and his borothers and sisters in the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Assc. Dancer, you will still ride with us in our hearts and minds. Rest in peace my brother.

Pop's & Lorelei Brock

September 22, 2010

I enjoyed the visits and always looked forward to seeing you at CVMA functions.
You will be missed brother.Ride in the Heavans and Dance on the Stars!

Chester Larson

September 22, 2010

We miss you Jim ! Have a great ride !
Lt.& Toby

Mary Coccia Ashbaugh

September 22, 2010

I remember Jim from Mifflin High School (I was in the Class of '66) and I honor him for his service to our country. My sympathy to his family.

Brian & Sherry Martin

September 22, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mike and Cecile Bisutti

September 22, 2010

Our deepest sympathies to Jim's family, especially my good friend Steve, Jim's loving younger brother. I didn't know Jim but I saw during the tough days the concern and love that Steve had for his brother. It made me realize that Jim was truely a loved and wonderful man, full of life and the attitude to enjoy it. Steve, may you and your family find comfort in these difficult days knowing you have the support of many friends and the satifaction that everything that could have been done to save Jim's life was done, Your pals, Mike and Cecile Bisutti

12-6

September 22, 2010

Dancer, Ah now the good ride

Susan Weyrick, Auxiliary President

September 22, 2010

The Ladies Auxiliary of AMVETS Post 89 send their heartfelt condolences to Jim's family. On a personal note, Jim was a good friend, and I will miss him terribly. This is a tremendous loss to AMVETS Post 89. He will be sorely missed. Our heats and prayers are with his family at this sad time.

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