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Dale
August 17, 2021
It's been 16 years. Brittany and Zac's kids are growing up well and they are a great pair of parent's. I'm trying to follow your example by giving them advice when they ask and the freedom to make their own choice.
I was reading through the words family wrote and was crying. I just can't write the words about the gap you and Mom left in our lives. More like a canyon. I didn't realize how big of a footprint you left. Sandra and I will be watching a program and I'll use the line you used to use 'Hey, we've been there,' or 'Did I tell you Dad wired that?' It still draws a smile.
I don't know what else to say, so I'll close. Stop by once in a while. Miss you. Later.
Heather Hamda
August 21, 2006
Dear Grandpa,
You have brought so much joy and laughter to everyone around you. You have always had the ability to make people laugh and bring a smile to someone's face. I think that's a great quality to have and you will be missed dearly. A lot of my memories of you are when Shaun and I came to visit the farm. Those are some very dear and fond memories that I will always keep close to me. Your way of life brings out the true kid in everyone. Being able to run around the farm till we dropped. It was the pure simplicity and rawness of life that was then unknown, but now something to cherish. I am so honored that Yasmeen was able to meet you and laugh with you! And as for Maya, I will have to fill her in on what a wonderful man you are. One day, I will meet you on the other side and we'll have long conversations, but until then, you will be a very sweet memory to me and when I think of you, I will always smile:)
Love,
Heather
Cheryl Bruner-Eddy
August 29, 2005
I was so sorry to hear of your loss from my friend in Mulvane. My heart goes out to you and all the kids...we will keep you and the family in our thoughts and prayers.
Megan Pittman
August 28, 2005
Grandpa~
You mean the world to me. Where ever I go you will always be with me, in my heart.
I will miss everything about you, but what I will miss the most are the jokes we shared & the way we laughed together. I can still hear your laugh and I can't help but smile.
I remember when I was little you came down to the farm everyday. Mom & Dad said they were afraid I would start calling YOU Dad.
They told me you were so proud I was your granddaughter, well, Grandpa, I want you to know I am so proud to say I'm Rod Pittman's granddaughter.
I learned many things from you, the one thing I will always carry with me is the will to make new friends. You never knew a stranger. Now I am in a new place where I know no one, but because of you, I'm not scared.
Your love & guidance will be missed tremendously. Grandpa, I hope where ever I am, you are there to look over me & guide me in the right direction. I love you & will miss you immensely.
Your proud and loving grandaughter. Megan Marie
Betty Brooks
August 25, 2005
Dear Rod,
As I was sitting in church yesterday listening to everyone talk about your life, I started to reflect on my own memories of you and life on the farm. At harvest time friends and family coming together to lend a hand, enjoying Dolly's home cooking when it was time to eat and at the end of the day having a cold Bud and listening to your stories.
Even though those days have past your examples of hard work, determination and dependability will always be an inspiration in my life. Sweet Dreams!!!!!
Love
Betty
P.S.
One more thing do you think you could put in a good word for the Cowboys this year, they look pretty good so far but might need some help once the season gets started.
Marcia Quincy (Pope)
August 24, 2005
Dear Susan and Family,
I read in the paper this AM of the loss of your dad. I was so sorry to hear this. I want you to know you are all in my prayers and I will be thinking of you.
Much Love And Care:
Kay Powell
August 24, 2005
Dolly,
I don't know if you remember me, but I'm Sandra's little sister. I can not imagine the loss you have experienced, but please know that you and your whole family are in my thoughts and prayers. Time does heal all but there will always be tender moments.
Dale, my heart goes out to you. There are no comforting words, but I do know how you feel. Don't not talk about Rod, he will live on through your daily memories and conversations.
May your family know their blessings for the years you did have with Rod. It shows in each of your words.
Rex & Pat Morgan
August 24, 2005
Dear Dolly and family:
We were sorry to hear of Rod's death. Though we have not seen the two of you for a while, we do remember the times together during Sumner Cowley Electric Coop meetings. Rod was such a sharp wit and he made life interesting. May you and family be comforted in knowing that Rod is at peace now. God be with you during this time and continue to watch over you.
Larry Prior
August 24, 2005
Dear Dale and Family,
I was sincerely sorry to hear about your Dad, but from having spoken to you about him I know he is in a better place. Thinking back since 1985 or 1986 I've heard you mention your Dad many times.
Dale just remember - his body is only asleep today to be resurrected FIRST AT THE SECOND COMING TO MEET THE LORD, FAMILY AND FRIENDS IN THE AIR, BUT NOT TO BE FORGOTTEN - HIS SOUL IS STILL ALIVE TODAY WITH THE LORD - REMEMBER - THE SECOND COMING IS ONLY A TWINKLING OF THE EYE AWAY AND IF WE'RE AROUND WE WILL MEET THE LORD AND OUR FAMILYS IN THE AIR - NO MORE SORROW, PAIN, TRIALS OR TRIBULATIONS!!!!!
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY,
Larry and Freda Prior
Ismael Heron
August 24, 2005
To the Pittman Family,
Susan and I offer you our most heartfelt sympathy. If there is anything we can do, please do not hesitate to say so.
Great men leave a deep mark on those around them. Your dad lives on in the minds and hearts of those of us who knew him. He lives on in all of you, his most precious legacy to this world. But most importantly, he lives on because God himself has told us so.
May God bless the Pittman family in this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Christine Lester-Crews
August 24, 2005
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I have very fond memories of Rod. When I would visit Uncle Paul and Aunt Francie, Rod (and of course Dolly) always made me feel at home and treated me like I was one of their own family members. God Bless!
Paul Pittman
August 24, 2005
Dearest Dad,
Thank you for all you have taught me throughout the years. There have been so many things, cattle, machinery, crops and good values.
I know that we got cross with each other sometimes (that was your stuborness that I inherited from you), but I always loved you very much.
One thing that always amazed me was your eye for horses. You could always pick out the good ones but you never liked them. Maybe it was just working behind them that you didn't like.
You touched the lives of so many people. Your quick wit will never be forgotten.
Thank you Dad for loving my family and always offering a lending hand and ears to listen.
I LOVE YOU and you WILL ALWAYS BE WITH US.
Dad I thank you for your time.
Your son,
Paul
P.S. Here is an extra key to my shop, come in anytime and the bathroom is in the back.
Francie Pittman
August 24, 2005
Hi Dad, Our hearts are breaking, the tears keep flowing and it sometimes hurts so much to say our final goodbye. I love you so much and you had always been so good and honest with me, gave me the added strength when I needed it most. We will always feel so blessed and thankful to God, for allowing you to celebrate our 40th Anniversary with us, guess he wanted to let you have one last big fling! I will miss you so much, and thank you for the beautiful memories and love you gave me. Francie
Kara Pittman
August 24, 2005
I love you so much grandpa. You will be missed, and celebrated. I wish I could have told you that, but I think you already knew. I have never met a person that knew you that wasn't in awe of you. You were an inspiration to me, and still are. I love you.
Dale Pittman
August 23, 2005
Dear Dad,
You cannot know how much I will miss you. Even though we had our severe disagreements (fights) about Democrats vs. Republicans and other nonsense, I still enjoyed being around you when we spoke about other things. I will be forever in your debt of the knowledge, spirit, guidance and the myriad of other values you taught me. You taught by word, thought and deed. You were an easy and also a tough example to follow.
There is so much to write; yet I can’t put into words what you and Mom mean to me. You taught me how to drive, my work ethic, how to wire houses, barns and other items, to work on cars, tractors, and other farm equipment; to enjoy life and all it has to give, the joy of travel and most of all, how to be a father, and a husband. That example is the most priceless. I use it every day to teach my children, your grandchildren. They tell me on occasion they can’t believe how much smarter they are than other kids. I tell them that is from your Grandpa. He taught us to be smart, and the quest for knowledge is it’s own reward. To not be smart, was an anathema to him; and he imparted it to all of us.
I remember the stories and jokes you used to tell people to get a laugh. The people that came to see you today remembered you for the jokes and funny things you would say. During the family birthday parties, special occasions, and holidays at home, the house would ring with laughter, and the hundreds of pictures we would take. Passing pictures around during the family get-togethers was such fun.
Life was tough on the farm, and it was the best time we ever had. We all remember you as an inventor and a tinkerer as well as a builder and a conservationist. I remember you as being tough, yet gentle when you needed to be. Your life was filled with ‘I Been There’s’ and ‘I wired that building,’ and ‘I remember when that was thus-and-such.’ We learned history of Kansas and the U.S. through you, because you had been there; done that. It sometimes got tedious listening to the same stories, but we never forgot them, and learned to appreciate what was. The legacy you and Mom made will last for generations. Your grandchildren are so much better through your caring and sometimes tough handling of situations, but we remembered the lessons so we could teach them.
I love you, Dad. I will always remember what you were, who you were, and most importantly, what you meant to my children and me.
carolyn thomas
August 23, 2005
So sorry for your loss
Terri Root
August 23, 2005
Dear Grandpa,
First and foremost, I'd like for you to know that you mean the world to me and that you'll be missed immensely. You were a wonderful Grandfather, who provided our entire family with the knowledge, guidance, and strength to pass along for many generations.
Last Sunday afternoon, when you opened your blue eyes for the last time, I was overwhelmed with various emotions, from being glad that you were no longer in pain, to feeling selfish that I would no longer get to share a joke with you, tell you how my family was doing, or to tell you how things were going at the office.
It was then that I realized that even though you were headed to heaven to see some of our family members, you will always be with us. As I looked around the room at your family, I saw the legacy and gifts you've provided to us. I see your blue eyes in your children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. I see your loyalty to family, sense of humor, intelligence, friendliness, kindness and compassion for others, strong work ethic, and your love of traveling. You've even made sure that gave each of us your stubbornness (although some of us received an extra dose). We are all the recipient of many "Pittman short-cuts" where we'd go on drives and always take a road less traveled to discover new scenery, see how the crops are doing, or to drive to a familiar place and never take the same route each time. Each of us carry these traits, and then I felt more confident that you'll always be with us.
You provided each of us many skills. You taught all of us how to drive and some of us learned to fly as well. You taught us the importance of being a farmer. You taught us how to wire electricity, how to build and repair engines, how to build houses, power plants and Air Force bases, large public facilities, and build bridges and roads. Not only does your family carry your traits, we'll always remember you when we see the facilities that you worked on from the Liberal, Pratt and Dodge City Air Force bases you wired with electricity, to the Holcomb power plant, to the Water Treatment plant in Winfield, Century II, Sears @ Towne East, the soon to be dismantled Derby/Coastal refinery on 21st Street in Wichita, to wiring several buildings at Boeing, Cessna, and Beech, Vulcan Chemicals, and the Garvey building.
Grandpa, I'm grateful for the time you've invested in all of us and knowledge you've shared. You've left a wonderful legacy for years to come. Thank you for being with us. We love you very much!!
Rokell Rhodes
August 23, 2005
My dearest thoughts are with all of you at this time. Rod was special, as is Dolly, and I am blessed to be the mother of 2 of their grandchildren, Shaun and Heather. I have always appreciated Rod and Dolly's simple way of life and the times my kids and I were able to spend at their farm. Much love to all of you and God bless all of you.
Mike Stewart
August 23, 2005
Hello, Dale. This is your old college roomate, Mike. I noticed your Dad's obiturary since it is immediately below my grandmother Doris Patterson's obituary on the Wichita Eagle web site. I know you had a fond affection for your father and will miss him dearly. I remember you enjoyed planning surprise birthday parties for him. I know you treasure many fond memories of him.
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