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Joseph Pittman Obituary
Pittman
January 1, 1953-
June 13, 2014
Columbus, GA- Mr. Joseph Wayne Pittman, 61, of Columbus, GA died Friday, June 13, 2014 in Lake Jackson, TX. Memorial Service will be conducted at 1:00 PM Friday, June 20, 2014 at Cusseta Road Christian Center Church 2336 Cusseta Road, Rev. Eddie Florence, pastor will be officiating. The family will receive friends during a repast immediately following the service at The Gallery at Fountain Park 4261 Macon Road according to the Charles E. Huff's International Funeral Home.
Mr. Joseph Wayne Pittman known to many as "Shoes" was born January 1, 1953 in Houston, TX to the late Freddie Lee Pittman and the late Lee Artie Criswell Pittman. Joe was educated in the public school system of Houston, TX and was a 1971 graduate of Kashmere High School. He later attended Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, LA where he obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. Joe was drafted by the Houston Astros in 1975 in the fifth round. He made his debut with the Major League Club in 1981. Joe also played in the Major Leagues for the San Diego Padres, the San Francisco Giants and the Detroit Tigers over the course of ten years. After Joe retired from baseball as a player he served as a scout for the Houston Astros and a hitting coach for their A-Ball League.
Joe also worked as a sales representative for Bill Heard Chevrolet and Legacy Chevrolet and was an account executive with Yellow Book. He was most recently working with Par Fab Industries, Incorporated based in Inola, Oklahoma.
Joe will be missed by many including his loving and devoted wife, Gwendolyn Small Pittman; one daughter, Josina Pittman Greene (Derrick); one step-daughter, Angie McDaniel, one step-son, Gartrell McDaniel, four sisters, Rhonda Pittman, Venetia Hampton, Ava Pittman, and Brenda Pittman; three step-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and countless friends.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Pittman
Aretha
June 25, 2023
Joe is truly missed. I often think of him making me laugh. A very fun-loving guy.
Al Albino
September 10, 2014
My condolences to Gwen, Josina and the entire family. I worked with Joe and broke bread with him many times.My daughter Tatiana was the runner up to Josina as Prom Queen at Hardaway High School in Columbus, Georgia. We will miss you Joe 'Shoes"
michael ervin
June 29, 2014
I worked on Mr joe cars for 7 yrs and he told me and my brother in columbus ga we were has brothers and all I have to say we love u and your wife 7063328029 from ervin family
Matt Riggins
June 26, 2014
I had the pleasure of working with Joe at Yellowbook back in 2008, and hit it off immediately. I loved baseball and he loved telling stories of his playing days. My sincere prayers go out to his family that he was always talking about. Rest in Peace, buddy!
A Harris
June 26, 2014
Joe -
It was such a pleasure knowing you!
You was kind, upbeat, gave good advie, and such a wonderful person!
My thoughts and prayers goes out to your family!
The Harris Family
June 25, 2014
I remember Joe Wayne from the 3rd grade and 4th grade at Ryan Elementary. Joe was always polite and kind. He is with the angels now.Dianne Evans-Marshall.
June 23, 2014
Hey Joe i knew you thru a ballplayer at Wiley College and all he bragged on was you, i feel like i knew you too.
Donnie Beasley Jr may god keep you and
strenghten your family.
June 22, 2014
Your classmates will miss you Joe Wayne.I went to elementary school with you/ then to high school lived in the neighborhood on ELYSIAN. Know you for over 50 years. Memories are Forever With our deepest sympathy to the entire family. OUR LEGEND "SHOES"
Deborah Franks Branch
Kashmere Class of 1971
Dorothy "Dot' Lee
June 21, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with Joe Wayne's family at this difficult time. He was such a kind and gentle person. He will truly be missed. Trust in God for your strength.
Best Blessing to the Pittman Family
Rene' Gibson
June 21, 2014
Dear Joe,
I'm so sad to hear about you leaving this earth but I know we will meet again. You and your beautiful wife Gwen have been like family to me every since we met. I thank you and Gwen for being there for me. Dear Brother Joe rest in peace. I know your family will miss you so. They don't make many good men like Joe. God Bless the Pittman Family. My Deepest Sympathy goes out to you all especially to my dear friend and colleague Gwen. - Peace and Love from Rene' M. Gibson
June 21, 2014
My boy Joe I will never forget the 42 years we shared as friends. My heart felt condolence go out to Gwen, Josina and family, I to share the tremendous loss we all feel about the transition of Joe from this life to the eternal life.. He will be truly missed but never forgotten.. " I Love you man"
-Ronnie T. And Karen Lynnt
June 20, 2014
As a High School Baseball Coach in Middle Ga., I knew Mr. Pittman as a Scout.
It was shocking to hear of his passing. He was always upbeat when we talked Baseball post game.
My condolences to the family.
June 20, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with Joe's family. Joe was such a fun guy and I enjoyed listening to all his stories. I will miss Joe!
Mary Johnson
June 20, 2014
The Pittman family and friends are in my prayers. Just have faith and God will see you through this tring time.
Misty McGarr
June 20, 2014
It was such an honor to know Joe. We worked together at Carl Gregory on Box Rd back in 1997. He was a great man. Thankful to call him my friend.
Kathy Mc Dowell Kendrick
June 19, 2014
May angels greet and carry you to the safe arms of our loving savior Jesus Christ. God Bless~
Kashmere Class "1971"
Gene Smith Loves Jewelers
June 19, 2014
Prayers to the family...Always loved our baseball conversations....Enjoyed our golfing games...RIP Joe...I will miss you...
Mark Hatch
June 19, 2014
Having known and working with Joe over the last 20 years. I am sorry he passed away. I will never forget in 1987 when Ms Maloof caught us shooting dice in the used car trailer and Joe said hey, hey, hey, hey how are doing Ms M. If I live to be a 100, I will never forget that.
Andrea Harding
June 19, 2014
Many years are past since we left high school. May God Bless the Pittman family as you grieve the loss of a really good guy.
Kashmere Class of 1971
Rokesha Thibodeaux
June 19, 2014
You will b truly missed. Rest in paradise my brother !
Trent Spence
June 19, 2014
You will always be missed,but never forgotten
B r Johnson
June 19, 2014
Joe will be missed
Lois (Wilson Accounting) Lockhart
June 19, 2014
God will comfort you at your time of need(Gwen) and family and friends
AARON DIXON
June 19, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Lamuriel Peagler-Adams
June 19, 2014
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Cassie Lamb
June 19, 2014
Rest in Peace my old high school friend. I will always remember the good times.
Cassie Jackson_Lamb
Kashmere Class of 1971
SHEILA WHITE
June 19, 2014
JOE IM LOST FOR WORDS. U WAS INDEED A PEOPLE PERSON FROM THE FIRST TIME I MET U. AT THE END OF THE DAY IT SEEMS LIKE IVE KNOWN U A LIFE TIME. R.I.P MY FRIEND.U NEVER MET A STRANGER GOD IS GAINING A REAL SOILDER. GWEN MY LOVE GOES TO U AND THE KIDS CALL ME FOR COMFORT.
Sissy
June 19, 2014
My prayers go out to the Pittman family in their time of need. Joe will be truly missed.
LaWanda Neely
June 19, 2014
God blesses those who mourn for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4
My thoughts and prayers surround the entire Pittman family. Mr. Joe left a beautiful legacy of love, peace & joy. God bless you all!
Ginger Geter
June 19, 2014
"Shoes" you will be missed! What an awesome guy!
Marguerite Green
June 19, 2014
To Mrs. Gwen Pittman, Josina and Family, Our Sincere Condolences go to your family for your loss. Mr. Joe(as my children used to call him), was very kind and supportive to any and everyone. Years ago he was our landlord and he used to bring Josina with him to play with my kids and treated us like family. I don't think Mr. Joe never met a stranger. Rest In Peace Mr. Joe and thanks for your guidance. And May God Bless this Family
CHERYL WAITERS-PRADIA
June 19, 2014
My thoughts and pyayers are with the family. May God continue to give the family strenght.
Patricia keys
June 19, 2014
I heart and prayers going out to the family with much love.
Kendall Mcgriff
June 19, 2014
I will never forget when I was in the bed sleeping joe came in talking about his crocodile Dundee boots aggravating me while I'm sleeping joe was a hell of a guy I had alot good times and good memory with joe may you rest in peace my dude.
Aretha Brawley
June 19, 2014
R.I.P. Joe. Truly a good friend and thanks for helping me decide on the purchase of my automobile. You will be missed and never forgotten. My sincerest prayers go out to the family. God Bless You All.
Corliss Stewart
June 19, 2014
I will always remember Joe Wayne during our time at Southern. He was a fun loving friend who never met a stranger. He was always well dressed and loved to party. He loved his family,especially his daughter Josina.... He will be greatly missed!
Laura Lowe
June 19, 2014
My sincere condolences to Josina and the family. I was very fond of Joe. He handled the lease of a Honda Accord for me in '91. He was always a professional.
Will Lawrence
June 19, 2014
Rest in peace,my dear friend!I will remember the very first time we met,and had so much in common.
Gwen,hang in there !
Tollie & Gloria Strode
June 19, 2014
I will always remember those "skin boots" and the conversations we had over the years about our kids. REST..... Until we meet again.
Gloria(Brandy)& Tollie Strode
Columbus,GA
Brenda W. Perryman
June 19, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time and always. Rest In Peace My Friend.
Coretta Thames
June 19, 2014
Joe you will surely be missed but your caring, compassionate spirit will forever live in many hearts.
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