Richard Allen Pitman Sr.

Richard Allen Pitman Sr. obituary, Pensacola, FL

Richard Allen Pitman Sr.

Richard Pitman Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Faith Chapel Funeral Homes - South Chapel on Jun. 24, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Richard Allen Pitman, 80, of Pensacola, Florida, passed away on June 22, 2025. He was born in Pensacola on April 12, 1945 to Marcus Dee Pitman and Dorothy Mabire Pitman. He was married to Tommie Kay Pitman for 17 years. Richard (Rick) had a career in Instrumentation Specialist for Hovensa.
He was a member of Calvary Way Full Gospel Church, 320 Masonic Lodge in Myrtle Grove, Shriners Hospital, Scottish Rite, and had a passion for old hot rod cars, fishing, and keeping birds.
He was preceded in death by Marcus and Dorothy Pitman, father and mother, Doug Pitman, brother, Mickey Simmons, son-in-law.
He is survived by Tommie Kay Pitman, wife, Richard Allen Pitman, Jr. (Melissa), son, Dewayne Pitman (Tammy), son, Lisa Simmons, daughter, Karen Jones (Tommy), sister, Eugene Pitman (Margaret), brother, 7 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.
The Pallbearers are Ronnie McNesby, Willie Small, Mike Saxon, Jerry Maygarden, Randy Maygarden, and Randy Hall.
Honorary Pallbearers are Larry Adams and Tim Ellis.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign Richard Pitman's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

Faith Chapel Funeral Homes - South Chapel

100 Beverly Parkway, Pensacola, FL 32505

Make a Donation
in Richard Pitman's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

How to support Richard's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Richard Pitman's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Richard Pitman's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?