Stephen Howard Pitler

Stephen (Steve) Howard Pitler, age 81, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Steve was born in Norfolk, VA on March 20th, 1945. The son of Julia and Albert Pitler. Steve attended Granby Elementary and Granby High School. He graduated from Temple University in 1968, and he received his law degree from the University of Baltimore in 1973.

Steve married Janet the love of his life. He was a devoted husband, wonderful father and grandfather. He was a confident and loyal friend to many.

Steve was a three-sport athlete at Granby and at Temple University. While at Granby he was voted most athletic. He won the heavyweight Eastern championship and placed second in the state. He was also selected as Norfolk's outstanding baseball player. At Temple University in 1968 he was voted the most outstanding athlete.

Steve went on to attend law school and was admitted to practice law in 1973. Steve was selected as one of the best lawyers in America. He retired in 2012. He also served six years in the Virginia National Guard. Steve will be remembered for his sense of humor, superior wit, integrity and dependability.

Steve is survived by his wife, Janet, his son Damon and daughter Evan. He is also survived by Damon's wife Amy and four beloved grandchildren Theodora, Veronica, Logan and Lucinda.

A funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Sunday March 29, 2026 at Ohef Sholom Temple 530 Raleigh Ave. Norfolk. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery.