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1952
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2025
Kenneth Pitts Obituary
Dec 24, 1952 - Jun 22, 2025
Kenneth "Ken" Lee Pitts was called home to his Heavenly Father on June 22, 2025, at age 72.
Ken was born and raised in Hammond, Indiana, having graduated from Hammond Tech, to which he would proudly claim "Tiger Pride" if given the chance. He had a passion for sci-fi, technology and gadgets from a young age. A devoted family man, Ken dedicated his life to providing for his loved ones and caring deeply for his wife. After nearly overcoming a battle with esophageal cancer, he was suddenly afflicted with an untreatable brain cancer. He passed peacefully at home, surrounded by family.
He was preceded in death by his mother Wanda June (Caudill) Pitts, father Eula Pitts and brother-in-law Robert "Bob" Robbins.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Deborah Pitts; his former wife, April Pitts; his sisters, Maria "Diane" (Pitts) Makarewich and Gloria (Pitts) Robbins; his daughters, Michelle "Mikki" (Pitts) Winquist and Cassandra "Cassie" (Pitts) Brooks; his stepdaughter, Shannon (Silverman) Nascimento; his grandchildren, Jaime, Christopher, Jeffrey, Toby, Remi, Lexi, and Nathan; and his great-grandchild, Raelynn.
"A life is like a garden. Perfect moments can be had, but not preserved, except in memory." - Leonard Nimoy
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Kim Broome
June 29, 2025
His wife, Debbie, and I were BFF's all through our childhood til we graduated from Morton Senior High. She introduced me to Ken, while in high school, at a church function. We right away hit it off, and we "went steady" for about six months. Years later Debbie and Ken became reacquainted and had a super whirlwind romance. Talk about a happy couple! . I am very glad they had these many years together,... still trying to understand how he could have left us so quickly. The hope of Heaven is real, and someday we will see each other again, and live our perfect and joyful lives all together forever.
Jennifer Elias
June 27, 2025
I´m so sorry to hear of your loss. I used to work with his amazing wife Mrs Debbie Pitts and Ken would always visit her and was ALWAYS so happy and always happy to be around Debbie. I´m praying for you Debbie and Michelle. Love you, Jenn
Suz
June 26, 2025
Ken was married to my College roomate. I have known him for more than 20 years. He was a great guy and loved Debbi unconditionally.
Gregory Michko
June 26, 2025
My condolences to all!
May Ken rest in eternal peace!! What a great guy and hard worker!
Suz
June 25, 2025
Dearest Debbi
I am so sorry to read about this. I know the feeling very well. I will call you as soon as I can.
Debbie Morgan Herrman
June 25, 2025
My sincere condolences to Diana and Gloria. To his wife also. I grew up with Kenny, Diane and Gloria in Hammond, Indiana. We was all Like brothers and sisters. Rest easy Kenny I know you´re with your mom and dad in heaven love always Debbie Morgan Herrman
Ollie King
June 25, 2025
I am saddened to hear about Kenny's passing, but I am praying for you Debbie, and the rest of the family. May God comfort and keep you all...and the memories help in your times of grief.
Michael Jackson
June 25, 2025
May you rest in the arms of our Heavenly Father Ken, I remember you well from when I was just a child so I will always have those memories. Your home now RIP
Deb Phillips Johnson
June 25, 2025
Kenny was a good friend of mine during high school. It is so sad to hear of his passing. May his memories bring you comfort.
JP Bruce
June 25, 2025
My condolences to the family. Met Ken through his wife, Debbie. May she keep many fond memories of him.
Cyndy Vander Giessen
June 25, 2025
Prayers for you and your family, Mikki!
Jesse Diaz
June 25, 2025
Remember your days when you were in the civil defense how you really loved that time.
Kay Barner
June 25, 2025
Diane, Gloria and family,
So very sorry to learn about Ken's passing. Thinking it wasn't so long ago when your dad passed. Special memories from many years ago of all of you as children and teens.
Your family was so good to us while we served at Woodmar!!
Love and prayers for all!!
Kay Barner
Sophie Domalik Bisbee
June 25, 2025
I remember Ken from high school. He was a kind and gentle man even back then. So sorry for your loss.
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