William H. Pitts

Evans Funeral Home announces the death of Mr. William H. Pitts, age 88, of Jefferson, who passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2014 from complications from a recent illness. It was a battle well fought with bravery and honor, which is indicative of the way he lived his life. Born in Beulah, Georgia, he moved with his family shortly after his birth and spent all but the last fifteen years in his hometown of Lithia Springs. Bill served in the United States Navy for three years during WWII. Upon discharge, he began his 38 ½ year career with the Gulf Oil Corporation. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather whose devotion showed in everything he did.

Bill was a man of strong, quiet faith and was a member of the Lithia Springs United Methodist Church throughout his lifetime. He is survived by his wife of nearly 60 years, Ella Mae Johnson Pitts, daughter, Melanie Ann Pitts Hollis and her husband, Steve. Bill was the proud grandfather of three grandsons, Garrett, Jacob and Ethan Hollis. Other surviving family members are nephews, Emory Pitts (Mary), Tommy Pitts (Judy); nieces, Shirley Austin Kidd (Larry), Gayle Love and Louann Brush; great-nephews, Mike Pitts (Penny), Dan Pitts, Brian Austin (Julie), Michael Austin (Melinda), Alex Lewis (Rebecca) and great-nieces, Rhonda Austin Chewning, Madison Brush, Ashley Love and Alyson Love; brother in law, James L. Fowler; and other beloved extended family members.

Visitation will be held at Evans Funeral Home in Jefferson, Georgia, on Friday, April 11, 2014 from 6:00