Charles E. Pittman

Published 4:22pm Thursday, December 27, 2012

Charles is survived by his devoted son, David Pittman (Donna) and his loving daughters, Shay Hahn (Ronnie) and Tami Frazier (Mike).  His grandchildren and great-grandchildren loved their PaPa dearly; they include Marche Pittman (Jennifer), Noah Frazier, Graham Frazier, Jacob Pittman and Celia Pittman.  He is also survived by treasured sisters, Opal Sauve and Joyce Walker, as well as many special nieces, nephews and caring brother and sister in-laws.  He was preceded in death by dear brothers, Harold Pittman and Homer Pittman and cherished sisters, Virl Case, Grace Pusey and Violet Williams.

Much love and gratitude is due to the wonderful staff of White Oak Manor and White Oak Rehab who cared for Charles with great kindness.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, December 29, 2012 from 1:00-2:00pm at Hickory Grove Baptist Church.  Funeral services will follow at 2:00pm Saturday at the church, conducted by Dr. Michael Keel.  Burial will be at the church cemetery.

In memory of Charles, the family requests that contributions may be made to Hickory Grove Baptist Church Building Fund, 368 Hickory Grove Church Road, Columbus, NC  28722.

Condolences may be left at www.pettyfuneralhome.com.

Petty Funeral Home & Crematory, Landrum.

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