OBITUARY
Harold Cleon Pitts
September 19, 1946 – February 20, 2021
Funeral Service for Mr. Harold Cleon Pitts, 74, of Greenville will be held on 12pm on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at Johnson Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Bethel West Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11-12pm at the funeral home. Mr. Pitts passed away on Saturday February 20th at Jackson Hospital due to Coronavirus complications.
He was born to Bernice and Emmitt Pitts on September 19, 1946. He was the youngest of five children. He was raised in Georgiana, Alabama.
Harold learned to weld at the young age of 15. He excelled at welding and joined Pipeliner's Local 798 in 1965. He proceeded to perform pipeline welding across the country, including; the extraordinary Alaska Pipeline Project. He continued working until his death.
Harold also enjoyed farming. He planted pine trees, raised dogs, and managed cattle and goats. He was always productive, incapable of being sedentary.
Harold cherished and enjoyed his family. He was generous and empathetic. He had the greatest sense of humor and laughed heartily and often.
He was predeceased by his parents; sister Evonne; and two brothers Henry Pitts and Howard Pitts.
He leaves behind his wife, Richel Pitts of Greenville and five children, Christy Burkheart of Georgiana, Jimmy Pitts (Natalie) of Hampton VA, Jason Pitts (Michelle) of Robertsdale AL, Jessie Pitts (Jeanine) of Pittsboro, NC and Cleo Pitts of Greenville AL; sister Lois Harrison of Georgiana. Harold also leaves nine grandchildren; Jamie, Nolan, Jonah, Sophia, Jeremiah, Jordan, Chad, Grace, and June; four great grandchildren Jackson, Jenson, Amelia, and Kohen; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins; and several friends and coworkers around the world.
Pallbearers will be Hank Pitts, Javier Pitts, Lester Pitts, James Pitts, Norman Bolling, and Scott Hall.
FAMILY
- Richel Pitts, Wife
- Christy Burkheart, Daughter
- Jimmy Pitts (Natalie), Son
- Jason Pitts (Michelle), Son
- Jessie Pitts (Jeanine), Son
- Cleo Pitts, Daughter
- Jamie, Nolan, Jonah, Sophia, Jeremiah, Jordan, Chad, Grace, and June, Grandchildren
- Jackon, Jenson, Amelia, and Kohen, Great Grandchildren
- Lois Harrison, Sister
PALLBEARERS
- Hank Pitts
- Javier Pitts
- Lester Pitts
- James Pitts
- Norman Bolling
- Scott Hall
Services
PREVIOUS SERVICES:
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Visitation
Thursday, February 25, 2021
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Funeral Service
Thursday, February 25, 2021
OTHER SERVICES:
Burial
Memories
Harold Cleon Pitts
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ADD A MEMORYChelsea Rittenbury
February 25, 2021
One of my favorite memories with Harold was the weekend of Jesse's wedding. We all went down to Tijuana one day and had a great time. Harold was always fun to be around. He was generous to all of his family members and friends in need. We will miss you, Harold!
We are praying Psalm 34:18 for the family.
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."
Doris Jackson
February 23, 2021
I had the opportunity of working with Harold in Williamsport Pa. His daughter Christi is a dear friend. Upon meeting Harold for the first time he was eager to introduce himself an let me know who he was. I will never forget the smile an sincere Jesture. RIP Harold . To your Family You Have my Sympathy
Nelda Headley
February 22, 2021
So sorry to hear of Harold's passing. Just a shock. Harold was a member of our extended family for as long as I can remember. If he wasn't at our house, my brothers Norman & Neal were at his. Friendships that endure through so many years are rare. My sincere condolences to Harold's entire family. I know he & Neal are already reminiscing about the old days.
Nelda Bolling Headley
Kim White
February 22, 2021
Christy and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss . Wishing you the strength to face the days ahead and wonderful memories to cherish forever .
Prayers for you all.