Russell Sterling Pitts
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Russell Sterling Pitts
42, a resident of Lincoln, Arkansas, passed away January 19, 2007, at his farm near Lincoln. He was born December 10, 1964 at Fayetteville, Arkansas the son of Roger and Mary Alice Mileur Pitts.
Russell was a respected husband, father, brother, uncle, son and friend. He was a tremendous athlete in highschool and was a member of the Arkansas Tech University football team. He completed his degree in Agri-business at the University of Arkansas .
He spent his life coaching kids in football, basketball, and baseball. Hundreds of kids loved and respected “Coach Russell”. He volunteered hundreds of hours of his time to improve the football and baseball fields at Lincoln.
Russell was an avid farmer and sportsman. He lived and breathed Lincoln Wolves and Arkansas Razorbacks. He was a member of the Washington County Farm Bureau, and a member of the Central United Methodist Church in Lincoln.
Survivors include his wife, Guatha Longwith Pitts of the home; three sons, Seth, Connor and Alec Pitts all of the home; his parents Roger and Mary Alice Pitts of Lincoln, Arkansas; two sisters, Sarah Simmons of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, and Alicia Ezell of Atlanta, Georgia.
The family will receive friends from 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Sunday at the Luginbuel Chapel.
Memorials may be made to the Russell Pitts Memorial Scholarship for his three sons in care of any Arvest Bank account number 0017545367.
Funeral Service will be held Monday, January 22, 2007 - 10:00 A.M. at the Pitts Farm on Sugar Hill Rd. West of Lincoln, Arkansas, with Andy Newbill officiating. Burial will be in Sugar Hill Cemetery on the Pitts farm Lincoln, Arkansas.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. To sign the online guest book, visit www.luginbuel.com.
42, a resident of Lincoln, Arkansas, passed away January 19, 2007, at his farm near Lincoln. He was born December 10, 1964 at Fayetteville, Arkansas the son of Roger and Mary Alice Mileur Pitts.
Russell was a respected husband, father, brother, uncle, son and friend. He was a tremendous athlete in highschool and was a member of the Arkansas Tech University football team. He completed his degree in Agri-business at the University of Arkansas .
He spent his life coaching kids in football, basketball, and baseball. Hundreds of kids loved and respected “Coach Russell”. He volunteered hundreds of hours of his time to improve the football and baseball fields at Lincoln.
Russell was an avid farmer and sportsman. He lived and breathed Lincoln Wolves and Arkansas Razorbacks. He was a member of the Washington County Farm Bureau, and a member of the Central United Methodist Church in Lincoln.
Survivors include his wife, Guatha Longwith Pitts of the home; three sons, Seth, Connor and Alec Pitts all of the home; his parents Roger and Mary Alice Pitts of Lincoln, Arkansas; two sisters, Sarah Simmons of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, and Alicia Ezell of Atlanta, Georgia.
The family will receive friends from 3:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Sunday at the Luginbuel Chapel.
Memorials may be made to the Russell Pitts Memorial Scholarship for his three sons in care of any Arvest Bank account number 0017545367.
Funeral Service will be held Monday, January 22, 2007 - 10:00 A.M. at the Pitts Farm on Sugar Hill Rd. West of Lincoln, Arkansas, with Andy Newbill officiating. Burial will be in Sugar Hill Cemetery on the Pitts farm Lincoln, Arkansas.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. To sign the online guest book, visit www.luginbuel.com.
Funeral Service
10:00 am
the Pitts Farm west of Lincoln, Arkansas. Memorials may be to the Russell Pitts Memorial Scholarship Fund for his three sons in care of any Arvest Bank, account number 0017545367.
Visitation
3:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove.
Final Resting Place
General
Dec 10, 1964
Jan 19, 2007
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Tributes
Our Family was deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Russell. We pray for comfort and peace during this very difficult time. Russell was a blessing to the Lincoln Community, He will be greatly missed.
Bryan Maloney - Friend
Our deep sympathy and concern go out to you at this time. No one can truly understand the dispair you are feeling. But we have felt the depths of sorrow in the loss of a son. Know that as he was a treasure in life he will be a treasure that lives in your hearts forever.
Sheila & Bill Camp - Friends
Our thoughts & prayers go out to Russell's family. Russell was a good friend & always had a kind word everytime i saw him. Even though i have not always lived in Lincoln; when i came here, he instantly made me feel like a part of the team. Over the years, we have seen how much time & energy Russell put into volunteering to help make Lincoln's athletic dept. the best that it could be. Even though sports was his first love, he never lost sight of how important education was--constantly reminding the boys to do as well in the classroom as on the field. He touched many lives & will be greatly missed.
Brad Woolsey & Family - Friend
Words cannot express what we lost Friday morning. Our prayers and hearts are with the Pitts family. Rest in God's love and strength, for He has most definitely taken Russ as one of his own and given him a place near Him.
Love, Darren, Steph and Michael
Darren, Stephanie And Michael Hoops - Friends
My heart goes out to the entire Pitts family and my thoughts prayers are with you all. God Bless you and comfort you during this time.
Doty (Bates) Allen
Doty (bates) Allen - Knew Russell From High School
Dr.Center, the staff and myself wanted to extend our sympathy to all the Pitts Family. We were shocked and saddened to hear about the loss of Russell. Your family are in the entire staffs thoughts and prayers.
Rina Lewis/smile Center - Friends
Russell was like a brother to me, and I've loved him as long as I can remember! He will live in my heart forever. I will miss him terribly and I will never forget all of our wonderful memories together. I will always cherish our friendship. I love you all,
Whitney
Whitney - Close Friend
The Laycox and Kley families have great love, respect and affection for Russell and the Pitts family.
It was such a joy to know Russell as a teenager. He was such an exceptional athlete and his many accomplishments were a pleasure to watch. More importantly with all his accolades and awards, he remained very humble, friendly, and respectful. Russell was a terrific roll model for his peers and younger people. Rainy and Russ always appreciated the very positive influence he had on their son Damon.
As he progressed in to adulthood he remained that wonderful person we always enjoyed. He certainly was the epitome of the great Arkansas neighbor. Many hours were spent by Russell in the community in helping young people work and reach for goals, helping make their lives have momentum to living useful and productive lives.
Our love and prayers go out to our great friends, Roger and Mary Alice, Guatha and their precious children, to Sara, Alicia, and other family members.
With Love, Russ & Rainy Laycox and Luedell Kley
Russ & Rainy Laycox And Luedell Kley - Friends
To Mary Alice & Roger,
I am so sorry for your loss.
Please know you and your family
will be in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Beth "Wright" Henning
Beth "wright" Henning - Parents Tim Wright And Leland Wright
Roger, Mary, Sarah, Alecia, and Guatha, I was very saddened to have received the news of Russell death. Our prayers are with you. I am sorry that I am not able to attend. Mom and Dad told you we have moved to Alabama for my new job. May the peace that is in Jesus Christ come to your family and give you comfort in this time of need.
With our Love, Billy, Dondra and Sarah Fuller
Billy And Dondra Fuller
We were stunned and saddened at the news of Russell's passing. We are so very sorry for your loss, as well as the loss to this community. Please know that you are in our prayers.
Samantha and Katelyn
Samantha Harvey And Daughter Katelyn - Friend
Dearest Guatha & Family,
I can't express enough my heartfelt sadness for the loss
of Russell. I can only pray
for God to give you the strength and comfort you need in the time of loss. And for the healing to come.
I will always cherish my memories of Russell and hold them close to my heart.
May God Bless & keep you all now
and forever!
With my deepest sympathy,
Traci Cannon Whitehead
Traci Cannon Whitehead - Friend
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Pitts Family.
Prayers and thoughts are with you.
Bill And June Bush - Friend Of Roger And Mary Alice
I, too, was stunned at the loss of Russell as so many others were in the NWA area. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Guatha, and your sons. Your loss is heavy on you and your families. Russell will be deeply missed in our communities, not only for his contributions but for his integrity and strength he shared so lovingly to family and friends. May you and your boys have the strength to carry on in the days and months ahead. May God be with all of you!
Janet Pettigrew-Elliott - Aquaintance
i went to school with russel and he was a special person,,not only a very good athlete..but one of the people you would want to be around,, i was older than Russel and when i meet him i knew there was something special about him as a young man and i knew he would be a great man and person in life,,,i know he will be missed..i just wish i could have talked to him more as we both grew older and moved on with our lives....T-boy
Tim (white) T-Boy Hylton - Friend
Myself along with every one are just deeply sadden and still in shock of the loss of Russell. The whole Pitts family are icons to the Lincoln community and Lincoln School system. The death of Russell has touched so many people. God had his reason for taking Russell so early in life. Russell is in a better place and he is working for God now. He will be looking down on each one of us and still cheering the Lincoln Wolves to victory. Russell was and will be a part in many "Wolf" victories to come. May God Bless each and all of the Pitts family and just know that we all will miss Russell very much.
Lonna Gae (cantrell), Mistie & Shelbi Gault - Friend
My Kids went to school with Russell and graduated with him.
Jimmy White, Timothy White, Chyrie White, Kimberly White, John Michael White and Angela White. He will be missed by all of us in this family. May God Bless all of his Family and we will be praying for you.
Charles & Lorraine White - Long Time Acquaintance
We appreciated Sarah calling us and telling us about Russell. We will be thinking about your family during this time. We are very sorry that we cannot attend the funeral. Don has an appointment in Lake Charles LA at 8:30 in the morning and he cannot get out of it. He also has to be in Lafayette LA Mon afternoon. We will be back in touch.
Love you lots,
Don and Mary
Don Mary Fuller - Best Friends
Pitts Family:
I was very saddened to hear of your loss. During my junior high school days I remember Russell being the handsome football star and Guatha the beautiful cheerleader; and both so kind. It was so nice to look at the pictures and see the Pitts kids that I remember (and the Griscoms too), and then see the beautiful family that Russell and Guatha have. I hope that these wonderful memories will bring you some comfort. To the Pitts family that I grew up with, and to the "new" generation as well, I am praying for you to find some peace. I know that Russell leaves a wonderful legacy in all of you.
Tonia (acker) Goolsby - Friend
To the entire Pitts Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Russell will always be with each and everyone of us. He has always been an outstanding role model and positive influence to everyone. Russell may no longer be with us, but he will never be forgotten. May God bless you and comfort you during this time of sorrow.
Jeff Copeland - Friends
I am so sorry for your loss. Russell was such a good man. I truly appreciated how he and the whole Pitts family made me feel so welcome while I was in Lincoln. He was such a good role model for not only his sons but all the young people in the community. Russell seemed to go out of his way to make others feel welcome. He will surely be missed by all.
“May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and by his grace gave us eternal encouragement and good hope, encourage your hearts and strengthen you in
every good deed and word.”
2 Thessalonians 16-17
Don and Sue Rose
Don And Sue Rose - Friend
Thinking of all of you. Russell lived what he believed and believed what he lived.
Shawn, Tracy, Taylor, And Reilly Thurow - Friends
Guatha,
We are so very sorry to learn about the loss of your husband, Russell! If we can help in any way please do not hesitate to call anytime.
Gary & Susie Davis - Friend
Guatha/Family:
I want to express my deepest sympthany to all of the family. I know that I have no words that can make things better but I can tell you to have faith in God! After loosing my father, the one thing that I had to turn to was my faith and upbringing. Russell was a wonderful person and I can tell he admired and loved his Family. Stand strong for Russell and do the things he would want you to do. May God Bless and I am so sorry!
Love,
Emilie Meyer Gore
Emilie Meyer Gore - Friend
It was with great sadness that my father told me of Russell's passing. I will always remember my trips to Arkansas when I was younger and the Pitts family treated me so well. My heart goes out to all of you in this time of grief. Heaven has one more Angel to help watch over us.
With love,
Jennifer Morrow-Tewes
Jennifer Morrow-Tewes - 2nd Cousin
To all of you,
Please know that our prayers and thoughts have been with you and we will keep on praying for you. Let us know if we may help in any other way.
Friends, Delmer,Barbara,Kelsey
The Matthews, Delmer, Barbara, & Kelsey - Friends
Roger and Mary Alice,
I tried to get out to visit the family today (Sunday), but got prempted. I am not going to be able to see you at the funeral tomorrow due to business conflicts beyond my control.
We are so sorry for your loss and want you both to know you are in our thoughts and our prayers
Thank you for all your support and friendship and please let me know any thing I can ever do for you!!
Bill and Beth Ramsey
Bill And Beth Ramsey - Friend
To be absent from the body is to be with the Lord. As a community we celebrate the life of Russell! Now we continue that celebration, in prayer, thought, and deed. God be with the Pitts family, especially the children, as they continue their life on this earth, in prepration for life eternal! Sometimes we don't know what to say, so we say nothing. We fear that we will upset someone if we bring up their loss. But, for them, the silence seems that noone remembers they ever lived. So as the children and family continue in this community, it is good to share oor memories when approiate. Prayerfull, bill jr.
Bill Bush Jr. - Friend
I've known Russell since he was a little boy. He's always been a delight to know - he loved to laugh & make others happy. He grew up to become an admirable, Christian man who loved & respected his parents, his wife & 3 sons. I know God loved Russell & welcomed him home on Friday, and I bet Cheesie is showing him the best places to see (and hunt). My love & prayers to all his family.
Tamar Nelson Pennington
To the entire Pitts family
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.
Mike,Carla and Alexis Holcroft
The Holcroft Family
We will miss Russell terribly! May God bless you all and give you peace at this time in grief.
Sharon Sisemore Brock
Guatha,
I was shocked and saddened to hear about Russell today. You and your family are in our thoughts during this time.
Greg Cantrell - High School Friend
ROGER AND MARY ALICE
SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND ALL THE FAMILY.
Ava & Jerry Robertson - Friend And School Mate To Roger
We send our sympathy to you and your family. We are praying for God to be with you. May the Lord shelter you in his love, and comfort each and every one of you. We will be here for you and your family to call upon at any time.
With Love,
Doyle,Tammi,Megan & Darci Dixon
Doyle, Tammi, Megan And Darci Dixon - Friend
We are so very sorry for your loss. Russell will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Our prayers are with each of you.
Alan, Trish, Chris, Nick, & Allison Musteen
A wonderful man who will be truly missed by his classmates and community.
Shelia (sisemore) Paczowski - Aquaintance
Words cannot express the shock, sadness and heartbreak that is felt for so many at this time, Our love and prayers are constant at this time, and will continue for you Guatha and boys, Roger and Mary Alice, Sarah and family, and Alicia and family. We are praying for your comfort, peace and healing.
Love to all of you.
Russell was one sweet guy!!!!
Nancy and Vearl Overton
Nancy Hoops-Overton - Friend
RUSSELL WAS THE GREATEST KID, WATCHING HIM GROW UP WAS A PURE JOY, ALWAYS HAPPY AND WORKING WITH HIS DAD ROGER.. I REMEMBER A PINIC AT THE LAKE AND WATCHING RUSSELL HAVE FUN WITH EVERYONE.. WE LOVED HIM ..
MILO & TEDDI MARKS
Milo & Teddi Marks - Old Friends & Neighbors
The greatest compliment that can be paid to an individual is they
make a difference. Russell made a difference and Lincoln is a better place because of him.
Bob And Doris Pitts - Cousins
To the Pitts family;
We are so sorry for your loss.
I wish we had some words to give you comfort. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God may hold you in his arms and give you peace.
Shannon And Teresa West And Family - Classmate/class Of 83
Russell was always encouraging everyone else to do their best. He treated everyone with respect. I appreciate all he did for me.
Paul B. Moorman - Friend
We are so sorry to hear of your sudden loss. The entire Pitts family is in our prayers. God bless you all.
Mike & Alison Washkowiak, Jake, Ryan & Luke - College Friend Of Alicia
Guatha,
We were saddened to hear of Russell’s death. We want you to know that we love you and that you and your family are in our prayers. We know through our experience that in time you will be able to feel of the great love God has for you. Russell is the kind of person that touches the lives of everyone he meets. I am very happy to have the memories I have of him. Whether it was training in the weight room, hauling hay, or just hanging out, Russell made the experience more worthwhile. I won’t be able to go to the gym or watch a great running play in a football game without thinking of him. He will be missed but not forgotten.
Please except our deepest sympathies.
Sincerely,
Tim and Angela Ingo
Tim & Angela Ingo - Friend
We'd like to express our heartfelt condolencenses for such a sudden and tragic loss. He won't be forgotten by those many lives he touched.
Chris, Danny, And Forrest Turner - Friends
Our prayers are with you all.
With the loss of Matts brother
Josh we realized that we are weak, but He is strong. Lean on the Lord and He will carry you.
With great sadness,
Matt, Melissa,
Reed and Lainey
Matthew And Melissa Hale - Aquaintance
Russell was a great youth role model and a good friend. All the kids just loved him. He will be greatly missed. Guatha, Seth and the rest of the kids and family, my thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Preston G. Fitts - Friend
my thoughts and prayers go out to the pitts family,Im so sorry for your loss,Russell was a great person, and will truly be missed.
Raylene Hall - Classmates
Your smile and laughter made school so much fun you were looked up to more than you know...God Bless your family at this time of sorrow.
Theresa Estes (pinkerton) - High School Friend
I'm sorry for your loss. Russell was an asset to the community in all he did. We appriciate everything all of your family has done. He will be greatly missed.
The Butler's
Kenny Butler - Friend
I hope all will cherish the memories that Russell created with his involvement with those around him. My prayers go to the family as you go through this great lost.
Steve Hignight - Farm Bureau
With deepest sympathy for this sudden loss. I knew Russell through Farm Bureau & had nothing but admiration and respect for him. He will be missed.
David Daniel
Farm Bureau Board member
David Daniel - Aquaintance
Sarah, Terry, Dustin, and Dalton, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this tough, tough time. Let knowing that Russell is at God's side now be a comfort to you. He will be watching down on us on the ball fields this summer! He will be missed by all. God Bless you all and your entire family.
Greg, Linda, Justin, And Lindsey Herberger - Friends Of Sarah And Her Family
Roger and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ronnie and Carolyn Bunnell
Ronnie Bunnell - Friend
May God bless and comfort you and your family in this time of great sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Era & Wanda
Tracey & Shawn
Era & Wanda Foley - Friend's
Guatha and Family,
We were deeply saddened to hear about Russell's death. Our pray is God will wrap his arms around the family and give you comfort in this time of need. We are sending alots of hugs from Texas. Always know God is by your side and he will lead the way. Can't you see Russell in heaven doing something at a sports event. WE love you!!!
Kimberly Franco ( Newberry) - Friend
Guatha and sons,
Russell was the most youth-sports minded person I have ever met. I patterned a lot of my loyalties to the teams I cover from what I learned from Russell when we were running the sidelines at Lincoln together.
My deepest heartfelt sympathies and prayers go out to you.
We have no way of knowing why things like this happen. We can only trust in God, knowing He knows, and that it was part of his plan.
Perhaps God needed someone to keep stats for him in heaven.
Love and prayers,
Gary Trembly
Gary Trembly - Friend
We are so sorry about your tragic loss. We want you to know that you are in our prayers. May the Lord help you during this time and in the days to come. We know that the Lord is a very present help in the time of trouble.
David And Carolyn Latta - Friend
Guatha and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss and my prayers are with you.
Love,
Blendia Curtis
Blendia & Buddy Curtis - Work With Guatha And Sarah
Guatha and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss and our prayers are with you all.
Love,
Blendia & Buddy Curtis
Blendia & Buddy Curtis - Work With Guatha And Sarah
Dear Pitts family members,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the death of Russell. He was always one of our biggest supporters during our time at Lincoln. We know that this is a very difficult time for all of you. May God be the comfort that you need during this time.
Debbie & Jim Mallett
Debbie & Jim Mallett - Friend
Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your Family during this difficult time.
Memories are very important and those of Russell are very special.
Dwain & Casey Rigsbee - Friends
i am very sorry for your loss. Russell was a good coach.he taught me alot about football,almost everything I know about football.he was a great guy. Clayton
Clayton Canada, Natalie Hornback - My Football Coach
My prayers and thoughts are with you in the loss of your beloved Husband, Father & Son.
Patty Mourning
Ashley Mourning
Patty Mourning - Friend
We were so sorry to hear about your tragic loss. Russell was such a well known and well loved person in the community. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family.
Chris And Maegan Phillips - Acquaintance
Russell was a giving, wonderful
young man. His integrity and generosity went beyond ordinary, and that added to his uniqueness. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Beverely And Pat Davenport - Aquaintance
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Howard And Betty Colburn - Friend Of Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Brenda (white) Marshall - Friend And Classmate Of Sarah
Russell was a fine and honorable man. In the few years I knew Russell, I came to admire and respect both him and his family. He will be deeply missed.
Derric Abrecht - Friend
Very sad news...we are keeping all of you in our prayers. God Bless You All in this time.
Very Respectfully,
Chaplain Scott Shafer, LT USN
Scott Shafer - Former Pastor
I'm deeply sorry for your loss.It pains me to know that a great man of his family has passed.His legacy will live on through his boys.I know they have and will be raised to respect all and the Lord.
Mr Tracy Kinsey - Friend
We were shocked and saddened to hear of the death of your son. We pray that God will give you comfort during this time of healing. You are in our prayers.
Willis And Sara Edmiston - Friends/classmate With Roger
Sorry to hear of your loss. May
God be with you during this
difficult time.
Ivan and Judy Reed Faulkner
Ivan And Judy Reed Faulkner
I was shocked and so sad to hear the news of Russell. He was a great guy. Some of my fondest memories were the many trips in the family station wagon to watch him play ball. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Leslie Kidd Simmons
Leslie Kidd Simmons - Friend
I can't imagine how difficult your days must be right now. We are praying that God will provide you comfort and peace in your time of loss.
Troy & Mikala Castleberry - Alicia's Sister-In-Law
Sarah, Guatha, and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are all in my prayers. Tracy
Tracy Pozza Reed - Friend
Guatha,
My family and I are thinking of you and your boys. You and Russell have been wonderful parents and have contributed greatly to your community.
Susan
Susan Parks-Spencer - Friend
i am sorry for your loss.i really liked russell alot. if you all need anything please call. dennis fletcher
Dennis Fletcher And Family
Like everyone else, I too was shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. Russell was a tremendous friend. He had the ability to make everyone feel like his best friend. It is impossible to adequately describe what a great person Russell was in this life, and I'm confident that he's even better in the next. I shared many a laugh (and a few tears) with Russell through High School and I will always cherish those memories. My prayers go out to you. Russell will be missed, but his memory will live on in those who were blessed to have known him.
Terry Ingo - High School Friend
I was very saddened to hear about the loss of a very good and dear friend. My first memories of Russell were well before starting school when my mother asked me to give some of my toys to a little boy that had lost all of his to a house fire. From that day Russell was a very dear friend to me. He always tried to do it all sports, band or what ever else came up. Very few people will every have the gift that Russell did to bring joy and comfort to so many people. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Lt Col Darrin Curtis, USAF
Darrin Curtis - Best Friends
Words can not express our sympathy. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. And may God give you strength in the days ahead.
Ed And Vicki Bailey - Friends Of The Family
Sarah and Guatha,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You are both in my thoughts.
Lori Devecsery (Collins)
Lori Devecsery
Guatha, our family is in shock and are saddened by the loss of Russell. Please know that you, Seth, Connor, and Alec are in are prayers.
Scott, Pam, Katey And Ty Wyckoff - Friends
I just wanted to say Russell was very special to me and Trevor, Trevor looked up to Russell like a dad and I thank him so much for always being there for him and helping him with all his sports I could not have done it with out his help and Guatha's help I justed wanted to say We love you and Guatha our preyers are with you.
Rhonda Baugh - Friend
I will truely miss Russell. He was a dear friend who showed compassion to me and my family. I admired him for his leadership qualities and the relationships he built with my son and his peers. He never failed to shake my hand and ask how I was doing. I will never forget Russell for the day when he picked me up with a hug and said "I am proud of you."
Jerry
Jerry, Wes, Mitchel And Braydon Kahl - Friends
We were so saddened to hear of your loss. We will miss seeing Russell at all the games. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
David And Kelly Ferrell
What a loss...Lincoln will never be the same without him. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Barbara E. Warren (bambi) - Friend
Words cannot express the sorrow that has fallen upon our hearts. Russell was a dear friend and a wonderful man who will be greatly missed by many. We wish to extend our deepest sympathy and pray for God to help console you through this difficult time. We will have the entire Pitts family in our hearts and prayers.
Darrin Taylor Family - Longtime Friend
Guatha & Boys,
You've been in our prayers. It was difficult for Keldon to understand when we heard the news. We can't even imagine what your family is going through. He will be missed greatly on the baseball fields... some spots are just hard to fill. God Bless you.
The Bartlett Family
Chris & Sherry Bartlett - Baseball Aquaintance
Roger,Mary Alice, Guatha, Boys,
Our family is deeply sorry for Russell's passing. We have had all of you in our prayers. Russell was a fine man. Jay spoke of him many times in such a positive light. They were very close and shared many common interest. I only wish I could have spent time with Russell myself. I know we would have shared the same common bond. If there is anything we can do please do not hesitate to call. All the best, Murry
Murry, Elise, Lexie And Cc Pitts - Cousins
You have been in our thoughts and prayers since the moment we heard about Russell. I pray God will give you peace and strength.
Joyce And Ed Bradley
Alicia, Sarah, and the entire Pitts family, I was so saddened to hear the news of Russell's passing. Some of my greatest childhood memories are of the Pitts farm. Russell was a great man. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Laura (yancey) Whelchel - Friend From High School
Just a note to say your family will be in our prayers, take comfort in them and let the prayers of others carry you through your daily routine, we don't always know the answers to some of lifes questions but know GOD is with you and will comfort you. Love Kim, Kaylee, Alyssa,Whitney, and Levi
Kim Kilgore And Family - Friends
Funeral Service
10:00 am
the Pitts Farm west of Lincoln, Arkansas. Memorials may be to the Russell Pitts Memorial Scholarship Fund for his three sons in care of any Arvest Bank, account number 0017545367.
Visitation
3:00 pm
Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove.
Final Resting Place
General
Dec 10, 1964
Jan 19, 2007
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