John M. Pitts, Sr., age 74, passed away on Monday, June 21, 2021.

He was born on February 16, 1947, John was the son of the late Jimmie and Virginia (Badham) Pitts. He was a graduate of Bradford High School.

On September 28, 1968, John was united in marriage to Maxine Brand at the Church of the Nazarene. Their union was blessed with 52 years of marriage and two children.

John was employed as a Metal Polisher for Ladish Tri Clover for over 30 years. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, spending time with his friends at the campground; but most of all he was a devoted family man who was delighted in spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife, Maxine Pitts; his children, Heather Cutler and John (Lori) Pitts, Jr.; his grandchildren, Mark (Amanda), Kaylee (Alex), Ella, Branden, Lily, Brittany and Briana; his great-grandchildren, Maxwell, Mason, Josiah, Laylanni, Zoey and Elijah; his siblings, Mark (Esther) Pitts, Sandra (Ronald and Laura) Dryfhout.

John was preceded in death by his parents.