Robert Pitzer
July 28, 1934 ~ October 14, 2013
Robert Joel Pitzer, age 79, a resident of Kasson Rd. Moatsville, passed away Monday October 14, 2013 at his residence. He was born July 28, 1934 in Barbour Co. a son of the late Roy and Mary Pearl (Scott) Pitzer. He was united marriage December 25, 1954 to Bernice J. (Phillips) Pitzer who survives. Also surviving
Two daughters; Donna L. Phillips and husband Joseph J. of Philippi
Teresa M. Mick and husband Thomas O. of Buckhannon
Two sons; Roger A. Pitzer and companion Winnie McDaniel of Moatsville
William A. Pitzer and wife Sherri of Bridgeport
One sister; Juanita Wright of Belington
Three brothers; Delmus Pitzer of Belington
Eddie Pitzer fo Chambersburg, Pa
Dale Pitzer of Moatville
Eight grandchildren: Chad Phillips of Germany, Richard Pitzer of Clarksburg, Lisa Cross of Belington, Roger Neil Pitzer of Morgantown, Ashley Pitzer of Bridgeport, Tyler Pitzer of Bridgeport, Lindsey Mick of Buckhannon, Bethanie Mick of Buckhannon
Mr. Pitzer was preceded in death by one son; Robert Neil Pitzer, one brother; Roy Ellis Pitzer, one sister; Geraldine Louis Majiros
Mr. Pitzer worked as a timber cutter for Carl S. Shaffer, worked at Feltons Dairy, was a forman for GW Peoples Construction, was owner and operator of Pitzer Service Center, and was a bus driver for Barbour County Schools.
Mr. Pitzer served in the US Army during 1957-59 he was a sharpshooter and served on the Military Police. He loved hunting and fishing, and was a Methodist by faith.
Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home 216 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Wednesday October 16, from 3-8 pm and on Thursday October 17, from 8- 10 am the service hour. Interment will follow in the WV National Cemetery with full military honours being accorded. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association 1701 North Beauregard St. Alexandria, VA 2311, American Heart Association 7272 Greenville Ave. Dallas, TX 75231, Mountain Hospice 1800 Crim Ave. Belington, WV 26250, or Good Samaritan Society of Barbour County Rt. 3 Box 15 C Belington, WV 26250.
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So sorry 4 the loss of Bob, he drove my son 2 school many days, he was a very nice bus driver, and he looked out 4 the little ones, like my son was at that time, he made sure i as home 2 get him, we r very thankful 4 that, we know Lisa, the grandaughter and we also know Bill and Sherri, very good people, may the Lord comfort u and guide u in the days, weeks, and months ahead, so very sorry.
Love, Tom & Brenda Evix
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Bill, Sherri, Ashley & Tyler
We are very sorry for your loss of a wonderful father and grandfather. We know he will be missed but the love you have for him will never change.
Rita, Dennis, Nathan Brown
Bill, Sherri & Family,
We are very sorry to hear of your father's passing. If there is anything we can do to help please let us know. Sending love and prayers.
Kevin, Heidi and Owen Bennington
Prayers for your family
Joe, Donna, and Chad:
Please know that we are thinking of you and have you on our hearts. There are no words that will ease the heartache or fill the empty space in your lives. May God Bless you.