PallbearersMichael Pitts Craig PittsJasper Johnson Ricky JosephBrother Cole Brother Steal

Flower AttendantsFamily and Friends

IntermentCaballero Rivero Dade North Cemetery

1301 NW Opa LockaMiami, Florida 33167

RepastMt. Zion AME Church15250 NW 22nd Avenue

Miami Gardens, Florida 33054

AcknowledgementThe family of Martha Pitts is deeply appreciative of the many acts

of kindness, love and gracious concern extended, which will be remembered in our hearts forever. May God richly bless each of you for everything that you have done for us! Special thanks to Mom’s Pink Team of Glorious Lee, Annie Bostic, Deloris Baker, Thelma

Calloway, Irlet and Perry Anderson.

Funeral Arrangements Entrusted to:

Funeral Home“To Serve the Present Age”

6107 Miramar ParkwayMiramar, Florida 33023

Phone: (954) 965-2722 Fax: (954) 965-5345www.ericsgeorgefuneralhome.com

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In Loving MemoryOf

Martha AnnPitts

Sunrise Sunset January 14, 1940 January 29, 2018

Saturday, February 3, 20181:00 PM

Mt. Zion AME ChurCh

15250 NW 22nd AvenueMiami Gardens, Florida 33054

Rev. Rogery Adams, PastorReverend Erhabor Ighodaro, Officiating

EriC S. GEorGE FunErAl hoME, DirECtinG

“A New GeNerAtioN of QuAlity”

A Mother’s LoveA mother’s love is something

that no one can explain.

It is made of deep devotion

And of sacrifice and pain.

It is endless and unselfish

and enduring, come what may,

For nothing can destroy it

Or take that love away

It is patient and forgiving

when all others are forsaking,

And it never fails or falters,

even though the heart is breaking.

It believes beyond believing,

when the world around condemns,

And it glows with all the beauty

of the rarest, brightest gems.

It is far beyond defining,

it defies all explanation,

And it still remains a secret,

like the mysteries of creation,

And many splendored miracles,

Man cannot understand,

And another wondrous evidence,

Of God’s tender, guiding hand.

Life EpitomeMartha Ann Pitts was born January 14, 1940, in Barney, GA, to the late Willie S. and Verna Y. Williams. She was one of six children: Lois M. Moore (deceased), William R. Williams (Ella M.), Mattie L. Jackson, Willie M. Scott (deceased) (Roger), and Francis B. Johnson.

Martha was a devoted Christian. At an early age, she was baptized by her father and became a member of Rocky Mt. Zuma A.M.E. Church in Barney, GA. Later, she joined Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church in Miami, FL. She was a dedicated member and served on the Usher Board and Pastor’s Aid Board, in the choir, and as Trustee Pro Tem.

Martha attended the historic Morven Rosenwald High School in Brooks County. There, she was a good student and superstar girls basketball player. She joined the Future Farmers of America organization and excelled in home economics.

After graduation, Martha attended the Miami Dade County Barber College in Miami, FL. Newly licensed, she returned home and worked at Turner Barber Shop in Quitman, GA. Martha was the first female African American barber to hold a license and practice in Brooks County.

In 1962, she moved back to Miami, FL, where she met and later married James Willie Pitts. From this union, their children are: Michael A. Pitts of Miami, Craig L. Pitts, Sr., of Miami, and Alverretta Pitts of Tallahassee; grandchildren, Craig L. Pitts, Jr., of Ohio, and Shakaira Joseph (Ricky) of Miami; and great-granddaughter, Raven Joseph. Martha became affectionately known as “Mom” to many other young people she met on her life’s journey.

She was the owner-operator of M-MACK Barber Shop. She enjoyed her work and spending time with her clients for 56 years. She also had a passion for sewing. She became a seamstress back in high school and later would teach sewing education classes at North County Elementary and Miami Dade Community College. She served as president of the PTA.

Martha enjoyed laughter, life, and gardening. She grew the most beautiful orchids and took pride in a well-manicured lawn. She took care of herself and others. She was the center and anchor for so many of her family members and friends.

Martha Ann Pitts was a matriarch. She will be sorely missed but never forgotten. Although she departed this life on January 29, 2018, her legacy lives on in her children and their families, her siblings, and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Precious Memories Order of ServicePrelude

Processional ............................................. Clergy, Officers & Family “Sing the Wondrous Love of Jesus”

Parting Glance

Invocation .................................................The Rev. Norma Mitchell

Hymn of Assurance ................................................. Mt. Zion Choir “When Peace Like a River”Scriptures Old Testament .....................The Rev. Sheilah Bodison-Robinson Proverbs 3:1-6 New Testament ....................................... The Rev. Vernon Miller John 14:1-6

Reflections (Please limit remarks to Two minutes) As a Friend/Client .................................................Jasper Johnson As a Christian ..........................................................Glorious Lee

A Tribute from the Family ............................................... Retta Pitts

Selection .................................................................. Mt. Zion Choir

Acknowledgements .................... Eric S. George Funeral Home Staff

Resolutions ............................................. The Rev. Erhabor Ighodaro Vice-Mayor, City of Miami Gardens

Stephanie BlackMt. Zion Church Clerk

Hymn of Comfort .................................................... Mt. Zion Choir “Amazing Grace”

Eulogy ...........................................................Rev. Rogery B. Adams

Recessional ................................................................. “I’ ll Fly Away”

A repAst will be served iN the fellowship hAll After the committAl service At the cemetery.