Reverend Marvin Council “Papa” Pitts Sr. (77) Obituary in Valdosta at Harrington Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Reverend Marvin Council “Papa” Pitts Sr. (77)

But as it is written: “Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, Nor have entered into the heart of man The things which God has prepared for those who love Him.” 1 Corinthians 2:9 (NKJV)

God’s General, a true solider and Gospel Preacher, The Right Reverend Marvin Council Pitts Sr. of Adel, GA, “Papa” as he was affectionately called by many, received his wings on Wednesday, May 06, 2020 (two days after his 77th Birthday), with his bride, Mother Nettie Pitts, by his side in the privacy of their home. Rev. Pitts retired after many years of serving as Senior Pastor of the Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church (Sparks, GA). He served the church well and faithfully. Being led by the Lord, he united with Greater Pleasant Temple Missionary Baptist Church, where he was known as “The wisdom of the house” and Associate Pastor.

Public Viewing will take place at the funeral home on Friday, May 15, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Due to COVID-19 the family ask if you have any cards or condolences, please mail or deliver them to the funeral home.

Celebration of Life Legacy Services will be held on Saturday, May 16, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. Hosted by The Greater Pleasant Temple Missionary Baptist Church, but held at Miracle Temple First Born Church of The Living God, 620 North Elm Street - Adel, Georgia Bishop Freddie L. Camon, Pastor - Reverend Bernard L. Robinson Sr. will officiate.

For all celebratory events, please ensure you wear a facial covering and practice social distancing, the services have been limited and we ask that you’d make contact with the family for your attendance.

The service will be streamed live on the funeral homes social media page: https://www.facebook.com/Harrington-Funeral-Home-Inc-1662549417345484/?ref=bookmarks

Take your rest, Mr. Tall, Dark, Handsome and Debonair... Reverend Marvin Council Pitts Sr. will be laid to rest in the Adel Cemetery.

There is a great loss in the earth realm with the passing of Reverend Pitts, but it’s heavens gain. He leaves a heart-broken and gaping hole in the lives of his family, community as well as his Greater Pleasant Temple Baptist Church Family (The Church he loved dearly).

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I'm the niece of Uncle Marvin Pitts I was known as his Tootsie heart rest in peace Uncle Marvin

Our hearts goes out to you in your time of sorrow. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. He will truly be missed. Love, Frank and Angela Parrott Williamsburg, Virginia

Take your rest Papa Pitts. We love you. Well done.

One of the best pastors I've ever had! He truly tended to his flock as a good shepherd should. He had a big heart and truly cared for and genuinely loved his members. Anytime I was sick or in any accidents he was there to lay hands and pray for healing. Pastor Pitts was a walking Bible!! No one I know can quote scriptures like him. He will truly be missed. He loved to hear me sing "Praise is What I Do!" We love you Pastor. Servant Well Done

My name is Robert Lee Pitts Jr. I had the pleasure of being his musician at mt.Olive Baptist church, in sparks, Georgia during his entire pastoral ship. There we had agood time in CHRIST. I can tell you that many SUNDAY sermons, he left me in awe! My uncle could really bring the word. Which it was probably quite easy for him to do because he knew the word.The bible tells us to study to show ourselves approved. He ran a tight ship. It helped me so much. I would often hear him refer to me as his FAVORITE NEPHEW. WELL, HE'S THE LAST OF MY DADDY'S BROTHERS TO BE CALLED UP TO LIVE WITH THE LORD. UNCLE MARVIN, MAY YOU REST IN PEACE,NOW THAT YOUR SPIRIT IS IN THE HANDS OF THE ALMIGHTY GOD

First off his name is Rev.Marvin Council Pitts Sr. and I'm the jr. Marvin Council Pitts jr. He has 4 kids myself His daughter her name is Stephanie Pitts along with his other two sons Eric Pitts and Mark Pitts WE LOVE OUR DADDY But he lives on in me and my Brothers and sister..........