Mr. Arthur Curtis Witt, Sr. was born on January 12, 1946, in Carthage, MS to Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel and Annie B. Witt. His parents, two sisters: Mary Lou Young and Dora Ragsdale; three brothers: Clyde Dean Witt, Frank Witt, Jr.; One granddaughter, Janiya Marie Dodd and one great granddaughter, Keyara Marsai Witt preceded him in death.
Arthur received his education in the Kosciusko/Attala County School System. Arthur worked faithfully throughout his life. He dedicated 28 years of services to the city of Kosciusko from which he retired.
Arthur loved helping others in need and didn't expect anything in need and didn't expect anything in return. He loved spending time with the people he loved and enjoyed fishing and reading his Bible.
He leaves to cherish his wonderful memories: his loving and devoted wife Lillie Diann Witt of Sallis; MS; three sons: Ricky Witt, Kenneth Witt of Sallis, MS, and Carlos Evans of Durant, MS; one daughter: Vicky (Dolphus Dodd) of Sallis, MS; one sister: Elizabeth Bentley of Sallis, MS; 18 grandchildren: Curtis (Tasha) Witt of Savannah, GA; Kevin Witt of Jackson, MS; De'Marco Witt of Sallis, MS; Kenneth Witt and Aaliyah Witt of Hattiesburg, MS; Ricky Witt, Jr. of Waterloo, IA; Demetrius Niko Gosnell of Nichols, IA; Trenton (Ashley) Gosnell of Waukee, IA; Tyler (Allee) Gosnell of AnKeny, IA; Kira Evans of Memphis, TN; LaKendra Evans of Saginaw, MI; Tanitriana Collins of Saginaw, MI; Ayanla (DeVonte) Grove, Kiyadh Burt both of Kosciusko, MS; Alyssa (Jared) Crisler of Clinton, MS; Cameronne Dodd of Ridgeland, MS, Jehrod Williams of New Orleans, LA; 14 great grandkids: Ariama Witt of Columbia, SC; Malia Witt of Charlotte, NC, Ahnyon Grove, Ayanis Grove, Aiyla and De'Mauri Witt of Kosciusko, MS; Khloe McKinney; Khalil McKinney, Kassidi McKinney, KaMari Evans, TaMiah Bullock, MaZiyah Smith, James Crisler all of Saginaw, MI; James Crisler and Avery Crisler both of Clinton, MS and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
PLACE OF SERVICE: Bethlehem M.B. Church, Sallis, MS
DATE OF SERVICE: Wednesday 09/24/2025 at 11:00 a.m.
INTERMENT: Bethlehem Cemetery, Sallis, MS
VIEWING: Tuesday 09/23/2025 at 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The Witt family wishes to express our sincere appreciation for all the acts of kindness and love shown during this difficult time. We will always cherish the outpouring of love everyone has shown to our family through prayer, visits, calls, and messages. We pray that God Blesses each of you in a unique way. The Family of Mr. Arthur C. Witt, Sr. ~The Family~
To the Witt Family: I am Willie James Allen. Arthur and I attended Junior High and High School together in Sallis. He was a pleasant, quiet, very respectful, and easy going person. I was delighted to share his company as a fellow classmate. My wife (Maxine) and I send our deepest sympathy for your loss. May fond memories of him bring joy and comfort to your family.
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