Rowena Irene Pitzer, age 93, of Leesburg, died Thursday evening March 25, 2010 at St. Catherine’s Care Center in Washington Court House.  She was born September 9, 1916 in Sinking Spring, a daughter of the late Leo and Jessie (Foster) McClure.  She was a member of the Walnut Hills Church of Christ in Christian Union for nearly seventy years, had served as an elder of the church and had been a long-time Sunday School teacher of people of all ages.  She loved music and enjoyed singing.  She was an excellent cook, and was devoted to her family, church and friends.  She had worked for several years at Fairfield Local Schools as a cook, and worked as a receptionist at the Patterson Funeral Home, the Prater Funeral Home and the Turner Funeral Home in Leesburg.   She is survived by four children, Jack L. Pitzer and his wife Sharon of Leesburg, Brenda Armstrong and her husband Mark of Leesburg, Sandra Ervin and her husband Steve of Mason, Connie Walker and her husband Randall of Leesburg, five grandchildren, Tara (Dustin) Durbin of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, Gina (Gideon) May of Leesburg, Stacey Ervin of Erlanger, Ky., Stephanie (Trent) Morrow of Leesburg, Jill Walker of Greenfield, four step-grandchildren, Adam (Shannon) Storer of Martinsville, Luke Storer of Wilmington, Noah Storer of Beavercreek, Caleb Storer of Leesburg, three great grandchildren, Wyatt Morrow, Whitlee Morrow and Jorja Jo May, all of Leesburg, and a sister, Evelyn Davidson of Silver City, New Mexico.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of sixty-five years, Delbert L. “Jack” Pitzer, who passed away on May 29, 2003, a brother, Wayne McClure, and a sister, Mary Case.  Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at the Walnut Hills Church of Christ in Christian Union.  Rev. Bob Carroll and Rev. Michael Hodge will officiate.  Burial will follow in the White Oak Grove Cemetery.  Friends may call from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, March 29, 2010 at the Walnut Hills Church of Christ in Christian Union.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Walnut Hills Church of Christ in Christian Union, 10449 Barger Road, Leesburg, Ohio 45135.  The Turner Funeral Home in Leesburg is serving the family. 

Andrew and Brenda Mackan (Mary and Allen Brown's Son and Daughter in law)
Friday, March 26, 2010
10:43 PM

Brenda and Mark, I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. I know right now the clouds have filled in over your head and you feel like the storms are rolling in, but take comfort in knowing that your mother is now walking on the golden streets of heaven and about to be at the feet of our savior and wonderful redeemer of all. She is reuniting with your father, her sister and so many other friends and family that have went before her. Tears will be shed and sadness will be present, but mourn not for your mother long....She is home.

Love and prayers Andy and Brenda Mackan

Roseanna Davis McNeal
Saturday, March 27, 2010
11:58 AM

Mrs Pitzer was a great lady to work with back in the 60's in the Higland School cafeteria. She taught us a lot of things in the cafeteria, she also brought us great treats.

She is one great lady Roseanna Davis McNeal

diana & dana thornton
Saturday, March 27, 2010
02:43 PM

enjoying being with here at the nursing home. love diana

Barbara(Prye) Sibole
Saturday, March 27, 2010
06:21 PM

Connie, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. We will keep you in our prayers!

Paul and Jewel Arnott
Saturday, March 27, 2010
07:52 PM

Sandy, Steve, Brenda, Mark, Jack, Sharon, Connie and Randall, Paul and I are sorry we can't be there for the services, but know our thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you.

Aunt Rene is now home and happy to be with Uncle Jack and all the rest of our family that has gone before her. We loved her dearly and will miss her, but she is in such a wonderful place.

Love and Prayers, Jewel and Paul

Margie Taylor
Sunday, March 28, 2010
08:12 AM

Luke, I'm sorry for the passing of your grandmother. you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.

Your Co-Worker, Margie Taylor

Sunday, March 28, 2010
09:58 AM

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I remember your mother during my elementary days at the Highland School. She was gentle and caring to all of us. I think we were all her children! Comforting thoughts are sent your way to help with your loss. Kay Ludwick Cook

Karl & Debbie Pandorf
Sunday, March 28, 2010
11:33 AM

Brenda & Family,

I am so sorry for the loss of your Mother. I know she had failed in health over the past few years. What a wonderful lady she was and I too remember her in the cafeteria at school. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you and the family.

Debbie

Aunt Brenda , Gina & Tara,
Monday, March 29, 2010
01:20 PM

I was so sorry to hear about Grandma Pitzer's passing. However, at this sad time... my heart is happy... for She is finally Home. I will always remember her for her harmonizing voice when she would sing in the choir at church. God blessed Grandma with the gift of Song... and I’m sure He’s still putting that voice to good use for His Glory. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Janet (Dodds)

Carol Lynne (Boyle) Gustin
Monday, March 29, 2010
05:07 PM

What a wonderful cook she was and always kind to the kiddos!! A life well lived.

Mike Shoemaker
Monday, March 29, 2010
05:37 PM

To the Pitzer family, I was saddened to here of Rowena's passing. She was such a nice lady. I bought her Mother's house in the late 80's when I worked for Western and Southern Insurance. I always enjoyed visiting with her.A couple of years ago I was traveling through Leesburg and noticed her sitting on her porch. I stopped and chatted for a few minutes with her and was surprised that she remembered me. Her family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Mike Shoemaker

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