Paul Aaron Pittman, 88, of Teachey, NC, departed his earthly life for his heavenly home on the evening of June 22, 2024, while at Lower Cape Fear Life Care Center in Wilmington.  Born on July 21, 1935, he is the son of the late Riley Webster and Lula Jane Turner Pittman.  He is also preceded in death by his first wife—Elenora C. Pittman; his second wife—Betty Louise Chilcote Pittman; siblings—Laura Jones, Lloyd Sanderson, Larry Sanderson, Leon Sanderson, Horace Pittman, and Dorothy Taylor.

Left to cherish his memory are his children—Silas Pittman of Teachey, Daniel Pittman and wife JoAnn of Clinton, Samuel Pittman of Seattle (WA), Joseph Pittman and wife Juanita of Pink Hill, and Jacob Pittman and husband Richard Yeager of Garner; sister—Carolyn Hatcher and husband Kenneth of Beulaville; and five grandchildren.

Mr. Pittman was a quiet, soft-spoken man who had great wisdom.  He taught his sons the meaning of hard work and respect for others.  He attended school in the Potters Hill School and loved his alma mater dearly.  During the early 1950's he served his country in the United States Army and was involved in the Korean Conflict.  A majority of his work career was spent with Nichols Foods, with many years serving as a supervisor in the freezer department.

The family will greet friends at a visitation set for 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, followed by a service at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Padgett Funeral & Cremation Services.  Officiating will be Reverend Jack Malvin.  Interment will follow in the Rockfish Memorial Cemetery, with military honors.  Flowers are welcome or please consider a contribution in honor of Mr. Pittman to Lower Cape Fear Life Care Center in Wilmington.