Richton, Ms
Funeral Home
Visitation
Saturday, 4-9 pm, September 19, 2026, Richton Church of God
Service
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 2 pm, Richton Church of God
Obituary
Look Military Service Tribute, Honors, and Obituary:
Recognizing and Honoring a Fallen Hero who Served in the Mississippi National Guard. “Fallen, Yet Not Forgotten.” In recognition of our proud American tradition of honorable service, which our military men and women have given to their country and our state, we honor a Fallen Hero. Our nation, our state, and the National Guard Association of MS (NGAMS) regard memorializing its retired military deceased as an honorable and sacred obligation. Another great Soldier and Fallen Hero has been released from duty, passed from our ranks on September 14, 2026 and has moved on to his heavenly home. Retired Captain James Harold Pitts, age 68, Richton, MS, who served in the 890th Engineer Battalion has departed and gone to a better place with our Lord and Savior. Graduate of MSARNG 22nd OCS Class.
It takes a special person to serve in the military for their country, sacrificing time with family time, comfort, and safety to ensure all Americans can enjoy their freedoms, safety, and way of life. We now applaud you for your service to our country.
A special message from General Douglas MacArthur remains relevant today for our servicemen who have passed: “Old Soldiers never die; they just fade away.” Rest in peace, soldier. We honor your patriotism, sacrifices, and brave efforts in serving our country and your family’s support of your service. We thank you for your service. Without your efforts and your families’ support, our country would not stand so boldly, shine so brightly, and live so freely.
You have now earned your rest, so go fly with the angels, go rest high on that mountain; your work on earth is complete. Go to heaven a-shoutin’ love for the Father and the Son.
Another great soldier has gone home—“Fallen, Yet Not Forgotten, Soldier for Life.”
Obituary, Visitation, and Service Details:
🇺🇸 A FINAL SALUTE — CAPTAIN (RET) JAMES HAROLD PITTS
August 19, 1958 – September 14, 2026
Perry County has lost one of its own, and today we pause to honor a life spent in service to others.
James Harold Pitts proudly served his country in the United States Army National Guard, retiring with the rank of Captain. During his military career, he was called to serve during Operation Desert Storm.
But Captain Pitts’ service did not end with his military career.
In Perry County, he continued answering the call—this time for his neighbors and his community. He served the Town of Richton over 20 years; serving part of that time as Fire Chief. Another role built around duty, responsibility, and being there when people needed help.
There is something especially meaningful about a life like his. Whether wearing the uniform of his country or serving his hometown, Harold Pitts spent a lifetime answering a simple call:
Today, we remember the soldier who served his nation, the fire chief who served his community, and the man whose family and friends knew him beyond any rank or title.
To the family and loved ones of Captain James Harold Pitts, we offer our deepest sympathy and our gratitude for sharing him with his country.
May you rest in peace, Sir. We have the watch from here.🇺🇸