Michael G. Pittman

April 16, 2015

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Mike Pittman, 62, was born May 13, 1952, to Junior and Phyllis Pittman in Perry, Iowa. He passed away of a blood clot in his lung at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines on April 16, 2015.

Mike worked for Perry Water Works until he was involved in an accident at the age of 21 that left him as a paraplegic. Following his accident, Mike began building furniture, wind spinners and shelves in his wood working shop. He was a long time member of Iowa Heartland Trikers where he held the office of 2nd Assistant Director for 9 years. In addition, he was the secretary of the State of Iowa Chapter of the Brothers of the 3rd Wheel for 9 years. Mike also built Trikes out of his home in Rippey.

Mike is survived by his son, William Griffin; grandson, Kendall Griffin; sisters, Vicki (Gene Taylor) Mitchell, Barb Sherman and Gloria Conrad; many nieces and nephews and beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Timothy Pittman and maternal grandmother, Dorothy Lohman.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date with burial at Dodge Township Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family in loving memory of Mike.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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