James Earl Pitts, Sr. departed this life on October 28, 2026, at the age of 85. Viewing will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Mt. Zion Freewill Baptist Church, 4244 Hwy. 1036, Montpelier, La at 9:30 am until the religious service at 11 am. Rev. Raymond Foster will be officiating the service. Interment will be in the church cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home