Elaine V. (Snyder) Pitman

Elaine V. (Snyder) Pitman, 90, of Newburgh, passed away Thursday, February 14, 2008, at Woodlands Convalescent Center in Newburgh.

Elaine was a 1938 graduate of Ball State Teachers' College and received her master's degree from the University of Evansville in 1969. She retired after 29 years as an English teacher at Bosse High School and a night teacher at the University of Evansville. She and her husband, Clarence Pitman, attended every U of E basketball game, where Clarence served as PA announcer. Elaine was also a member of Crossroads Christian Church, the Evansville Retired Teachers Association, and a former member of the Eastern Star.

She is survived by a daughter, Patty Edwards and her husband, George, of Carbondale, Ill.; son, Larry Pitman and wife, Valerie, of Murfreesboro, Tenn.; grandchildren, Gary and Glenn Edwards, Tim Pitman, Nick Pitman, Laurel Pitman and Beth Caballero; and great-grandchildren, Bryn and Connor Edwards and Zach and Brooklyn Caballero.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Clarence, in 1982, and her parents, Jesse Snyder and Minnie (Sipe) Snyder.

Services will take place at 1 p.m. Saturday, February 16, at Ziemer Funeral Home East Chapel, 800 S. Hebron Ave., with pastor Jack Arney officiating.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Crossroads Christian Church, 10800 Lincoln Ave. in Newburgh.

February 15, 2008

Mrs. Pitman was my English teacher at Bosse in 1968. She was such an energetic, caring person, and we all loved having her as a teacher. I know her entire family will miss her greatly. Pam (Pastore) Fleming (Evansville, IN)

February 15, 2008

Elaine Pitman was my homeroom advisor and my English teacher at Bosse (1961-65). She was one of my favorites. Larry and I were classmates from 4th grade (same homeroom) and briefly in band at Bosse. My condolences to the family. Gary Miles (Phoenix, AZ)

February 15, 2008

I have fond memories of Elaine visiting Cookeville TN during Christmas. She was a loving person with a sensitivity to others. We love you all!!!! Janna and Ron Chambers, Josh and Caleb Reese (Cookeville, TN)

February 15, 2008

I graduated from Bosse in 1968. Mrs. Pittman taught me English. She was a very nice teacher and a very nice person. I am so sorry for your loss. Roberta Staten (Anderson) (Indianapolis, IN)

February 15, 2008

I truly respected Elaine as a great and sincere teacher. The students loved her as did her fellow teachers. Elaine laughed easily and had a great sense of humor. I am sorry her last few years have been less than fulfilling. In Florida for the month. So unable to visit. Larry was one of my favorite students in Biology. Marlan Maidlow

February 15, 2008

Ms. Pitman helped me fall in love with the subject of English while I attended Bosse. She was a remarkable teacher. Pamela

February 15, 2008

Beth, we are so sorry about your grandmother. You and your family are in our prayers.
Love, Jeannie & Lynne Hurst (Knoxville, TN)

February 15, 2008

Larry, My sister Jayne let me know about you mother's passing, my condolences. She lived a long life and I trust enjoyed it to the end. Hope all is well with you and your family. Sorry we haven't been in touch for so long. Give me an e-mail, if you want to catch up. Riedy (Indianapolis, IN)

February 15, 2008

I have thought of Mrs. Pitman many times over the years. I was a student of hers at Bosse in the late 70's. She stood out above all other teachers with her warm heart and caring nature towards her students. She had a positive impact on my life and many others she taught. Julie Clayton (Evansville, IN)

February 16, 2008

Dear son and daughter of Elaine, my name is Monsie. I was a Spanish teacher at Bosse High School. I started teaching there in 1976. Elaine was my friend and mentor. I am saddened by the news of Elaine's passing. I have great memories of my friendship with Elaine and all she taught me. She helped me so much, we laughed so much. Elaine was a wonderful person; I loved her and respected her immensely. My husband and I moved to Melbourne, Florida five years ago after we retired. I will never forget her. My deepest sympathy, Monsie Woehler (Melbourne, FL)

March 28, 2008

I was one of Mrs. Pitman’s many students. I graduated Bosse High School in June of 1982. I was not only lucky enough to have her as an English teacher but as a homeroom teacher as well. I would get to school early carrying a bag from the donut bank. Inside I had two Bavarian Cream donuts. One was for me and one was for Mrs. Pitman. We would enjoy our donuts and talk about anything and everything. She had a way of making you feel good when things seemed to be going wrong. My biggest memory of her would have to be her pink flair markers. She did not grade in red like the other teacher. She loved pink and used it all the time. She said when red was used it looked like the teacher bleed all over the paper. If she especially liked your paper you got her biggest reward; a big smile face in pink of course. I have one of those in my year book.

Although she may be gone from this world I will always remember her.

Julie Crowe Calkins