Larry Gene Gittus, 77, of Tecumseh, Michigan passed away peacefully on July 27, 2024.
He was born in Tecumseh, Michigan in 1946 to Leon Edward and Lola Virginia (Stewart) Gittus. He grew up in Deerfield, Michigan and graduated from Deerfield High School before enlisting in the United States Marine Corp and serving in the Vietnam War.
Larry Gittus married Ranee Louise (Doremus) more than 55 years ago and together they raised three sons, Tom (Jodie), Scott (Danelle), and Chad (Brittany Pohl) Gittus and enjoyed their grandchildren Hayden, Katie, Spencer, Brenna, Keith, Sterling, Dylan, and Cole.
Larry worked at the Britton Elevator in Britton, Michigan for many years. He made many friends while working there and took pride in his role in ensuring local farmers had successful crops each year.
He enjoyed his time as a boy scout leader when his boys were young and was often seen quietly observing many Tecumseh Indian sporting events through the years. He also enjoyed attending his grandkids’ games, dance recitals, and choir performances.
Friends and neighbors will miss seeing him rocking on his patio and waving as they drive by his house.
Larry was preceded in death by his wife Ranee, his siblings, and parents.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice are appreciated.
A memorial service for Larry will take place 12:00 p.m. Saturday, August 10, 2024 at Purse Martinez Funeral Home, Tecumseh Michigan.
Interment will follow at Lenawee Hills Memorial Gardens, Tecumseh, Michigan, with Military Honors performed by Tecumseh American Legion Post #34 and
Tecumseh VFW Post #4187 Funeral Honors Team.
Visitation will also take place Saturday, August 10, 2024 at Purse Martinez Funeral Home, Tecumseh, Michigan, from 10:30 a.m. until time of funeral service.