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Milton Brents Witty

December 11, 1926 - June 24, 2011

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Visitation
Kilpatrick Funeral Home
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 |

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Kilpatrick Funeral Home
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 |
Monday 6/27

Funeral services for M. Brents Witty, Jr., 84 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, June 27, 2011 at McClendon Baptist Church West Monroe. Rev. James Gardner will be officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Brents was born December 11, 1926 in Hamilton, Texas to Milton Brents Witty, Sr. and Kathryne Baker Witty. He went home to be with his Lord on Friday, June 24, 2011 at StoneyBrook Memory Care Home in West Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Michael Scott Witty, mother of his children Avis G. Witty, brother Charles N. Witty, and sisters Kathryne Witty Nelson and Anne Witty Olmsted. Brents is survived by his wife of over 35 years Janet Antley Witty, son Milton B. Witty, III, daughter Kathleen Witty Mitchell and husband Jim Mitchell, step-son Paul Jason Little and wife Annette, grandchildren Brant Mitchell and wife Amy, Meg Mitchell Sanks and husband Michael, Abbie Mitchell, Bristen Witty, Brelynn Witty, and Ryne Michael Little, great-grandchildren Grace, Caden and Emily Mitchell, and Naomi and Abraham Sanks. Brents graduated from LSU in Mechanical Engineering and went to work for the telephone company. He soon learned that he did not like being behind a desk every day. He went into the insurance business and worked for major insurance companies until he retired at age 80. He was a Chartered Life Underwriter, Life Member of the Million Dollar Round Table. He was a 32nd degree Mason and a Shriner. He was an active member of the Rotary Club for many years and the Wildlife Federation. His greatest love was working with the Boy Scouts of America. He was a leader of a Boy Scout troop and a board member on the Council. He received the Silver Beaver Award from the Boy Scouts of America for his distinguished service to the Council and community. He served his country in World War II in the Aleutian Islands of Alaska. He loved his country and his family. Special thanks to StoneyBrook Memory Care Home and Premier Hospice who provided excellent care of him. Pallbearers will be Brant Mitchell, Michael Sanks, Todd McGuffee, Wade Bishop, Joe Allbritton, and Grant Bamburg. Honorary pallbearers will be his Sunday School Class. Visitation will be held Sunday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Contributions may be made to McClendon Baptist Church Children's Building or the charity of your choice.

Visitation
Kilpatrick Funeral Home
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 | Map
Service
Kilpatrick Funeral Home
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 | Map
Monday 6/27

Funeral services for M. Brents Witty, Jr., 84 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, June 27, 2011 at McClendon Baptist Church West Monroe. Rev. James Gardner will be officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Brents was born December 11, 1926Continue Reading

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Lee Roy and Camille Adair left a message on July 7, 2011:
Dear Witty Family, We were saddened to hear of Brents' death, but we know he had been ill for a long time and praise the Lord, his suffering is done! What a wonderful comfort to know he is with the Lord and enjoying all the glories of the riches in Heaven. We know you have many precious memories to help during this time and in future days. Our business association with Brents was always so pleasant and enjoyable. He served us well and was very knowledgeable in his field of work. We liked and respected him very much. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. In sympathy, Lee and Camille Adair
Ann and Billy Jack Antley left a message on June 27, 2011:
Janet, Brents was a good man who spent a lot of time at Mom and Dad's, visiting and shooting the bull, as Dad would say. Brents taught me so much about insurance through the classes he taught for Life Underwriters. I am so sorry for what you have had to go through during his illness and death. You are in my prayers. We love you.
Janie Russ left a message on June 27, 2011:
I am saddened to see that Brents has passed away. What a wonderful Christian, fun loving man he was! He will be missed! My thoughts and prayers are with the family!
MILLIE & DIANNE GREEN left a message on June 26, 2011:
WITTY & LITTLE FAMILIES JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW WE ARE THINKING OF YOU. YOUR FRIENDS & LOVE ONES ARE SURROUNDING YOU WITH PRAYERS & LOVE.
Rachel Sibley left a message on June 26, 2011:
Kathleen and family, So sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you. Love, Rachel
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Amy Fontana left a message on June 26, 2011:
Dear Mrs Witty and Paul, I was just informed of the news about Mr. Witty going to be with our Lord. Growing up next to you, you all were more like family and also seeing you over the years at McClendon when I would go with my Aunt Mary. Mr. Witty was also such a nice, wonderful man and I know he will surely be missed. I am so sorry for your loss and please let my family know if we can be of any help. Paul, you have always been like an older brother, I appreciate you and am so deeply sorry for your loss. Mrs Witty you too were like an Aunt, always so loving and caring. I remember seeing you at the DMV about 2 years ago and you hugged me as if you loved me just as you did when I was a little girl. As, with Paul, I am so sorry for you and the rest of your family's loss.
John and Liz Self left a message on June 26, 2011:
We had many wonderful times with Mr. Brents! He shared his love of the outdoors with us! Not to mention some great recipes for cooking under the stars! He will be missed.
Andy Conlee left a message on June 26, 2011:
You are in our thoughts and prays
Paula Eunson West left a message on June 26, 2011:
Milton and family: I have such fond memories of growing up down the street from you and your family. Your father was the perfect example of a true southern gentleman. I know your hearts are heavy but we all know he is in the arms of our Heavenly Father. I pray for love, peace and comfort for you and yours in the days ahead.
Marie Cook Anderson left a message on June 25, 2011:
Janet, Sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts & prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Dustie Blount left a message on June 25, 2011:
Ms Janet I'm so sorry for your loss!!! It seems like yesterday looking accross the church and seeing you and Mr. Brents on your pew. Know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you.
dale dimos left a message on June 25, 2011:
We knew Brents back in his Grace church days. Also, through the friendship of our son John with Scott, who were in the same class at St. Christopher's Day School. We pray that God will enfold you in His comforting love. Dale & Jim Dimos
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes left a message:
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