Elisha Pittman "PITT" Peel

Elisha Pittman Peel of Piedmont, Alabama, better known as Pitt, passed away Thursday, May 1, ,2025, at the age of 93.

He was born September 24, 1931 in Geneva, Alabama to Bernard Hill and Margaret Peel. Pittman married Peggy Joyce Hammond in Geneva, Alabama and was a member of the United States Army leaving with the rank of sergeant. Pitt and Peggy had two daughters, Sabrina (Peel) Steckline and Teresa (Peel) Sanford, both born in Brinkley, Arkansas. This is also where Pitt began his career in shirt manufacturing. His career eventually brought the family to Piedmont in 1971. Pittman was a faithful member of First Baptist Church, having served as the church treasurer for many years. He was also an active member of the Lions Club and Rotary Club. Pittman is survived by his wife, Peggy, daughter, Teresa Sanford, her husband, Phil Sanford, grandson, Brandon Sanford, as well as granddaughter, Alexis Sanford. Pittman was preceded in death in 2010 by his daughter, Sabrina Steckline, and is survived by her husband, Terry Steckline, granddaughters Jessica Gentry and Christy Steckline and great-granddaughter Mandie Gentry. Funeral service will be held Saturday, May 3, 2025 11 AM  at Dansby Heritage Chapel, 707 Southern Avenue, Piedmont, Alabama, with military honors, with visitation from 10 AM until 11 AM. Pallbearers are Doug Spoon, Larry Smith, Kip McFry, Bill Hart, Sparks Harper and David Martin. Honorary Pallbearers are Larry Wilkes, Bruce Wilkes and Ollie Brunson.  No graveside service will be held. 

In lieu of  flowers, donations may be made to First Baptist Church of Piedmont in his name. Flowers are also welcome and may be sent to Dansby Heritage Chapel, 707 Southern  Avenue, Piedmont, Alabama 36272.                                                                                                                           For online condolences please go to dansbyhc.com.

Dansby Heritage Chapel is honored to serve the Peel Family.