Marion Jean

Pitman

Marion Pitman, age 92, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and child of God, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, November 9, 2026. Born on August 9, 1934, in Piscataway, NJ, Marion led a life filled with love and laughter.

The daughter of Ethelyn and Harry Kouhoupt, Marion was instilled with the values of hard work and giving from a young age. She was predeceased by her parents, her brothers Lynn, Robert, and Harry Kouhoupt, and her loving husband of 63 years, Edwin J. Pitman. Marion and Edwin shared a remarkable journey together, filled with many adventures such as owning horses, sailing, archery, and many other pursuits.

Marion is survived by her son Edwin Pitman and his wife Carla, her daughter Diana Pitman, and her grandchildren Daniel (Caitlyn), Jaime, and great-grandson Carl. The legacy of her life and talents will live on through them.

Marion dedicated many years to the Vineland community as a school bus driver, where she safely transported countless children to and from school, always with a smile. She briefly served as a crossing guard for Vineland Public Schools. Her first love was home, and she spent countless hours caring for it inside and out.

A talented and self-taught musician, Marion shared her joy for music by playing the piano, organ, ukulele, and violin. Her passion for singing and music found a welcoming home in the churches she actively participated in throughout her life. Marion was also known for her creativity and artistic flair, which she expressed through painting, gardening, and continuously finding new ways to beautify her home.

Marion's vibrant spirit was clear in her love for making up her own jokes and entertaining others with her music. Her lively spirit touched everyone she met, leaving lasting impressions and cherished memories.

A service to celebrate Marion's life will be held on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Cumberland County Veterans’ Cemetery, located at 136 Trench Road, Hopewell Township in Bridgeton, NJ. The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the NJ Veterans Memorial Home in Vineland for their care and support over the past two years.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice in Marion's honor, as a way to continue her legacy of kindness and giving.

Please visit www.wbfuneralhome.com to send online condolences to the family.

Arrangements are by the Wainwright-Bernhardt Funeral Home, Vineland.