Obituary: Deion Anthony Pittman, 22, of Waterford

Information via Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Homes

Deion Anthony Pittman, 22, of Waterford, Connecticut, went to be in the arms of the Lord on March 31, 2017.

Deion was born Dec. 12, 1994 in Irving, TX, the son of Michael Anthony and Robyn Taeza Pittman.

A 2013 graduate of Waterford High School, Deion's first job was as an intern at Sonalysts. He was currently employed as a shift supervisor at Cold Stone Creamery and also worked at Jersey Mike's.

Deion played in the Waterford Youth Football League and played football at Waterford High School. He later coached in that same youth football league. He was a member of the Christ Church of God and Family Center in New London.

He was predeceased by his brother Andre Anthony Pittman. Deion is survived by his parents and brothers, Aaron Anthony Pittman and Darien Anthony Pittman. He also leaves his Grandmothers Rose Glasper and Janet Dickinson, his Gramma Jackie and Grandpa Bob, his aunts, uncles, and many cousins, relatives, and friends.

The family will receive relatives and friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, at the Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home, 48 Grand St., Niantic. A viewing will begin at 10 a.m., followed by a Celebration of Deion's Life at 11 a.m. on Friday at the Christ Church of God and Family Center, located at 660 Ocean Ave., New London (Congregation Beth El).

The family of Deion wishes to thank the many people who have reached out and touched the family with their love, support, and prayers, We will forever be indebted.

Please visit www.neilanfuneralhome.com to leave an online condolence for the family.