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William Dayton Pittman, 82, of Chouteau, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, January 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 23, 1942, in Tucson, Arizona, to William Carrell and Maudie Mae (Moon) Pittman, Dayton grew up in Gould, Oklahoma, and graduated from Gould High School in 1960.
Dayton proudly served his country in the United States Navy from January 1961 to 1965, achieving the rank of E-5 Petty Officer 2nd Class Radar Man spending time aboard the two destroyers, USS Samuel N. Moore and USS McKean. After his time in the Navy, he relocated to San Antonio, Texas where he spent time working for Southwestern Investment Companies, and later transferring to Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 1968. It was there that he met Norma Jean Gregory. The two were married on January 24, 1970. To this union was born two sons, Todd and James. The couple shared over 54 years of marriage.
In April 1974, Dayton began his career at the Bank of Locust Grove as a loan officer. He retired in 1995 as President and CEO, also serving as Vice Chairman on the Board of Directors. Throughout his career, Dayton was known for his loyalty, business acumen, and unwavering commitment to his work and community.
Raised in the Methodist faith, Dayton was a man of strong values. Outside of his professional life, he enjoyed fishing, camping, and traveling with Norma in their motor home, particularly to Arizona during the winter months. He was an avid fan of college football, especially the OU Sooners, a team he often had a love/ hate for. He also enjoyed playing blackjack and video poker.
From 1980 to 1992, Dayton and Norma owned and operated Willard’s Day and Night, where they were the first in the area to offer broasted chicken. Dayton also enjoyed team roping with his sons and was deeply involved in their activities, supporting them in FFA and athletics. He was a proud breeder of white Brahman cattle and had also raised horses.
Above all, Dayton cherished his family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and his love for his family was evident in everything he did. He will be remembered as a loyal, independent man with a big heart, always ready to offer love and support to those closest to him.
Dayton is survived by: his wife: Norma, of the home; two sons: Todd Pittman and wife Sabetha of Chouteau, Oklahoma and James Pittman of Chouteau, Oklahoma; three grandchildren: Maegan Cornelius and husband Terrell, Mason Pittman, and Jesse James Pittman; one great-granddaughter: Elowyn Cornelius; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and a host of friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister: Carol Smith; and one brother: David Pittman.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at the Locust Grove Free Will Baptist Church. Pastor Jeff Blair will officiate. Services have been entrusted to the Locust Grove Funeral Home.
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