Milton Kitts

Milton Fay Kitts, age 100, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and the memories of a long and well-lived life.

Born in Ceres, Virginia, he was the son of the late Jesse Ernest Kitts and Lola Maude Tickle Kitts. As a young boy, he worked on family farms before answering the call to serve his country. He proudly enlisted in the United States Army, serving honorably during both World War II and the Korean War conflict. During his distinguished military career, he earned the Bronze Star and two Purple Hearts. After 22 years of dedicated service, he retired from the Army and continued his commitment to community through a second career as a United States Postal Service carrier, retiring after 23 years of service.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life, his beloved wife, Alma Tibbs Kitts; his parents; brothers Roy Kitts, Eugene Kitts, Ira Kitts, Layne Kitts, and Hobart Kitts; sisters Stellena Roe, Loella Kitts, and Nellie Wayne Vaught; and his daughter, Karen Joyce McRae.

A man of deep faith, he faithfully served as President of the Methodist Men at Asbury United Methodist Church. He was an avid gardener who delighted in sharing the fruits of his labor, keeping friends and family supplied with green beans, collard greens, cucumbers, and tomatoes year after year.

He never met a stranger and was known for his warm spirit, playful jingles, and unforgettable storytelling. His humor and larger-than-life stories brought laughter wherever he went. Proud of reaching 100 years of age, he especially enjoyed asking anyone he believed might be older than him their age — usually with a smile and a joke close behind.

He is survived by his sister, Wanda Thompson; his children, Ricky Dean Kitts (Christine) of Columbus, Georgia, Alan Fay Kitts (Jennifer) of Ellerslie, Georgia, and Robin Lynn Enfinger (Jason) of Cataula, Georgia; and life-long family friend, Evelyn Hammett.

He also leaves behind a loving legacy of 12 grandchildren: Jennifer Trippe, Ben Trippe, Brian Trippe, Lauren Segars, Ricky Kitts Jr., Keith Kitts, Jesse Kitts, Christopher Kitts, Jenna Cole, Nathan Kitts, Cody Enfinger, and Austin Enfinger; 17 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces and nephews who will cherish his memory.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to Comfort Keepers and Columbus Hospice for the compassion, love, and care shown to their loved one during his final days.

His life was marked by service, faith, humor, and devotion to family — a legacy that will live on through all who knew and loved him.