Evelyn Celia Pittson (Horjus) of Arlington passed away peacefully at her home on April 22nd 2015 surrounded by her family.

She was born on August 15th, 1933 in Grand Rapids, MI to Walter and Cornelia Horjus. She married Charles, (Pat) Pittson on July 31st, 1965 in Darrington, WA. Together they raised four children on their family farm near Darrington, WA.

Evelyn was very active in the Darrington United Methodist church serving in many offices, since 1970 including Treasurer, Administrative Secretary, United Methodist Women and the Pastor Parish committee. Evelyn joined the Darrington United Methodist church on October 14th, 1990 and transferred her membership to the Arlington United Church on May 1st, 2011.

She leaves behind her children Joan M Pittson of Darrington, Paula (Randy)Pittson- Cobb of Arizona, and Walter (Conchita) Pittson of Darrrington, WA; 7 grandchildren Niko, Tricia, Lukas, Jennifer, Mitchell, Walter Jr. and Zoe; sister Nella Daves and brothers Martin (Ella) Horjus and Kenneth (Flora) Horjus.

She was preceded in death by her husband Charles A. (Pat) Pittson Jr.; son Charles A. (Chuck) Pittson IV; granddaughter Taylor Pittson; and brother Bill Horjus.

A memorial service honoring Evelyn will be held at the Arlington United Church 338 N MacLeod Ave, Arlington WA at 1:00 pm on May 9th 2015.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Everett Gospel Mission, Arlington High School Music Department, or to a charity of your choice.

The Pittson family sends a very heartfelt Thank You to Providence Hospice for their responsiveness, grace, caring and respect shown to their mother and family.

Arrangements are under the direction of Gilbertson Funeral Home, Stanwood.