1953-2021
Evelyn Dee (Osborne) Pitts, age 67, passed away on Sunday, March 7, 2021, in Austin, Texas, after many years of suffering with kidney disease and related illnesses. She was born on June 4, 1953 in Bridgeport, to Frank Patrick Osborne and Beverly Virdell Osborne. She graduated High School in Snyder in 1972. Dee attended Western Texas College, Texas A&M University, and graduated with a BBA in Business Education from San Angelo State University in 1977. Dee worked for Adobe Oil & Gas Corporation, Midland Chamber of Commerce, and the Midland Reporter Telegram, in Midland as the librarian. With the Telegram’s support, she founded and directed the local Spelling Bee competition in Midland, where it continues today. Moreover, she organized the Permian Basin International Oil Show Media Trailer, and wrote bible studies, curriculum guides, and led numerous bible studies. She was involved in a variety of organizations: Midland Intercessors Prayer Group, Downtown Lioness Club, Prof