George M. Witt

WITT, George M. went home to be with the Lord on May 23, 2016. George was born on Sept. 17, 1951 in Columbus, MS. After attending Memphis State and moving to the Tampa area, George became a long-time member of Idlewild Baptist Church, where he enjoyed working with college students and young married couples. Following a brief retirement from a 30 year career in sales, George took on the role of Multi-Area Director for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Under his leadership, the ministry grew from one staff member to 19, and now has a presence in almost every high school and numerous middle schools in Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties. George loved to study God's Word and to share Christ with others. George is survived by his wife of 42 years, Nancy, and four grandchildren; Emma, Molly, Jackson, and Ava. He is preceded in death by his parents, Larry and Francis Witt of Memphis, TN, and his sons, Matthew and Daniel. There will be a visitation from 5:30-8:00 pm on Thursday, May 26 at Idlewild Baptist Church, 18333 Exciting Idlewild Blvd, Lutz, 33548. The funeral service will take place on Friday the 27 at 11 am, with visitation beginning at 10 am. The graveside service will be for family only. Special thanks to Melech House Hospice Care, and all of those who have prayed for George and the Witt family throughout this ordeal. In lieu of flowers, George requested that donations be made to the Witt Camp Fund benefiting coaches and students involved in FCA