He was born Sept. 18, 1938, in Rockbridge County, the son of the late Glennie and Mary Shafer Chittum.

Ed was the last surviving member of the immediate family. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Lois Moore Davis Chittum, and his second wife, Donna Frazier Chittum.

Ed was retired from Charles W. Barger & Son where he had worked for 39 years. Ed was a quiet, gentle giant who will be missed by all who knew him.

The Rev. Steve Ramsey will conduct a memorial service on Saturday, Nov. 2, at 11 a.m. at the Greater Vision Pentecostal Assembly, 274 E. 41st St., Buena Vista. Visitation will be from 10 until 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice Shenandoah House, 111 N. Campus Lane, Fishersville, VA 22939.

Arrangements are being handled by Bolling, Grose, & Lotts Funeral Home and Cremation Services. NG