Marshall O. "Doc" Pitcher
December 25, 1925 - February 4, 2015

"Ann, Keeping you in my prayers. I am sure your Dad left you with many wonderful memories to share forever with your family. "

"To the Pitcher Family, Please except our deepest sympathy. We so enjoyed the video of Doc, a husband, father and friend that was so loved."

"To the family of MO and all that loved him, I have had a series of mentors, but possibly my greatest was Dr. Pitcher. His influence and advice were some of the most impacting in the shaping of my career and the professional path I chose. While my personal, near daily, contact (I worked for him) ended some 34 years ago, I still tell stories about our times together. I still laugh when telling friends stories of watching baseball and drinking beer together on a summer Saturday afternoon (just one example). MO´s ability to improvise in any situation impresses me to this day. I am saddened to hear the news of the passing of this great man. At the same time, I realize I was blessed to have had the privilege of knowing him and being "under his wing". I also know there are others like me that MO mentored. Thank you MO for giving me your time, advice, and helping me become who I am today. Dr. Kyle Kramer (San Diego CA, and Antigua, Guatemala) "

"We do not know Doc too well. But he was a resident of Clover Ridge Place, where my mother, Bea Nelson, also resides. They had a lot of good times. Dinner was always more entertaining when Doc was there. We are so very sorry for loss. Doc was one of a kind. He will be sorely missed."

"Else, Ann and family members... Chris sent a note about Doc. Sorry to hear the news. Prayers and thoughts to all of you. "

"We are sorry for your loss. He`s a great man& Vet."

"To Elsa, Paul, Anne, Alan, and Miriam My deepest condolences go out to you all. As you may recall through their professional lives,community service, and unshakable loyalty to the Cyclones, our families have been closely connected over the decades, so we are very sad to hear of Doc's passing. From my early youth, Doc served as a personal role model for me as I pursued a similar life path from farm youth to Iowa State Vet college to food animal veterinarian clinician. Doc allowed me to extern with him and Don Yanda during my summer college breaks and I was so pleased to offer the same role to Paul as he progressed through vet school. While I held his professional skills in the highest regard, he also imparted on me a sense of balance in life and responsibility to others. It was a real blessing to have him in our lives."

"Marlis and I want to extend our sympathy to the family of Dr. Pitcher. He was a loyal friend and colleague during my years of veterinary practice, a credit to his profession and family. May peace of God be with you."

"Elsa and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you with the sudden passing of our friend and mentor. I shall miss his drop-in visits and calls where we shared tears and a few laughs. His family was his pride and joy. The tears that flowed came easily as he related the latest family news. How blessed he was as a parent and husband. Marshall can't be forgotten for the many years he was our veterinarian. You could count on him no matter what the weather was or time of day. In that respect, he was one of a kind and that meant a lot to us. There are many good people we meet along the path of life. Now our friend is on a new journey, but I know he would want us to reflect on how he made a difference for each of us."

"Mrs. Pitcher, Paul, Anne, Alan, Miriam and Families, You have my deepest sympathies for your loss. Doc Pitcher was always so cheerful when he allowed me to work at his vet clinic which I was in school. He always showed his true personal interest in people and animals. I was truly blessed to have worked for him. God bless all. Gary Goodall, College Station, TX"

"Else, Paul, Anne, Alan, Miriam and families...I am so sorry to hear this sad news, but I have such very fond memories of you all which I will always cherish. Love and God Bless, Nancy"

"May I send my deep condolences to your family. I have always regarded Dr. Pitcher with highest respect. He did so much for our community for so long, and truly served the people in Maquoketa and the area in so many ways. But I will most always remember his strong clear voice, that sparkle in his eye, and ready laugh and sharp wit. Always curious about what was happening and eager to have a lively discussion about all manner of things. From the time I was young and watched him care for our various pets with a practical, yet caring compassion; to the friendship extended by him and Else over the years, and by Paul, Anne, Alan and Miriam. Your parents love was always evident in their children. He is someone I will always think of fondly, respectfully and a with a smile. May you find comfort in the love and support of all his friends in the community, but also, if they were able to express themselves, from the many many animals he cared for and tended so compassionately. God bless, John Nelles, and family, Toronto, Canada"

"My sympathy for your loss to the Marshall Pitcher Family. I am grateful to have known Marshall and admire his example of faithful service to family and country."

"Alan, Alicia, & family: So sorry to hear of your dad and grandpa's passing. He was a wonderful man. We will be praying for you during this time. Love you all - "

"Dear Else & all your dear family. We are sad with you in your precious loss. Thinking of you now with heartfelt sympathy and also with thankfulness for the gift of Marshall's, ("Pitch's") friendship over so many years.... and the joy of sharing as colleagues the bond of Veterinary Medicine, ISU memories as Vet Med Graduates Class of 1954. . We also have such special memories of you two at AVMA, IVMA, and most recently at the retirees lunch EIVA Group, all such special times together, remembering, much laughter, sharing & caring.. We'll miss you Pitch! ... Our thoughts & prayers are with you all, Fondly, Glen & Ila Barrington . "

"Elsa, Paul, Anne, Alan, Miriam and your families, You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. With my deepest sympathy to all of you."

"I think M.O. was the greatest guy I have known. I went to work for him while still in high school and again after having our children , until he sold his Maquoketa practice. He taught me so much kindness and helped me be a better person. He loved his family and all people and really took an interest in everyone. The "BEST" boss I ever had. With love and admiration I will miss you. Deepest sympathy to all the family."

"Elsa, Paul, Anne, Alan, Mariam and families, Please know that our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you, as you grieve the loss of your beloved husband and father. It was always delightful to have a conversation with Doc. He was a very special person, and will be missed greatly. Sorry we cannot be with you as you celebrate his life. Blessings to all of you."

"Miriam and family- My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Your dad always came over to say hi, share with me about living near Ames, and check to see that's where I still was living when he would see me at church. He will be missed! "

"To the Pitcher Family - Our sincere sympathy and prayers to the Pitcher family. We have many fond memories of Marshall - first and foremost, his trust and faith in us when we bought his veterinary practice. Also, to the many times he would stop by the Chamber office to visit and share a laugh or two. He will be missed."

"To the Pitcher family, Kelly and I would like to extend our sincere condolences at Marschall's passing. He was such a wonderful man who always greeted us with a great smile and hand shake and was genuinely interested in "what you kids are up to". He would always ask when we were throwing our next party because he and your mom had such a fun night of dancing at our wedding. Our prayers are with him and all of you. May God bless and keep you in this difficult time. Peter and Kelly"

"I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Doc.My mother, Sharon worked for him for several years at the vet clinic. He was a good friend to our family. He will be missed. Prayers for Elsa and family."

"We will miss Doc's friendly and positive outlook.. With Doc's continued encouragement the funds were raised to complete the ARC/YMCA...we are so grateful for his wisdom. "

"I am so sorry to hear of Doc's passing. I used to volunteer with Gay Storlie when we took the clients out for meals. I had the honor of going along so many times with both Doc and his wife. He came to our farm several times and one time in particular he came to geld a horse for me. He encouraged me to watch and told me when he was done that he heard from my Dad that the horse was giving me issues. He said go cut a plum switch and climb on that horse and teach him what was what. I did and never looked back. He was gentle and strong both with a great love for his patients. He will be missed. Prayers for all of his family."

"Else, Ann and all of the family. I am saddened to learn of "Doc's" passing. I have so many great memories from across the bridge table to having coffee with 'the men' when Bob and I would make the morning ritual. Else, you have my Sympathy and am 'Thankful' that you have such a great family to lean on at this time."

"ANNE AND FAMILY IM SO VERY SORRY FOR UR LOSS"

"Elsa, Alan Alicia kids, Anne and family Miriam and family Paul and family My heart breaks for all of you. Marshall was so easy to love. I will miss making nuts for him. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Remember God will get you though this. Marshall is with his Father in heaven in he is so very healthy and happy now. He will be missed. I love you guys."

"Else, Paul, Anne, Alan, & Miriam I am so saddened to hear of Marshall's passing. He would stop at my office to visit Ross quite often and if Ross wasn't here we would always have a nice visit. He was such a dear man and I thought a lot of him and will miss him dearly. There will always be a part of him in our community forever. He was one in a million. Rest in Peace dear Marshall. You were the best!"

"Truly a GREAT MAN, Prayers for the family in their time of loss. He will be missed. I have many a fond memorie of him helping our animals on the farm. He taught me many things without even knowing, well He might have known, while I watched and helped him with those animals"

"Dear Else and family-though we've lived away from Maquoketa for 30+ years(Dubuque IA) we remember "Doc" well-Always a joy to visit with and with a man dedicated to his family and his profession! May he rest in peace and your memories sustain you in this time of sorrow. "

"Elsa & Family We will miss "Doc" sitting in his pew at church. He was always so interesting to talk to. My father was 96 & had outlived all of his friends but Doc found the time to visit him. We will be forever grateful to him for showing such kindness to Dad. I wish we could be there to celebrate his life but are out of state. God's blessingto all of you."

"We hardly know where to begin when remembering Doc. I know Dennis's life has been so blessed by having Doc's presence, teaching, and above all his friendship for the last 50 or so years. One of the kindest and gentlest people we will ever know. There's no doubt that he is in the arms of Jesus. Our deepest sympathies to you all. "

"I willl always remember Doc as a kind and generous man,who loved his family,his community and his country.My life has been enriched by his being my friend.Rest in God's peace old buddy."

"Else, Paul, Anne, Alan & Miriam, We were so sorry to hear about the passing of "Doc". He was a great man and will be missed and remembered by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your families. "

"Marshall made a difference upon this earth. Our condolences to his family. May his teachings carry on through those who knew and loved him."

"Marshall's love for his family, his church, and his community leave me with inspiration and admiration of a life well and fully lived. He will be missed...and remembered with joy and fondness. Heartfelt good wishes to all of his family as they honor and celebrate his life. "

"So sorry to hear of the passing of a great and kind man. His service to his church and his community were such a big part of who he was. His pride in his family goes above anything else. He will be missed yet celebrated on his journey home to his heavenly home. May God be with all of you left behind."

"Saddened to learn of the loss of Dr. Pitcher, who with his family were tenants of my parent's Western Avenue house.A vocalist daughter, {classmate of my daughter Donna, who is having a family gathering here Sunday to celebrate my 95th birthday} likely was accompanied by June Winegar, playing my piano given to Briggs School by my parents. "

"Sorry we will miss Doc's service. He was a great guy. Self directed and always called a spade a spade. I am silently beginning to celebrate all my memories of him. He added much to my life"

"Thinking of the entire family during this tough time. My heart goes out to you Merman (Miriam)......hugs to you, my friend. Xoxo"

"My sympathy to Elsa and family. Doc was always my friend at church. We would exchange hellos and friendly jibes.He was a special person and I know will be greatly missed by the community and his family. Rest in Peace, Doc. You've earned it."