HannahNicole PittmanWood

Hannah Nicole Pittman Wood entered Heaven on April 18, 2026, after a courageous ten-month battle with acute necrotizing pancreatitis caused by complications from gallstones, which later led to a long and difficult medical journey. She met every challenge with remarkable strength and determination, often repeating the words that carried her through the hardest moments: “Strong girls do strong things.” Those words became her rallying cry, written on hospital whiteboards, spoken before difficult steps, and lived out with quiet bravery until the very end.

Born on March 10, 1994, in Dallas, Texas, to Kelly Koncak Pittman and Craig Pittman, Hannah grew up in the Lake Highlands area, where she attended Scofield Christian School through eighth grade before continuing on to Lake Highlands High School.

At Lake Highlands High School, Hannah played catcher for the JV and varsity softball teams. She was a member of the A Cappella Choir and a proud member of the Highlandette Drill Team, where she served on the Social Committee (“SoCo”) and was honored as Spirit Girl. Hannah was also selected as Student of the Month by the LH Exchange Club and chosen to serve as a Peer Mediator. A member of the National Honor Society, she graduated with honors.

Hannah attended Baylor University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism/Advertising and Digital Marketing. During her time at Baylor, she was an active member of Kappa Kappa Gamma and participated in All-University Sing. She also served as a member of the Student Foundation and created t-shirt designs and was on the committee for the Baylor Bear-A-Thon, dedicating her time and leadership to causes and traditions she loved. Baylor held a special place in Hannah’s heart, and her love for the university remained steadfast throughout her life.

After graduation, Hannah embodied what it means to be a Kappa for her life, joining the Richardson/Plano Alumnae Association where she took on officer and committee roles in the areas of membership, helping with the planning and execution of Founders Day and jumping in whenever needed or asked. She made new connections and new friendships that enriched her life and left huge heartache behind.

Her Baylor pride was lifelong and enthusiastic. She never missed a home football game while attending or as an alumnus. She faithfully traveled to Baylor bowl games, always encouraging family and friends to join the fun. In later years, she especially loved Baylor tailgates, planning themes and menus, grilling, and serving family and friends alongside Rob, where their joyful partnership truly shined.

Hannah discovered early on that she was drawn to creativity, communication, and connecting with people. While attending Baylor, she interned with DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen, where she began developing the creative instincts and eye for design that would shape her career. After graduation, she started professionally at BizCom Associates before following a calling into education, where she poured deeply into her students as a preschool teacher at Scofield Christian School.

In time, Hannah returned to the world of digital marketing, design, and creative direction at NiftyFifty Solutions, combining her creativity with her gift for connecting with others. She was also part of Business Network International (BNI), where she served on various committees. She had a remarkable ability to shape ideas into something meaningful and lasting, bringing clarity, intention, and heart to everything she touched. Through every season of her career, Hannah left a lasting impression on both her colleagues and clients.

Hannah was, at her core, an artist. She painted, she drew, and her penmanship was strikingly beautiful. She saw the world through a creative lens and found joy in expressing what she saw and felt through her craft. That same creativity shaped the way she lived her life. She was a member of the founding committee for MACS (Metroplex Art for Christian Schools), helping establish art competitions for Christian schools throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth area.

Hannah had a keen eye for art, a love of fashion, and a deep appreciation for food and shared experiences. She especially loved antiquing and collecting art, treasures that reflected her creativity, curiosity, and eye for beauty. For over 25 years, she was a familiar face at the State Fair of Texas, where she participated and placed in Creative Arts contests. She was most proud of receiving the “Best of Show” award for a ceramic piece she sculpted.

God gave her the extraordinary gift of hospitality. Hannah found joy in creating beauty and inviting others into it, turning even the simplest moments into something thoughtful and memorable. Hannah loved to entertain. She did not simply host gatherings; she created experiences. Every detail mattered to her, from the menu, invitations, flowers, and atmosphere to the elaborate cakes she baked, true works of art. Nothing was left to chance. It was her way of loving people well and making them feel truly celebrated.

She was vibrant and full of life: joyful, kind, generous, playful, loyal, and deeply loving. Her laugh was contagious and unforgettable. She invested fully in her relationships, held her friends and family close, and loved to travel with them. Some of her favorite trips included road trips through the south with friends as well as travels to Turks & Caicos, Disney World, Mexico, Grand Lake, Colorado, Big Sky, Montana, Glacier National Park, and Yellowstone. She also visited more than 100 National Parks, Monuments, Reserves, and Sites, both large and small, and proudly carried a “National Parks Passport” filled with stamps from her adventures.

She loved challenging herself physically and found joy in the outdoors through hiking, skiing, scuba diving, weightlifting, and simply being in the world around her.

Hannah’s faith was the foundation of her life. She loved studying God’s Word, investing her time in His Kingdom, and encouraging others in their walk with Christ. She faithfully served in the children’s ministry at BSF (Bible Study Fellowship), where she shared her love for the Lord with the next generation. Family and friends often turned to Hannah for wisdom, comfort, and prayer, knowing they could rely on her steadfast faith and compassionate heart.

Hannah loved her husband, Rob, with her whole heart. They met during the height of the pandemic, and their connection was immediate and undeniable. From the moment they found each other, they were inseparable. They were married on January 14, 2023, and built a life rooted in love, faith, joy, and deep partnership. Together, they traveled, spent time with family, whom Hannah held especially close, and created a home that reflected who they were.

Throughout this ten-month journey, eight of those months spent in hospitals, the family is deeply grateful for the overwhelming love and support they received during that time. God blessed us with many miracles throughout this journey. Rob, Hannah, and the family were never alone. God faithfully surrounded them with prayer warriors from near and far. Words cannot fully express the family’s gratitude for the incredible outpouring of love, prayers, and steadfast support.