Condolences
On December 31st at 7:15pm 2016 our family will be faced with the dreaded anniversary of our mom’s death (Violet Mary Covin Pitts). The last year has been exhausting, confusing, and healing all in one. We have cried and we have laughed. Time has done that strange thing it does, where the wound closes just enough to allow you to live, but never enough not to leave a scar. That’s when I decided to do it. To have a Heaven Day, a day where we celebrate this amazing woman. A day that we honor her. We will make Pancakes using her recipe, and bake an Apple Pie (a favorite past time between mom, her Son Allan and Granddaughter Nadia whom LOVED those Pie’s). We will go to mass and pray with our lord to help all in need (one of Mom’s most cherished memories of hers was helping others in need, so we will help the less fortunate). Will we cry? Likely. Will we grieve? Of course. But we will also smile, knowing we’re keeping her alive in our hearts. We will remember and we will laugh and we will love her as fiercely as we did when she was here in our presence. We will celebrate because we know she’s in the most amazing place. We know there is grace and love and forgiveness. We know there is healing and acceptance. We know we will see her, again. Nadia, Allan and I are overjoyed with the idea, and feel immense relief that we’ve been able to come up with a plan, a way to honor and love Mom/ Grandma. Our Heaven Day is on December 31st – 2016 at 7:15 pm. Since losing our mom we’ve made some wonderful new connections-turned-friends. Other motherless daughters, fatherless sons, widows, and mamas grieving children gone too soon. Is that you, as well? I hope that if you are nearing a difficult anniversary such as the one we’re facing, maybe you too can see it in a new way. I hope you will see a tiny light in an otherwise dark day. If that’s you, my love and thoughts and prayers go with you. Cheers to celebrating death, cheers to celebrating life. Here’s what I am missing on this first anniversary of my mother’s death: • The way her face lit up a room when she smiled • The warmth of her hugs • The way she loved to celebrate • The love in her voice every time she spoke • The LAUGHTER that brought tears to one’s eyes ( Kleenex needed) MOM…WE LOVE AND MISS YOU WITH OUR WHOLE HEARTS AND WILL NEVER FORGET THE SPECIAL PERSON YOU WERE! I'm here today because of you, Mom. ONE YEAR and forever to go of missing you. LOVE, YOUR SON ALLAN, DAUGHTER CARMEY AND GRANDDAUGHTER - NADIA! Once upon a time an angel held my hand. She wiped away my tears and helped me understand. Our time on earth is brief; there are lessons to be learned, Each precious day God gives us, another page is turned. Every chapter full of memories, times of joy and tears, Triumphs and defeats, through every passing year. She loved us unconditionally, always by our side. When no one else would listen, in her we could confide. With gentle words of wisdom she led us on our way, Down the paths of righteousness if ever we did stray. She saw the light in everyone and gave with no regrets, Always from her heart, let's not forget. Angels come in many forms; for me it was our mother. With love I cannot say in words there'll never be another. Every day I turn the page, in my heart will ever remain Everything she taught me as I stroll down memory lane. Thank you, God, for giving me the most priceless of all treasures. Help my, Lord, to keep alive her memory here forever. I pray that I can someday be everything she hoped I would, That she's smiling down from heaven knowing she did good. As we gather here today, there's no ending to her story. Another chapter has begun, full of grace and glory. God's called her to his heavenly home, part of his great plan. Although it may be hard, we all must understand. Faith is what is hoped for, things we cannot see. Heaven is promised to all of us if only we believe. In memory of Violet Mary Pitts
Very sorry to hear about your Mom's passing she was a great lady. Remember her well from my time in cadets. May she rest in peace.
To my cousins john and Gerard and your families. I'm sad to hear the passing of your mom. I have many cherished memories of our visit's to your mom and dad's place when I was growing up. Aunt Vi would always have baked goods and a meal for a king ready for us. You would never go hungry. I will miss your mom's and dad's loving smiles. Have piece of mind that they are once again together in heaven. It's hard to have a love one to pass on but they are always there to look over us. Love your cousin Cyndi.
To my cousins john and Gerard and your families. I'm sad to hear the passing of your mom. I have many cherished memories of our visit's to your mom and dad's place when I was growing up. Aunt Vi would always have baked goods and a meal for a king ready for us. You would never go hungry. I will miss your mom's and dad's loving smiles. Have piece of mind that they are once again together in heaven. It's hard to have a love one to pass on but they are always there to look over us. Love your cousin Cyndi.
To the family, relatives & friends of Vi Pitts: The next time that I visit the Ste Anne Center, I will VI, when I went to see my brother she would always ask me "did you write in the Reporter this week? I read them all you know. She was a great person, very kind and caring. I knew her for many years and truly enjoyed seeing her. Let the memories that she has left behind help you cope with her loss. Be happy for all the things that you have done for her over the years and I am certain that from her new home in heaven, she will watch over all of you. Rest In Peace "Vi" You were a Special Lady!
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to John & Sheila, Gerard & Carmey, Kristina & Nadia at the passing of Vi. We have so many cherished memories of times spent at her house, we will always remember her kindness and her laugh. May all your memories of her help you in these hard times. Rest in Peace Vi.
John and family, so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
To the family of Violet, my sincerest condolence, "Those whom we have LOVED never leave us. They live in our HEARTS for ever and cast their RADIANT LGHT on our every shadow."
My thoughts and prayers are with her sons Gerard and John Pitts and their Families . May god Bless your mom and your family. It is with great sadness that I hear of the passing on the late Violet Pitts. She was a very lovely lady , always sharing a smile with those who surrounded her, she worked with my Uncle for many years at St. Anne's Center. She was very much loved by all who were lucky to have known her. RIP dear friend, she loved playing BINGO too. Darlene Landry -Sampson Alliston, Ont.
To "Vi's" Familly, We want to extend our most sincere condolences to all the family. Most of the Sisters here knew Vi and remember her as a kind and loving lady. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this time of grief. ( Especially Sister Nancy ). May she rest in the peace of her God. Bless you all.
Dear John & Gerard and family Sorry to hear about your mom our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.
So Sorry to hear of Vi's passing. Please accept our condolences and deep sympathy.
Please accept our heartfelt condolances on the passing of your mother, mother-in-law and Mémé. She was a wonderful lady that will be missed by many. She always took the time to speak to and listen to others with a welcoming nature. May God Bless Her and May She Rest in Peace.
My condolences to the family...R.I.P Aunt Violet.
My deepest condolences to Vi's family at this sad news. Every mornig of high school Vi and I would have a chat and usually a laugh. She always made the day a bit brighter. Her kindness and humour touched so many.
So sorry to hear about Vi's sudden passing. I remember when I was at IMDH spending most of my lunch hours talking with her. She had lots of words of wisdom and we had laughed a lot. My condolences to her family. She's one of God's angels watching over you.
So sorry to hear of VI's sudden passing. Whenever we met up there was always time to,chat. Our sincere condolences to her family and friends. RIP
So sorry to hear of VI's sudden passing. Whenever we met up there was always time to,chat. Our sincere condolences to her family and friends. RIP
So sorry to hear of VI's sudden passing. Whenever we met up there was always time to,chat. Our sincere condolences to her family and friends. RIP
So sorry to hear of VI's sudden passing. Whenever we met up there was always time to,chat. Our sincere condolences to her family and friends. RIP
Completely devastated to hear of Vi's passing. My work day will no longer be the same. Vi had a way of making you feel welcome and comfortable in her company always with a twinkle in her eye and oh that sense of humour! She was quick witted and didn't miss a step. Running into her was a highlight of my day and we shared many laughs. She was wise and grandmotherly still knowing her as an adult as she was when she was watching us at recess during grade school. My sincere condolences to the family on this great loss.
My deepest sympathies to the family of "Mrs. Pitts". She was an incredibly kind woman with such a great laugh! I remember her fondly from my school years. May your memories and the knowledge that she touched so many lives in a positive way provide comfort in the days ahead.
John, Gerrard and family, please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your Mom. I cannot even remember a time when Violet would not welcome me and Mom into your home for many, many visits. She was a wonderful woman who was kind and generous. She will always be remembered and forever missed. Deeply saddened, Carmen and Family.
To the Family, Please accept our most sincere condolences during your time of sorrow, you're in our thoughts & prayers! Michael & Joann Green & Family Truro, NS
My deepest sympathy & condolences to the family & her many friends ! I was honoured to count her among mine & to be partnered with her amongst our St. Ann's family! To say " we will miss her" is an understatement. The veterans wing ( which was her domaine) will never be the same. There will never be another 'Vi' !
So sorry to hear of VI's sudden passing. Whenever we met up there was always time to,chat. Our sincere condolences to her family and friends. RIP
Pitts Family... our deepest condolences to you all on the passing of your dear mother..Vi will be dearly missed .. our thoughts and prayers are with you .. she is now your guardian Angel and she will be watching over you all... RIP Vi..
To John, Gérard and families. Please accept our condolences at the passing of your mom. She will be surely missed. Cline & Margaret Bourinot
My deepest condolences to Vi's family at this sad news. Every mornig of high school Vi and I would have a chat and usually a laugh. She always made the day a bit brighter. Her kindness and humour touched so many.
Sincere condolences to the family !! So sorry to hear of Vi's sudden passing She certainly always had a smile for everyone she met !! Commented on how awesome she looked the last time I seen her at St. Anne's Center !! R.I.P. Violet
I remember Mrs. Pitts from School in Arichat. She was one of the sweetest ladies. I have such fond memories of her laughing , when I say , " Ms. You're the pits!" My condolences to her family at this time of grief. May she rest peacefully , safe in the arms of the Lord.
John,Gerard ,Sheila and families . I was so saddened to hear of Vi's. passing, she was such a nice lady and always had the biggest smile . May she rest in peace Liz Henri
John, Gerard & familes; We want to send our sincerest condolences to all of you in this saddening time. It's not easy I know, the memories of her will be forever & I know they are cherished ones. I'll miss seeing her even though I didn't often Mom would always tell me stories & laughs had at her house playing cards. Sending our love & hugs Anne, Chris & Mom (Violet Bonin)
Nos condoléances de: William (Bill)& Francine Covin À: John, Gérard (Allen), Sheila, Carmie, Kristina,& Nadia Le départ soudain de ma Tante Violet, ma soeur, ma meilleur amie a été un CHOCK. Notre dernière conversation, date du 2 Déc. 2ème anniversaire du décès d'Oakley, avant de se laisser, elle me dit, c'est moi qui te téléphone aux fêtes, ce téléphone n'a jamais sonné, mais il a sonné pour m'annoncer son départ le 31 Déc. 7:20hr. pm 2016 dans la soirée. Une femme formidable, toujours en forme(maintenant j'en doute).Toujour avec le sourire, prête à t'aider, généreuse de son temps, j'ai eu beaucoup de plaisir avec elle. Elle aimait jouer au carte(poker), bingo à la maison, elle aimait beaucoup faire la cuisine, elle m'a donné des recettes que je fais à ce jour, et à chaque fois je pense à elle, elle sera toujour dans mon coeur. Elle avait beaucoup confiance à Sainte Anne, je vais lui faire plaisir, des messes seront chantées à la Basilique de Sainte Anne de Beaupré, en Janvier 2017 , et a son anniversaire le 31 Décembre 2017. C'est avec regret que je ne pourrai me rendre au service, dû à des rendez-vous médicaux la 1ère semaine de Janvier 5,10,24 2017. Je vous embrasse, william
To John, Gerard & families. Please accept our deepest condolences at the passing of your mom. Vi was always such a kind, caring and compassionate lady. I was just chatting with her on Friday when I was in visiting mom. She always had a smile on and could never do enough for someone. She will greatly be missed by all who's life she touched. Please take solace in all the wonderful memories you have. May you rest in eternal glory Vi. Larry & Anna MacDonald
Dear John, Gerrard and families, it was with great sadness that I learned of Vi's passing last night. Vi worked at IMDH while I was a student there and was a friend to all, over the past summers I enjoyed visiting with her at St. Anne's Center when visiting relatives and family friends there while on summer holiday. She was a one o a kind with a giving spirit and a smile that lit up the room. Her sense of humor was fantastic and her laughter was contagious. May she find peace an may you all find comfort in all of the wonderful memories that she has left you with. Gail Rude and Family Calgary,Alberta
I have known Vi since my cadet years. She has always been the most kindess lady with amazing class. To Gerard, John, Sheila, Christina and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Our deepest condolences to Allan, John, Carmie, Sheila, Christina & Nadia. We will miss Violet dearly and she will remain in our Hearts forever. May she rest in Peace.
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