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A. Kitts Obituary
Gates: Monday, February 21, 2011. Predeceased by his grandson, Steven DeRuyscher. Survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Susan; children, Larry (Ann) Kitts, Karen (David) DeRuyscher; grandchildren, Brian and Kim Kitts, Kristine (Matt) Galligan and Kevin DeRuyscher; brothers and sister, Harry (Montriel) Kitts, Betty (Chuck) Palmer, Louie (Ingrid) Kitts; several nieces and nephews.
He was Pastor Emeritus at Lutheran Church of Our Saviour in Gates and Pastor Emeritus at St. John's Lutheran Church in Irondequoit and served numerous parishes in the Rochester area, Chaplain at Gates Fire Dept., and served on the Board of Gates Ambulance, Grove Place Cemetery and many other organizations. Sidney was also a WWII and Korean Veteran.
Friends may call at the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, 2771 Chili Avenue, Thursday 3-7. Funeral Service, Friday 10 AM at St. John's Lutheran Church, 800 East Ridge Road, Rochester, NY 14621. Interment, Grove Place Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Pluta Cancer Center. Condolences to:
beanandsonsfuneralhome.com
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Roger Dyer
March 20, 2011
A great story; My son Steve at age 12, was told by kids that a neighborhood dog was sent to the SPCA in Victor, NY. So the next day he packed a lunch and set out on his bike in the pouring rain to go get this dog. He got as far as Our Saviour's and went inside to sit. Pastor Kitts noticed Steve and sat down to talk with him. After some good counceling, Pastor got up, put his rain coat on, put Steve's bike in his car trunk and drove him back home. Pastor helped Steve put back all the lunch meat and calmed Steve down. Pastor later called me at work to explain what happenned. Now that was Pastor Kitts watching over his flock.
Mary Seebach
March 19, 2011
Sid enhanced my life. He was a joy to know and a wonderful neighbor.
Karen and Kerry
February 27, 2011
What a long and distinguised life this wonderful man had. He will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts are with you Karen and family.
The Kaminskas
February 25, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. The memories over the years, confirmation class, seeing Pastor for the first time in "regular clothes" at the first church picnic we attended (early '70s), playing softball. He was one of the few good ones who will be greatly missed.
February 24, 2011
I am very sorry to hear about Pastor Kitts. Iremember my confirmation class and his visits to our house. I only disagreed with one thing he said to me and I do believe that dogs do go to heaven. Stephen Dyer, Seattle, WA
Mindy Fletcher
February 24, 2011
Dear Family,
I am a secretary in Pastor Kitts' primary doctor's office and I just want to tell you that I will miss talking with your wonderful Dad. He was such a kind and caring man, the light of Jesus just shone through him. I take comfort in knowing that he is in the arms of the Father now. I feel blessed to have known him.
Comfort and peace to you all,
Mindy Fletcher
February 24, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family; Pastor Kitts is a model pastor, for all to learn from.
Scott & Jean McMullen, Fort Mill SC
Nichole Cunningham
February 23, 2011
Dear Kim, Larry, Anne, and Brian,
I did not personally know your father and/or granddad but want you to know that you are all in my prayers. I personally know Kim and she is a great person I bet much like her granddad."All" please take care. I am so, so sorry for your loss.
Marj (Claus) Bovenzi
February 23, 2011
Pastor Kitts was an important part of my family's life during the years he served St. John's. He was with us when my father died and 4 months later he baptized my son. My mom always enjoyed receiving his yearly Christmas letters. He was a good man, and a true leader in faith. I will remember him fondly.
May God's peace be with all of his loved ones.
Rest in Peace Pastor Kitts.
Jacquie and Jim VanAuken
February 23, 2011
Dear Susan, Larry, Karen and your families
Your father will always be part of our family. He officiated at the baptism, confirmation,and wedding of our daughter Kim.
His memory will always live on in our hearts. The world has dimmed becasue his light is no longer shinning and showing us his love and care
Janet Knoll
February 23, 2011
Dear Karen and family -
I was honored to meet your father twice, and I know he was proud, strong, compassionate and loving...the very traits he has passed on to you and your children.
Please know Tom and I are thinking of you with sympathy and friendship.
DeAnne Trudeau
February 23, 2011
I was privileged to know you through Karen and through her eyes you were and will always be an amazing father/person. Karen, you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. With Sympathy,
February 23, 2011
Pastor Kitts is a legend in our book, his parish family was his family because he was always there for you when you needed spiritual uplifting.
Ed (Jose) & Daryl Jarvis, Rochester
Kim Popen
February 23, 2011
He will always be my pastor and my friend. I will remember his smile and his laugh forever. May happy memories comfort you.
Kathleen Zawacki Taran
February 23, 2011
It has been an honor and privilege to have you in our family for over 35 years. I will always hear your voice and see you standing so tall, whenever you entered a family function. You were a wonderful man and this earth has lost an amazing human being. Thank you for all of the wonderful memories at the family functions. Rest in peace Reverend Kitts.
Gordon Bennett
February 23, 2011
My sympathy and prayers of condolences for the family.
Sheryl Richardson
February 23, 2011
God has called home a great soul. My prayers and condolences to Karen and Larry at this difficult time.
Roger Dyer
February 23, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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