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Alton Pitts Obituary
Pitts, Alton "Bo"
Rochester: February 24, 2010. He is survived by his son, Anthony and daughter, Sonja; his mother, Annie Pitts; his brothers, George W. Pitts, Jr., David (Carol) Pitts, Eddie Jay (Renee) Pitts and Bruce Pitts; sisters, Mary Ann Graham, Beatrice Pitts and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins; other relatives and friends.
Family will receive friends on Sunday, 6-9 PM at Metropolitan Funeral Chapels, 109 West Ave. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, 11 AM in the Chapel. Interment Private.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alton Pitts
Ann Sherman
March 15, 2010
My condolences to the Pitts family.Bo was a freind of mine over 25 years.I'll miss our nightly phone conversations and his advice and his laughter
christina dinsmore
March 11, 2010
Bo was my baseball coach when i was 12 years old. im now 27. he is missed and loved by so meny. love u bo.
Alice Stout
March 4, 2010
Bea, I just heard about your brother tonight. I am so sorry and will keep you and Bo's family in my prayers. Sorry I missed the calling hours, I would have come to offer my support if I had known.
Elicia Atkins
March 2, 2010
I send my deepest sympathy to Bo’s family. During the summer, we would sit outside and discuss Philosophy, History, Politics and common sense. He would comment about my writings and joke about me taking notes of his ideas. I started this poem in the beginning of last summer and did not finish it until today. Because of his love for the warm weather, I dedicate it to Bo.
Summer
Summer morn in splendid praise
The warmth of sunshine
On the face
A smile forms
Trees look alive
Flowers with bloom
Birds sing consent
Insects dance to the tune
How brilliant the summer breezes
The bones are contented
Once again bringing delight
And warming kisses……
Love,
Elicia Atkins
March 2, 2010
Condolences to Bo's family and friends.
Toots
Alana Beverly
March 1, 2010
Thank you for introducing me to one of my best friends, TP. Your Charlie's Angel will miss you. Love you! May you rest in peace!
Dave Nelson
March 1, 2010
Everyone at the Army Reserve Center was saddened to hear of Bo’s passing. We all remember his laugh, his outlook on life, and his zest for living. I first knew him as a customer at the PX, but as the years went by he became my friend. We shared our experiences in the Air Force, and talking about everything from politics to sports. I’ll miss you Bo, and can still hear you saying before you left “I’ll see you again soon”.
Eddie Pitts Jr.
March 1, 2010
You will be missed by us all love ej, taliah & the kids.
Taliah Jones
March 1, 2010
THANKS FOR KEEPING US ALL IN LINE OVER HERE YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED ONE DAY WE WILL ALL MEET AGAIN LOVE TALIAH,EJ& THE KIDS.
Denny Atkins
March 1, 2010
Bo, you were the best friend (sud o brother) I have ever had. I'm going to miss your laugh and wit. I'll see ya every time I go fishing and shooting, "I got your back".
Yolanda Babb
March 1, 2010
Bo, you will be sorely missed at the PX. You used to have us all laughing when you would come to visit the PX every single time. My deepest condolences go out to the family. God Bless you all and God Bless you Bo.
Eleanor Lee Zinszer Coleman
March 1, 2010
I met Bo in New Jersey when he visited his Funky Heavy brother, Bruce. He played cards with us at my kitchen table. When I moved to Rochester, Bo was like a big brother and made sure that I was safe while I got acquainted with Rochester. I believe his protective, loving energy will continue to bless Rochester. Much love and peace to the Pitts' family.
Diane Hill
February 28, 2010
Bea---my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sorry to hear of your loss. If there is anything I can do, please let me know.
1st day, to his coach to the last day of College to being his "DAD"
Karen O'Reilly-Anderson
February 28, 2010
My memory of "ALTON" whom I called him at times because that was his given name. I always used his name to make him feel extra special because everyone else called him "BO". I met Bo when I was very young and very pregnant. We became friends after Anthony was born. It was not more than a month later when he told me if I ever needed anything to just let him know, that's just the person Bo was. Little did I know he would become "THE BEST MAN" I could have ever brought into our life. When ever he drove by the house and I was sitting on the stoop with Ant he would stop and just say hello. He always played with Ant and held him high in the air in the palm of one hand and said "ALI-OOP" Ant would just laugh and drewl on top of Bo's head but he didn't even care. He often told me he would babysit and Ant would be in good hands but I thought "YEAH Right". Well needless to say Bo was always there. It was the day I got a phone call from daycare that Ant was sick and I was at work and didn't know how I was gonna get there quick to get him. Well Bo said he'd go get his car and take me. Little did I know that was gonna start the most incredible time of my life. Bo developed such a relationship with such a little guy it was UNBELIEVABLE to me. Bo always told me " I want the calf not the cow", was I offended at first, "NO" I thought it was cute. Well I could of course go on and on and on, but those who know Bo , know that's just how he was. Over time our relationship developed and I couldn't of met or asked for a better man than Bo to bring in to our son's life. I really can say we had our share of ups and downs and we were no longer a couple. All that matter was that Ant remained in Bo's life and Bo remained in Ant's life. Bo was a DAD that some dad's struggle to be. He was there from taking Ant to the hospital, to spanking with "Ant's paddle", to being his sport coach, to teaching him about the birds and the bees but most of all to loving him. All I know is that anyone can be a "Father" but it takes a hell of man to be a hell of a
"DAD"
and Bo was that to our son. I loved Bo, I still love Bo and there will always be a place in my heart for Bo.
All I can say now is ALTON, I'll miss you but I will never forget you. Thank you for everything you were, are and you did with and for me. Thank you for being the " GREATEST DAD" for Anthony.
He was there the 1st day of baseball to the last football game. But most of all he was there unconditionally to love Ant" Meat head" as he called him.
I was glad I was able to tell Bo these things just last year for I wanted him to know how I truly felt for him. He told me that I was his akilious heel and that someday he would die and I'd still be his akilious heel but at least he'd have a smile on his face.
" I love you Bo"
I want to thank all of you for letting
me share this with you. God Bless and as Bo always said, shed no tears and if you do let them dry in the memory of Bo in happiness.
February 28, 2010
To My BROTHER.Dame YOU.I miss you.no more long talks at night. i love you.boochie
nello pitts
February 28, 2010
uncle bo we love u even though i didnt see u that much you were in my thoughts and prayers you are in a blessed place and i know you are looking down on us and smiling love you always andre and missy
Thomas Michaels
February 27, 2010
I would like to send my deepest and sincerest condolences to the family. Bo was a good man...a proud man. Bo was not only my friend, but rather regarded as a part of my family. I always appreciated his presence. He was funny, wise, dignified and honest, everything you could ever ask for in a human being. Bo...I will miss you, but never forget you!
Karen O"Reilly-Anderson
February 27, 2010
To the Pitts family, I am deeply lost of the passing of "BO" a wonderful son,brother,uncle and THE BEST FATHER our SON could of ever had. I am ever grateful for all of your friendship,love and for making me feel apart of the family always no matter what. May God Bless and take care of you all at the loss of BO. I love you and GOD BLESS. Love Karen
Dan Burdick
February 27, 2010
I worked with Bo at Midas Muffler on Main St, I never knew a more wiser and straight forward man than Bo.He made the day easier on all of us with his wit. He will be sadly missed. God speed Bo.
Janet Herzog
February 27, 2010
David and Carol, I send you my sympathy at the loss of your brother. I hope that you will keep happy memories close as they help to heal your hearts. God Bless you and your family.
YVONNE JACKSON
February 27, 2010
TO MY FRIEND BO, WE ALL GREW UP TOGETHER IN THE BADEN STREET AREA. IT SEEMS WHEN I GET PHONE CALLS FROM HOME NOW IT IS BAD NEWS. MAY GOD REST HIS SOUL AND MY CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO HIS FAMILY.
YVONNE JACKSON
TRENTON NJ
February 27, 2010
To the Pitt Family,
We are going to miss our good friend BO. He knew everyone working at Wegmans. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
February 27, 2010
I would like to send my condolence to the family. You know if I could be there I would.I am still in Florida. I will be home soon.
Cousin Rudy Jones-Rochester N,Y
Kathy W.
February 27, 2010
You will truly be missed. There are people who we meet in our lives, and although we may not know the reason, they leave us with something so special. That was Bo to us. He was like a grandfather I didnt have, his words of advice, his wisdom that was was so real and down to earth, and his encouragemnt to always push everyone to do the right things. I am so saddened because i looked forward to seeing "Mr. Bo".....Thank you for always looking out for my mom, I always knew she was in safe hands!! We love you very much and will truly miss you!!
michael jackson
February 27, 2010
just a kind word to you from a family friend here in the atl,mary ann ,bruce stay strong in this time of need and remember god knows best.luv ya! micheal[tree]jackson 770-783-9343
Debby
February 27, 2010
To my friend Bo,
You were a bright light in my life and always made me laugh. Thank you for the many coffees and hot chocolates you gave my coworkers and myself, even when I told you not to- you said" I do it cause I want to". my world will be a bit less dim now that you are gone, but I'll remember you every month and take a moment to remember how we laughted.
God Bless you,
Debby
Delores Haynes
February 27, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you.God bless you and your family.
shane pitts
February 27, 2010
Im gonna miss you uncle Bo. Not because I am used to seeing you everyday. But because I know it will be a long time before I see you again. I am sorry for the lost years when I hardly would see you. You never realize how much you miss someone till their gone.
Dave (BFHS '58) Lisi
February 27, 2010
We are saddened to hear of our friend and classmates passing. We were friends from Concord Street and classmates at BFHS (Class of '58).
May he bring great joy to those beyond as he did for all of us.
He will be missed!
Arnie Gissin
February 27, 2010
Reading the Rochester D&C on-line from Georgia from where we are spending the month, I was so saddened to learn of Bo's passing.
I have known Alton since our freshman year at Frankiln HS and our paths have crossed many times over the last 50 plus years including during his career in the Air Force.
Part of the joy of our many Class of 1958 reunions was knowing we would have the opportunity to re-aquaint with Bo
We are in Georgia with 3 other classmates, Dan Reubens and Pat (Lore)and Bob Barkin. All express their deepest sympathy.
Bo will always be a special person to me. I already miss his upbeat manner and forever smile.
My deepest sympathy to the family -you lost a true treasure.
Arnie Gissin
Bennie Walker
February 27, 2010
Carolyn and I share in your sorrow. We extend our condolences from Fayetteville, N.C. You are in our prayers.
Natalie Wanless
February 27, 2010
Rest in Peace, Bo. I'll miss "sparring" with you.
To Mama and the rest of the family,
I wish I could be there with you through this time but even though I can't be there physically know that you all are in my thoughts and my prayers.
Love you all,
Natalie
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