Mrs. Brogan was the first woman from Burlington to enter the service during World War II, she enlisted with the Army in September of 1944 and served in the Army as a medic, stationed in San Francisco, until her honorable discharge in July of 1946. She received the American Campaign Medal, the Good Conduct Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.
Before retiring, Mrs. Brogan was employed at the Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital in Bedford.
She was a communicant of St. Patrick Church in Lowell. She enjoyed crocheting and spending time with her family.
She is survived by five daughters, Janice Conant and her husband, Scott, of North Chelmsford, Linda Brogan and her husband, Jack, Mary Pitman, Peg Pitman and her companion, Ruthy Bouchard, Kathleen Brogan and her companion William Lyons, all of Lowell; three sons, Joe Pitman of Lowell, John Pitman and his wife, Sandra, of North Stratford, N.H., and Jim Pitman and his companion, Janet DiRocco, of Dracut.
She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, Michele Donovan and her husband, Stephen, of Haverhill, Charlene Trigones and her companion, James Cotter, of Dracut, John T. Pitman and his wife, Melanie, of Lowell, Scott Conant and his wife, Jennifer, of Dracut, Tom Brogan and his fiancée, Toni D'Angelo of Lowell, John Paul Pitman, Jr. and his companion, Jessica Perkins, of North Stratford, N.H., Lynn Brogan of Lowell, William Conant and his fiancée, Nicole Haas, of Haverhill, Daniel Pitman and his companion, Lisa Ha, and Eugene Brogan and his companion, Kate Boumel, all of Lowell; 10 great-grandchildren, Kortney Dugan, Kaileigh, Kelsey and Ally Donovan, Cassi Doyle, Zackary, Nevaeh and Taylor Pitman, Andrew Pitman and James Brogan.
She also leaves many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews and friends.
She was also the sister of the late Vincent, Charles E. and Bernard Reynolds, Ruth Reynolds and Isabel Taylor.
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Michele Lyons
February 21, 2022
Love you and miss you so much
Kathy Brogan
March 17, 2010
Hi Mom,
Well just a quick note to say we got the keys to the new apt today, after looking at so many and being disappointed by the one we had our hearts set on. It didn't pass inspection.
We decided to stay here at Massmills, the only thing is, that we are moving back to mill 100.
Yes that's right on the 6th floor, apt 605, it's a 2 bdrm, 2 bath, all new appliances & rugs & it's right next to the elevator. Thank God, no long hallway anymore.
We are going to take our time moving, starting out with some boxes and furniture each day until we're done.
Thinking of you as we always do,
With Love, Forever & Always,
Love,
Kathy
Kathy Brogan
February 24, 2010
Hi Mom,
Well, today marks the 3rd anniversary since you've been gone. Still missed, loved & thought of every day.
Although the grieving gets a little easier
with each passing day, you will never be forgotten. You are forever and always will be in our hearts.
All My Love,
Kathy
Kathy Brogan
February 20, 2010
Hi Mom,
Just a quick note to say hello, and to say Happy Belated Valentine's Day. Sorry I missed writing to you that day, but it was a very busy day, from start to finish.
Billy gave me a pretty card and a nice silver chain bracelet, along with a pair of pajamas that I picked out of course. Plus he cooked a great meal as he usually does on Sundays -Valentine's Day.
I gave him a big heart of chocolates, 2 boxes of chocolate covered cherries, & 2 bags of conversation hearts plus some fishing tackle stuff.
We gave Eugene some money, chocolates & heart cookies. He is doing well, just waiting for our two bedroom apt. to come through, should be soon, hopefully.
Well, will talk to you later as I always do.
All my Love, Now, Forever, & Always
Love,
Kathy
Michele
February 14, 2010
Hello My Ga,
I haven't written on here in way too long. But, you are in our thoughts, each day. I know that you know that. I chat with you all the time, yup, out loud. Funny thing is, I always know what you would say back! We think of you SO often. ...And I miss you SO much.
You would be very proud of all of us, although you ALWAYS were. No matter what life has thrown us all, we all stick together, & more importantly, We Love eachother deeply:) Even though, we don't always see eachother as often as we would like.
Life isn't always easy, but having a GREAT family, makes everything ok, always! I will always be greatful to you for that. As, I know you loved us all, uncondiontally with all of your heart, always. I certainly am blessed, to have had such a wonderful Ga, & the family she raised.
With Love & Endless Thanks. I will always Love You, My GA:)
February 5, 2010
hi ma, HAPPY BIRTHDAY, 88 year birthday. please always know that you are loved and missed and thought of most often. the family is doing well, we all do the best we can, we are strong, like you and manage to get through it all. your kelsey girl just got her license, she is quite proud. she works hard and you are i am sure most proud of her, as we all are. rest easy knowing that we are here because of you. love and miss you jan
Kathy Brogan
February 5, 2010
Happy Birthday Mom,
Wow today is your 88th b-day, boy time flies by too quickly. Sorry, it's been far too long since I've said hello. I started writing after Christmas but was interupted by the phone ringing off the hook as usual, then around New Year's the same thing happened again. I really am sorry, that's such a poor excuse but it's the truth.
Now, it's 8:30am and I don't care what happens, nothing is getting me off this computer with you.
Everyone seems to be doing ok. I talked with Jan the other day, they are doing fine, but very busy with work, babysitting Chloe, Mom you should see her, she is just cute. Only 2 but all grown up like she's 18 and Miss independent. Haven't seen her in awhile because
I usually have appointments when Jan comes in on Wednesdays so I can imagine how much she's grown since Christmas,
Linda & Jack are doing fine, keeping busy everyday like they always have. Linda had Jimmy's & Jacob's picture taken which she picks up tomorrow, can't wait to see them.
Mary & Joey each just had procedures done just recently, Mary had shots done in her neck and spine which didn't help now she may have to have surgery.
Joey had to his right leg checked for a blockage again but he said it came out fine.
Peggy & Ruthy are doing ok, both doing the best they can be. Peg's knee's still bother her & so do her legs & back but she never complains just continues to put up with it.
Ruthy has had to go back into the the hospital for her heart a few times, they put stints in
a couple times already.
Saw Jimmy & Lexi the other day and talked to Janet, they are doing fine too. They had to get a new car because the transmission went on the other one, so they got the same kind only a newer one.
Johnny & Sandy I guess are doing ok, I talked with him on his birthday. Of course it wasn't for long, he had just gotten up, but he said they were fine.
As for us, we are doing fine, Billy & Eugene
along with everyone else are waiting for the
Super Bowl this Sunday.
I had shots done in my back & right hip yesterday but otherwise why complain right. There are so many people in this world who are worse off than me.
Well Mom, it's time to go for now but I promise it won't be so long before I write
again.
Lots of Kisses & Hugs,
Love & Miss You Much,
Always,
Kathy
Kathy Brogan
November 9, 2009
Hi Mom,
Just a note to say hello, we love & miss you every minute of every day. There is not a day that goes by, you are not on and in our minds.
Well, I was treated Mon, Nov.2 at the Olive Garden, as a Happy Belated B-day Dinner. It was absolutely the best.
While we were there, I was thinking about the time you wanted to try it out, but the line was too long. You never did get a chance to try the place, did you?
It was organized by my friend Cindy, who treated me for dinner & drinks.We were joined by Jan & Scott, Mary, Peg, Charlene,& Eugene. It was such a pleasant evening, that everyone of us had no complaints & really had a good time.
Thank You Cindy, from the bottom of my heart.
Thank you Everyone for coming. I
really enjoyed myself & know we'll
see each other soon. Thanks again Cindy.
Well, Mom it's time to go for now,
but will write again soon.
Love Always,
Kathy
PEG PITMAN
September 26, 2009
HI MOM:
IT'S SATERDAY MORNING. JUST GOT DONE WATCHING DOLLAR BILL! EVERYONE SEEMS TO BE DOING O.K. WELL YOUR OLD BABY IS GONE TO BE 47 YRS YOUNG NEXT WEEK!( OLD LADY) JOEY
GOT HIMSELF A COMPUTER AND IS ON IT ALL THE TIME, HE EVEN SHOW'S MARY THINGS ! WHO WOULD OF THOUGT : GOOD FOR HIM! ALL YOUR GRAND BABY'S AND GREAT GRAND BABY'S ARE GREAT! WRITE SOON! ALWAYS THINKING OF YOU!
LOVE YOU!
PEG
Kathy Brogan
August 24, 2009
Hello Mom,
Sorry it's been over a month since
I've been on. Things have been a little busy for me lately, yes I know, I have been on the computer trying to get on facebook. Finally, figured it out although, it wasn't that difficult.
As you know there have been other things going on like Dr. appts, and stuff that keeps me busy & my mind occupied while recuperating.
Everyone is doing fine, talked to Jessica the other day, she said Johnny and all of them are doing well. Except Johnny's shoulder is acting up again.
Scotty & Jenny are expecting baby # 2,
and Chloe celebrated her 2nd b-day w/Jan on the 22nd. She is soooo cute.
Scott had a nice surprise b-day get together for Jan, at their house on Saturday. Very nice & much deserved.
She received alot of nice presents, including a beautiful electric picture frame, that holds thousands of pictures which rotates all of them. Michele, Darren & girls gave her it to her.
Johnny & Mel drove to NJ this wkend to see her brother and to take the kids on a little vacation. They are going to six flags, & some other places there.
Andrew is getting soo tall now and he's going into 2nd grade. Aiva, she is sooo cute. She'll be 2 on Oct. 26.
Peggy said she is like Mary when she was little, acts just like her.
Eugene is still working at The Village Smokehouse as a Bouncer, which he likes. He's doing ok as you know, you are keeping your watchful eyes on all of us as you always do.
You Are Our Angel On Our Shoulders. Mom, Thank God We Have You. We Love & Miss You, Now and Forever.
Love Always,
Kathy
peg pitman
July 5, 2009
hi mom:
we are all doing well! had a great 4th of july: so much food so much fun. allways great to see everyone.
kortney's baby was there and punkie, cassie, ally,buubba, leigla william and necole's dog! but any way there was a good crowd everyone had a good time! wish you were here.
love you
peg
Kathy
July 4, 2009
Hi Mom,
I know it's been almost a month since I've written, & I'm sorry. Will try to be better next time.
Well, most of us are getting together at Jimmy & Janet's house today for a big 4th of July cookout. Like we've done over the last couple of years.
It's always so nice when we gather up there for the day, have some good old BBQ, play horseshoes, cards, watch the kids in the pool, listen to music, do kareoke and just sit around eating & drinking (some of them anyway).
We'll miss you not being with us of course, but you will be in our thoughts, prayers, and our minds, through out the day.
Thinking of you always.
Love & Miss You,
Kathy
Kathy
June 9, 2009
Hi Mom,
Sorry it's been so long since I've written, things have been a little busy for all of us lately. Everyone is going on with their everyday lives, working, trying to survive in today's economy.
Well, Billy, Eugene & I are doing fine. I take it one day at a time. Each passing day, I get stronger, which is great for me. Walking still comes a little slow, but, I'll get there with patiece and perseverance. It may take time, which is something I have plenty of.
I'm all finished with my physical therapist, at home this week, and can not go to outside therapy until after I see Dr. Brick July 24th.
Peggy had surgery on June 4, in Boston for a tumor in her neck again, only this time, it was on the other side. She is home now, but not feeling very well. Her face & left ear are all swollen and very uncomfortable.
I see Jan mostly every Wednesday, when she brings Chloe down. Oh Mom, you would get a kick out of her, she is so cute; with her red hair and cute self, & adorable little laugh and those legs of hers.
She use to be a little chunkier but has thinned down quite a bit, but her legs are still a little plump. Definately cute as can be for shorts. I look forward to those visits each week, I'll tell you.
She has gotten to know all of us and calls us by name. She calls me Auntie Kathy, Uncle Billy, Gene, Jimmy & baby (Jacob).
When Billy, Jimmy & Jacob aren't here, she looks for them too.
Well, I talk to all my sisters, & Joey &
Jimmy all the time, we don't hear from
Johnny, Sandy, John Paul, Jessica, Danny
& Lisa at all so I can't give too much info on them. I'm sure you know more than us.
Well Mom, I've been sitting in one spot for too long. My back brace is starting to bother me, & my back is letting me know that it's time to lye down for awhile.
Good Night for now Mom,
I'll write again soon,
Love & Miss You Always,
Kathy
PEG PITMAN
May 10, 2009
HI MOM!
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! THINKING OF PRIME RIB JUST FOR YOU! ALWAY'S THINKING OF YOU! MISS YOU.
LOVE YOU
PEG
PEG PITMAN
April 25, 2009
hi mom:
sitting here watching dollar bills and thinking of you! i know if you were here you be doing the same! and in a hour or so we would probly be on our way there.
miss you
love you peg
PEG PITMAN
April 8, 2009
HI MOM:
JUST A FEW LINES TO SAY HI, AND TO LET YOU KNOW I AM THINKING OF YOU AS ALWAYS!
WE ARE ALL FINE. WE ARE MISSING YOU VERY MUCH:
LOV AND MISS YOU
PEG
Kathy
March 26, 2009
Hi Mom,
Just a quick note to say hello, and to let you know that I got my back brace today, the one I'll have to wear for
6-12 weeks after the surgery.
Jacob is doing well after his surgery the other day, a little uncomfortable but, otherwise fine.
Mary, Peggy, & Aiva came down the other day to visit before I go into the hospital. It was nice to see them, even though I see them all the time. It was just nice to see them at my house, that's all.
Janice and Chloe were going to come too, but, my appt ran longer than I expected, so Jenny had to pick up the baby and Jan went with Scott to their appointment.
Well, Mom it's getting late, so I'll close for now, but will write again soon.
I love & miss you.
Love Always,
Kathy
Kathy
March 22, 2009
Hi Mom,
Today is Sunday, March 22, 2009. I'm just sitting around eating my oatmeal and drinking my coffee.
I had my teeth out on Thursday the 19th,
finally, after going three times. Each time I went there was another reason why they couldn't take them out.
Well, it's only another week before my back surgery. Mom, I have to admit I'm getting scared and very nervous. I have so much anxiety that I've had to take my meds every day. I normally only take my anxiety meds when I go to Boston, or once in awhile, but not everyday. Deb said it's ok for me to take them because it's only natural to feel this way.
Mom, I know you are always keeping a watchful eye on all of us, but could you
and God say extra prayers for me and keep me safe during surgery on the 31st.
Thank you.
Jacob is having surgery on Tuesday the 24th, for a hernia, please keep him in your prayers too.
Do you remember when William had the same surgery? I do, he was only 6 wks old. He had his surgery at Boston's Children's Hospital but ended up @ St. John's because of infection. I was
working there at the time, so I visited
him every chance I had, which was all the time, because I worked on that floor.
Wow, how time flies, it seems like yesterday that Kaileigh's little Daniel was just born, but he's going to be 1 next Monday the 30th. She's having a party for him on Sunday the 29th. It's a combination party for him, he's being baptized that day too, so it's a baptism & birthday party, which should be nice.
Well Mom, have to go for now, will talk to you soon, within the next couple of days. I'll let you know how Jacob is doing. I LOVE & MISS YOU MOM.
All my love,
Kathy
Kathy
March 8, 2009
Hi Mom,
Today is Sunday, March 7,. Just a quick note to say hello, to let you know I'm thinking of you.
I talked to Rita Caron a little while ago, you know your old roommate at Palm Manor. She said she's doing ok, but she's thinks about you all the time.
I've had such a busy week, with appts, its not even funny, all these are leading up to the surgery @ the end of the month.
Janice and Chloe came down for a visit on Wednesday, she is so cute with that red hair and those chubby cheeks and that adorable little laugh she has.
Mom, I know you would get a kick out of all these grandbabies you have; with Andrew, Aiva, Jimmy, Jacob, Chloe, Mykal,
Zack, Naveah, Tylor, Patrick, Stephen, and Little Daniel. They are all so cute.
Every one seems to be doing fine.
Until the next time.
All my love,
Kathy
Kathy
February 26, 2009
Hi Mom,
Well it's Thursday the 26th of February and I didn't have my teeth out yesterday because the doctor only booked me for an exam and xrays. So I'll have them out on the 18th of March.
Even though Toni is home with baby Jacob I still take Jimmy a few days a week. He's really fun to have, keeps me company and very busy, I enjoy him so much.
After March 31st, I won't be able to have him anymore for a long while, until I recover from my back surgery.
Speaking of Jacob, he has to go in to Children's Hospital in Boston on March 24th for surgery to remove a hernia.
Tom & Toni will be with him that day and I'll have Jimmy, my little buddy.
Mom you should see him, he sticks to me like glue, where I go, he's right by my side, I love it. He's my boy. Just like all the others were, do you remember.
Well Mom, I'll write to you soon. All my love, until the next time.
Love,
Kathy
Kathy
February 24, 2009
Hi Mom,
Well today is two years since you been gone; so far away from us. So happy 2nd anniversary. I do take comfort in knowing that you're in a better place with so many friends and family members, and not suffering in pain the way you use too. Also, knowing that you're celebrating every day in the afterlife with God as you did in life itself.
Peggy just got out of the hospital today.
She was admitted Saturday night with chest & arm pains. They did all kinds of tests on her for her heart and stomach, put her on medicine and let her come home.The medicine is for her stomach, and she has to see a gastrointerologist.
As you know, today is Lynn & Andrew's birthdays. Lynn has the day off along with tomorrow and Andrew had 2 parties on Saturday and a celebration in school today.
I go in tomorrow to have my teeth taken out. Then in March, I have so many appts.; that will end when I have my back surgery on March 31st @ Brigham & Women's in Boston. I'll be in the hospital 4 days and then I'll go to rehab for a little while.
Love and Miss you Lots,
Always,
Kathy
Kathy
February 16, 2009
Dear Mom,
Sorry I havent written to you in soo long, but for some reason I can't get your page on my computer anymore.
Happy belated birthday. Sorry we couldn't come down to see you but we had a snow storm the day before .
You are on my mind and in my heart, every day. I love and miss you so very much. Even though it still hurts, just not as much.
We are all doing pretty well, as you already know, but it is still nice to know you are that you are watching over us.
Well, as you know you have 2 new great grandsons this year, the 1st is
Jacob Thomas born January 23,2009
to Tom and Toni. The 2nd is Patrick
Jacob born February 3, 2009 to John
Paul & Jessica.
Well Mom I have to go for now, but will write again soon. I'm writing from my friend Cindy's computer.
Love Always,
Kathy
john
February 10, 2009
happy belated b-day Ga. i was always late why stop now right. love me
PEG PITMAN
February 5, 2009
HI MOM:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! WISH YOU WERE HERE TO CELEABRATE LIKE WE USED TO. IT'S BEEN ALMOST 2 YEARS, BUT IT FEELS LIKE YESTERDAY! NOT A SECOND OF THE DAY GOS BY THAT I DON'T THINK OF YOU. ANOTHER GREAT GRAND CHILD WAS BORN LAST WEEK, TOMMY 2ND HIS NAME IS JACOB, AND ANOTHER ON THE WAY, JOHN PAUL'S BABY IS DEW THIS WEEK: EVERY ONE IS FINE HAPPY BIRTHDAY AGAIN.
MISS YOU
LOVE YOU
PEG
PEG PITMAN
December 25, 2008
HI MOM: MERRY CHRISTMAS! THOUGHT OF YOU ALOT TODAY( GOOD THOUGHTS) MY 2ND HOLIDAY I DIDN' T GO TO KATHY'S, AND MY 1ST CHRISTMAS EVE I DIDN'T DO MICHELE'S HOUSE! HAD A GOOD DAY. MISS YOU! LOVE YOU! PEG
PEG PITMAN
November 27, 2008
HI MOM:
WELL IT'A THANKSGIVING AND AS ALWAYS YOU WERE ON MY MIND.
IT'S THE 1ST THANKSGIVING I DIDN'T HAVE WITH KATHY, I ACTUALLY MADE MY OWN FOR JOEY AND I; AS HE NOT FEELING WELL RIGHT NOW. I MISS YOU WRITW SOON
THINKING OF YOU EVERY MINUTE OF THE DAY
LOVE YOU
PEG
Timothy Daniels
November 25, 2008
I just stumbled across this guest book and couldn't believe all the people on here that I remember from way back living at the Merrimack Plaza. I remember "Ga" Brogan. She was a really sweet and friendly lady who was so nice to everyone she met. My sister Becki was friends with Kathy Brogan. I remember her and the Pitman's, as well as Michele and Charlene Trigones, and Janice Conant, and Lori Viney. I'm very sorry for your great loss everyone and I hope everyone is well. I'm sure Ga is missed every day.
October 27, 2008
Aiva turned 1 yesterday and Chewbacca prays for you everynite.
I miss you.
Michele
October 14, 2008
Thinking of you lots lately....& missing you so much. I have to say I am always so comforted by the thoughts & memories I have of you. Your love carries on within us. I am so grateful for you.
October 10, 2008
Hi Mom,
Sorry it's been so long since I've written, but my computer has been down.
I've missed talking to you. Peggy's
been keeping you informed of what's been going on, so that's good.
I love and miss you every second of every day, you're constantly on my mind and in my thoughts and my prayers.
Love Always,
Kathy
October 7, 2008
.....of all the things i miss...i miss my GA the most. :(
PEG PITMAN
September 16, 2008
HI MOM:
WE ALL WENT TO WILLIAM AND NACOLE'S WEDDING YESTERDAY I'M SURE YOU WERE WATCHING DOWN SMILING: IT WAS VERY NICE, EVERYONE LOOKED GREAT. WAS SUCH A NICE AND RELAXING DAY. THEY SEEM VERY HAPPY. THOUGHT OF YOU ALL DAY! MISS YOU.
LOVE YOU PEG
PEG PITMAN
August 7, 2008
hi mom:
MISS YOU DEARLY, THINK OF YOU EVERY DAY. I CARRY YOU ON MY SHOULDER! LOVE YOU
PEG
July 1, 2008
Wish you were here. I miss you so much.
April 3, 2008
Hi Mom,
Just a quick note to say hello and to let you know I'm thinking about you as I always do. Also, to let you know what's going on around here. I'm sure you already know from watching over us every second of every day.
First of all, Kaileigh had her little boy on Sunday, March 30, he weighed in at 6lbs. 20" and was born a little after 3:30 pm. His name is Daniel Jesse.
Second, we are moving to Mill 100,
at the end of the month. We are doing well.
Mary & Peggy have their own health
issues going on, as for the rest of the family they seem to fine.
I Love you & miss you,
Talk to you soon,
Love,
Kathy
Kathy
March 23, 2008
Hi Mom,
Happy Easter.
We went to see you today and I bought you a cross full of beautiful flowers with an angel on them, from all of us. I'm sure you were looking down upon us and happy with the choice we made.
We had dinner at our house. Peggy, Joey, Earl & Paula all came over. Then Donnell, Kristen, & the Kids, Tasia & her kids came by later for desert. I must say it was definately not the same without you here.
You are missed every second of every day, but you left us here to carry on without you, and I am doing my best. We all are and we are surviving, thanks to the strength
we learned and inherited from watching you. Thanks Mom.
Well Mom it is getting late and I have to get up early, I do miss talking to you. Talk to you soon.
I Love & Miss You,
Forever in My Heart,
Love Always,
Kathy
Charlene
March 20, 2008
Hi Ga,
Just wanted to say hi and as always thinking about you.
Thanks for watching over us all so carefully.
Love you and miss you.
Love,
Charlene
Ga at Aunt Ellen's house for the Cameo Diner 25th Anniversary party!
March 20, 2008
February 24, 2008
Good Morning Mom,
Just sitting here thinking about you as I always do, realizing it's been a year since you've been away from us. Where does the time go, seems like just yesterday that we were taking care of, and keeping vigil at your side, until that fateful time came at 8:02pm when we had to say our first goodbyes.
We had a nice 1st anniversary mass for you yesterday, at St. Patrick's.
It was celebrated along with the 4:00pm mass in your honor.
You may be gone physically, but, believe me you are never forgotten.
You are thought of daily by each one of us. Forever in our thoughts, prayers and hearts.
Love & Miss you Mom,
Kathy
Michele
February 20, 2008
Missing you, Ga. I always will. But, I am so grateful & happy to have had you as long as I did. You will always be my favorite!
February 17, 2008
Hi Mom,
Sorry I didn't write on your Birthday or Valentine's Day, it's not that I wasn't thinking of you, because, you know I was. You are on my mind every second of every day.
I just had to get past my own feelings and finally get to the computer. I'm so sorry I didn't get to it before.
Happy belated Birthday and Valentine's Days, I LOVE AND MISS YOU, so very much.
I hope your days went well, waking up in no pain, sitting there talking to all your many friends and family up there.
Mom, we all think of all the time, but we know you are in a better place, watching over us and feeling very proud. 'Til the next time, Mom, I love you.
Kathy
PEG PITMAN
February 6, 2008
HI MOM:
DIN'T WRITE YOU ON YOUR B-DAY , BUT I DID TALK TO U. THINK ABOUT YOU ALL THE TIME, 24/7. MISS YOU LIKE CRAZY! I HOPE UR FRIENDS AND FAMILY THAT YOU JOINED HAD A BIG BASH FOR YOU.
LOVE YOU MUCH
PEG
February 5, 2008
Hi Ga,
Just thinking about you on your Birthday. With thoughts and prayers from your favorite Son in law.
Jack
Linda Brogan
February 4, 2008
Hi mom
Just want to wish you A Happy BIRTHDAY.
I know it will be your best yet .
Imagine you would have been 86 wow.
Just to let you know I am thinking about you all the time and miss you A lot .
Till next time.Bye Happy Birthday again.
Love Linda
Michele
January 28, 2008
Miss you so much, my Ga! You still brighten many of my days, though. Your kind ways as my Grandmother carried me through & inspired me in many ways. Love You so much!
January 22, 2008
Hi Mom,
Just a quick note to say hello and to say how much I miss and love you. I think about you every day, I know you hear me talking to you, and I can still feel your presence. I know that you are still watching over all you loved, and all those who had the pleasure of knowing you Mom.
I know I've told you all of this before, but I feel like I haven't said or don't say it enough. Until next time.
Love,
Kathy
linda brogan
January 12, 2008
hi mom
just letting you know how much i miss you and think about all the time.
we are all doing ok.the holidays were quiet but good.jimmy was so cute,we had dinner with tom and toni.jimmy is getting so big and cutter every day.
well i finally got a chance to read your page here a lot of nice stuff you meant a lot to a lot of people.i cant believe its almost a year already.well i will say bye for now,iknow your at peace,keep watching over all of us.till next time forever in my heart and in my mind love linda
William Conant
December 25, 2007
merry Christmas Ga! miss you!
PEG PITMAN
December 25, 2007
HI MOM:
WELL IT'S CHRISTMAS DAY, I'M SITTING HERE BEING LAZY, UNTIL I GET MYSELF DRESSED AND GO SPEND MY DAY WITH KATHY,WHICH I LOVE TO DO. WE WENT TO JIMMY'S AND JANET'S 4 AWHILE LAST NIGHT HAD AGREAT TIME, THEN WE ALL WENT TO MICHELE'S, EUGENE, KATHY, MARY, AND MYSELF, AND HAD A GREAT NIGHT. MOM KNOWING HOW YOU ALWAY'S DID THE BEST YOU COULD WHEN IT CAME TO CHRISTMAS, AND HOW MUCH YOU ALWAY'S ENJOYED THAT DAY, IS WHAT MAKE'S ME WANT TO ENJOY IT THE SAME. OUR FAMILY KEEPS GROWING SO MANY NEW MEMBERS, BEAUTIFUL BABY ARE HERE MORE ON THE WAY, WEDDINGS ARE IN THE WORKS:GREAT GRAND DOG THAT ENJOY BEING PART OF THE FAMILY AND AS YOU KNOW THE STRONG LOVE WE ALL HAVE FOR YOU , WHICH HELPS LIFE EASIER: MOM YOUR NOT HERE IN BODY BUT NO DOUT THAT THERE IS NOT ONE OF US, THAT DON'T CARRY YOUR SPRIT, YOUR ALWAYS ON OUR MINDS AND IN OUR HEARTS. THANKS MOM FOR BEING THE MOM YOU WERE, YOU MADE ME PROUD
LOVE YOU MISS YOU DEEPLY
PEG
December 24, 2007
Hi Mom,
Well, it's Christmas Eve, so much time has past. I can't believe it's already been 10 months since you've been gone. Time just seems to be passing by so quickly before you know it.
I miss you so much and I'm sorry I didn't write to you on Thanksgiving.
Although it was a very busy day as it usually is, and a very nice one too, that doesn't excuse me from writing. You were on my mind all day, infact we all raised our glasses in a toast to you that day.
Billy Lynch, was here that day and he's coming up tomorrow for Christmas Dinner, he's bringing Vincente with him. He's been coming up alot and keeping in touch with Billy, Eugene, & I since your funeral.
Although, it's Christmas time, for the first time in my life, that I can truly say I am really not in the spirit this year. I mean, I have some Christmas spirit but it's not the same as other years.
If it weren't for me babysitting Jimmy and having the year we did for new babies in our family, things would definately be worse. Jimmy is such a fun & enjoyable baby, well, little guy to watch.
Besides, I know you'd be kicking me in my pants saying to me "Christmas is for kids" "what are you sitting around on your butt feeling sorry for yourself for"? You'd better get up and start doing something about it.
I LOVE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH MOM, UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN, YOU'RE FOREVER IN MY HEART. UNTIL THEN, I'LL STILL WRITE TO YOU.
LOVE ALWAYS,
KATHY
October 27, 2007
Hi Mom,
Sorry it's been so long since I've written to you but, as you know I haven't gone long since talking to you.
Well, so much has been going on lately. First of all Mary has not been feeling well, she had to have surgery on her left hand & wrist for carpal tunnel. Also, her whole left side is swollen, and the doctors have not figured out what it is yet.
Peggy is doing fine, although she is in so much pain everyday, and she is finally seeing the right doctors.
Now for the good news, you have your 1st great-great grand child, a boy. Kortney & Brian had their baby boy on October 16, @ 9:02 pm.
He weighed 6lbs 11oz, and his name is Stephen Brian Ambrose.
You also have a new great granddaughter named Aiva Anna Pitman, born to Johnny & Melanie on October 26 @4:14 am. She weighed in @ 8lbs 4oz.
Everyone seems to be doing fine, we all keep in touch and try to see each other as often as we can.
I Miss and Love you so much, it still hurts. But, I know you live in my heart and are with me forever.
The holidays are just around the corner. They will not be the same without you. Please help all of us get through them, and watch over us the way you do everyday.
Thanks for everything you've done for me in my life time Mom. You've made me the woman I am today and I'm proud to say that you are my Mom. I LOVE YOU FOREVER .
Love,
Kathy
Linda Brogan
September 7, 2007
Hi Mom,
It took me awhile to write to you but here it is, I want you to know you are missed and thought of very much everyday. I see stuff around my house that you bought me and I remember the other day i was watching Anne of Green Gables-remembered how you liked watching that series while you crocheted. Of all your kids I'm told I'm the one most like you. That's not bad considering you were loved by so many people. I know I do try to be kind and not judge people, just like you. I know you're in peace now, no more hurting.
Missing you everyday, forever in my heart. ~Love, Linda
Kathy
August 26, 2007
Hi Mom,
Came to visit you today, and to see your new stone (the veteran's one.) Everything looks nice, now the only thing to do is to get some more pretty flowers. I think we'll go with an artificial bouquet for now; that will withstand the upcoming winter. The other thing that will make it complete, is an eternal angel, near your flag. I'm going to pick that up within the next week.
WELL MOM, have to go for now but shall write again soon
ALL MY LOVE, NOW AND FOREVER. MISSING YOU SO MUCH IT STILL HURTS.
P.S.
Well, we have great news, as I'm sure you already know. Little Chloe Anna made her entrance into the world on Wed. Aug.22,2007 @4:50pm, 7lbs 8oz.
Congratulations,
Scotty and Jenny, we love you.
She gave her Grammy a very nice birthday present, herself.
She is also an honor to you Mom, with her middle name as Anna.
Well, I'll talk to you later, as you know I talk to you several times a day. I love you.
Michele
August 1, 2007
Thinking of you Ga. Always with love, & smiling! Missing you, too, but knowing you are watching over us. Love You!!
peg pitman
July 28, 2007
hi mom.
been awhile that i've wriotten,doesn't mean i don't think of you. i do very much. i miss you like crazy. don't do much of anything now. just wanted to say hello. and i love you
June 24, 2007
Hi Mom,
Well, it's been 4 months now. Even though I have the love and support of everyone, I still have such a hard time without you.
My heart aches everyday for you. But it helps me by the fact that I know you are in such a place of eternal love, happiness and no pain. God needed another angel so he called you home.
Although, not one of us have ever been perfect, and we all have our faults, YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN AN ANGEL IN MY EYES. NOW,YOU WILL BE MY FOREVER ANGEL.
THANK YOU MOM, I LOVE AND MISS YOU.
Peggy and I went to visit you yesterday, the grass has grown in and your kneeling flat stone is down. Now we are just waiting for your veterans flat stone to come in.
The flowers still look pretty, but I'd like to plant a few more.
Today is the day we chose to go through all of your things: pictures,yarn and all the other belongings you had. It's going to be a very hard day for us, but I know we'll get through it because, you are watching over all of us.
It's going to be all 8 children and some of the older grandchildren.
Finally, the other day, (Father's day) Johnny & Sandy told us that Danny & Lisa are expecting too.
So that makes 3 great-grandchildren
and 1 great-great-grandchild coming.
Well have to go for now Mom, talk to you soon on the computer that is; you know I have my daily conversations with you.
Love, Kathy
PEG PITMAN
June 19, 2007
HI MOM;
WELL IT'S JUST ME THE RABBIT: CAN'T BEGIN TO TELL HOW MUCH I MISS YOU; NEVER THOUGHT I COULD MISS SOME ONE SO MUCH. BACK IN 1982 I LOST MY BETS FRIEND AND I THOUGHT THAT HURT ALOT; BUT NOTHING LIKE MY TRUE BEST FRINED YOU. HAVING A HARD TIME, BUT LIKE ALL MY SISTER AND BROTHERS TELL ME I'M NOT ALONE, AND I KNOW THAT'S TRUE. BUT I ALSO KNOW THEY HAVE THERE OWN TO DEAL WITH. I MISS YOU MOM AND THINK OF YOU ALWAYS.
GLAD I TALK TO YOU;
LOVE YOU PEG
Kathy
June 17, 2007
Hi Mom,
Sorry I haven't written in awhile,
it's not that I haven't been thinking about you, because you are on my mind every second of every day.
I love and miss you now,
just as much as the day you were called away to your eternal home.
We went to see you on Mother's day, and some went on Memorial day. Now Father's day is here and I'm sitting here writing to you, mmm, seems funny. I should have been here on Mother's day. Either way, things still feel right for me, because you have always been both my MOM and DAD my entire life. I want to thank you for that.
Well, as you must already know the news, you have 2 new great granddaughters on the way, and both are HONORING YOU with their middle names of Anna.
You also have a new great-great grandchild on the way, isn't that exciting.
Well anyway Mom, have to go for now, but shall write again soon.
I love and miss you now, always and forever.
jan conant
May 13, 2007
hi ma, happy mother's day, i'll bet you were happy so many of us made it down to see you today. we are all doing fine, comforted by the fact that you are in a place with no pain, with family and friends at your side and you are keeping an eye on us, love jan
Michele
May 13, 2007
Happy Mother's Day, Ga! I just know your looking over us all. I Miss & Love You.
LYNN
May 9, 2007
This was sent to me by a friend, i shared it with Michele and we both found it comforting....so i'll share it with all. I know this is how GA would want us to feel...
Don’t think of her as gone away,
her journey’s just begun,
life holds so many facets
this earth is only one.
Just think of her as resting
from the sorrow and the tears
in a place of warmth and comfort,
where there are no days and years.
Think how she must be wishing
that we could know today
how nothing but our sadness
can really pass away.
And think of her as living
in the hearts of those she touched,
for nothing loved is ever lost,
and she was loved so much.
Michele
May 4, 2007
Ga,
Think of you lots. Missing you, sooo much! I Love You, Ga.
scott conant jr
April 16, 2007
hey ga i was thinking about you. i remember when you babysat me in merrimack plaza and i used to terrorize tommy and you used to call me a "little bugga". classic. i'll always be thinking of you ga. love scotty
Kathy
April 15, 2007
Hi Mom,
Just a note to say I love and miss you so much, but with each passing day it does get a little bit easier, knowing that you're at peace and without pain. Although my heart aches for you, especially with Easter just passing. I know each holiday will bring sadness, and they will never be the same without you. But I know we all must go on, just as you would want and expect us to.
All my love always and forever,
Kathy
Ed & Jo Lynch/Irish
March 29, 2007
To all of my cousins and families,
I didn't get a chance to see all of you after the funeral for Aunt Anna, but I want you all to know I have been thinking about all of you. I have many fond memories of Aunt Anna, especially when we would get into mischief and get caught. Joe you and I always get caught no matter how hard we tried not to. Your mother didn't miss a trick!! The funeral was a wonderful tribute to your mom. She was proud of her military service, and was buried with the dignity that she deserved. Jo says that even though she never met your mom, that she knows she would have enjoyed spending time with her. That she sounded like a woman with lots of spunk and so much love to share. Again, I'm sorry that I wasn't able to see all of you and share stories about your mom. Let's keep in touch. Keeping all of you close in thought.
Love Ed & Jo
Lynn Ann Broganheimer
March 20, 2007
It was a double funeral
Because a part of me died
Along with you.....
MISS YOU GA. You were my mentor. My inspiration. The one person that never looked down upon me...and my bad influence ;-) heehe.
My world is empty without ya. :(
March 18, 2007
Hi Ga,
You would be so proud of all of us, for how much our family has supported each other. I am so very proud! We have a wonderful family!
..& extended famlily. Aunt Isabel's kids have been around lots. And the Conant side of the family has bee a temendous support ! Anyhow, Ga, I miss you. Could always tell my Ga, anything. I still don't get, the people who say you were tough. I remember sleeping in your bed with you til I was....too old!& you kicking my grandfather out of bed, because I said he was "squishing" me! I think I just loved you,wanted you all to myslef!
Anyhow, I truly miss you! I love you, as much as my own kids!
Mary Pitman
March 16, 2007
To my sisters, brothers, two brothers-in-law and sister-in-law:
Thank you for being there for me when I finally broke down. We all need one another always, and we all have to work very hard to keep this family of ours together and strong. I know that I need all of you to keep strong because without all of you my strength is no good, it was more or less lost to me after taking care of Ma. You all know that I hold everything in, always. So I know I need all of you. Love, Mary
Mary Pitman
March 16, 2007
Johnny, Mel and Andrew, Ga heard your news about the baby that last night and she would be so happy as she was always happy about news like that. She loved all of her grandkids and great- grandkids, always. I also want to thank you, Johnny and Mel for you strong support of me during the hard time I had afterwards and want you to know that I continue to need that to be strong again. Love, Ma
Mary Pitman
March 16, 2007
Linda, Because of your strength and being there with me to pack Ma's things like you did, I was able to get through it. Thank you, Love Mary
Mary Pitman
March 16, 2007
To Ga's grandkids and great-grand-kids :
All of you are the future of this family and Ga loved each of you. Each of you have to be there for each other and keep pulling together and be strong for to keep this famliy together, always. Don't forget your old aunts and uncles. Love Aunt Mary/Grammy
Mary Pitman
March 16, 2007
Ma, Because of your love and trust in me, I was able to stay strong and be stubborn as always and not break down. I was able to keep the promise I made to you, to take you home and care for you there like you wanted so that you were in your own surroundings, with all of your family there with you always. The end was rough on all of us, mostly you but you did us all proud. When it was finally over, all of your pain and suffering were gone. You were one tough lady and you gave it your best which I hope all of your kids and grandkids always do the same, give it their best always. I love you and will miss you always. Love Mary
Kathy Brogan
March 14, 2007
Mom,
I can feel your presence with me every day, as I did during my surgeries last week and this week. I knew that you'd be watching over me, for you are my guardian angel. Just as you are the angel on the shoulders of all your children, grandchildren, and all those who knew and loved you Mom.
I still miss you every second of every day but I also know you are in a better place now, where you are no longer in any pain, there's no suffering and your life is nothing but endless love, ease and happiness. God knows, you deserve it, finally. I'm so happy for you but selfishly sad for myself and the rest of our family.
You are sadly missed, until we meet at the crossroads Mom. I LOVE YOU, NOW & FOREVER.
Kathy
Ruthy and Daniel Bouchard
March 12, 2007
"GA"
Mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, sister, friend, loved-one. These are the words you hear most when anyone speaks
of Anna (or "GA") as you would more often hear.
As I looked around the room at all of Ga's family and her extended family of friends, I can only remember thinking; "What a great group of people. All beginning with a GREAT LADY!" I just couldn't help feeling grateful and a little proud for the privilege of having known such a wonderful lady.
Daniel was sorry he could not be there but he wanted me to convey his sorrows and let you all know he's thinking and praying for all of you, especially Peg, Kathy, Eugene, Billy, Michelle, and her girls.
Thank you all for accepting and allowing Daniel and I into your warm and loving family.
me & my Ga.....Love her so much!
March 11, 2007
Michele (Trigones) Donovan
March 11, 2007
Hi Ga....
I know that I am lucky to have had you all of these years. But, I am so sad, to have to do the rest of my life without you. You have always made me feel so special. For now, goodnight.
PEG PITMAN
March 11, 2007
TO MY SISTERS, BROTHERS,NIECES AND NEPHEWS;
AS WE STOOD OVER MOM'S BEDSIDE PRAYING, MAKING HER KNOWN HOW MUCH SHE WAS LOVED; SHOWING EACH OTHER HOW MUCH WE LOVED ONE ANOTHER.
MAKING MA PROUD OF HOW WELL WE WERE BROUGHT UP, AND THE LOVE SHE SHOWED US AND ALL OUR FRIENDS.
I CAN SEE HOW MUCH LOVE WAS IN THE ROOM. AS HARD AS IT WAS WATCHING, ITWAS ALOT EASIER WITH YOU ALL THERE, WE ARE STRONG AS A FAMILY AND ALWAYS PULL TOGETHER THROUGH THICK AND THIN. AS OUR HEARTS WERE BREAKING THOSE LAST FEW HOURS OUR LOVE WAS GROWING.
AND TO MARY AND KATHY LORD KNOWS WHERE MA WOULD OF BEEN WITHOUT THE TWO OF YOU THANKYOU FOR BEING SO STRONG. I KNOW MOM IS PROUD OF WHAT SHE DONE AS A MOM...
I LOVE YOU ALL PEG
Lynn Brogan
March 10, 2007
For every candle I blow out
Every birthday wish I get
I want you to know that you,my GA
I never will forget.
So on each birthday that i celebrate
A tear will roll from my eye
But I will raise my glass straight up
And toast it at the sky
It means a year has passed dear GA
And yes am okay
For I believe in heaven
That we will meet someday
Cause You’re gone yet not forgot,
Just forever in my heart....
diane hernandez ( foley)
March 4, 2007
"to the whole family" im going to miss your mom she was alot of fun on walker st and broadway she was always there with us she was a fighter to the end GA rest in peace and will miss you dearly love ya diane
John, Sandra Pitman
March 2, 2007
We all knew and Loved you,
in our own way.
You will be missed,
and we hope you're resting peacefully today.
Your picture will always be
right there on the wall.
We will always see you,
when we walk through the hall.
You're in our hearts forever.
Love Johnny, Sandy and Family
CATHERINE HUGLI
March 2, 2007
GA,AS A CHILD YOU WERE MY SECOND MOM. AS A TEENAGER YOU WERE MY TEACHER, MY HOME, AND FRIEND. I LOVED YOU TO PIECES. TO KATHY AND FAMILY MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. AND HEAVEN IS EVEN MORE BEAUTIFUL NOW THAT GA IS THERE. CALL ME ANYTIME YOU ARE ALL IN MY HEART.
I LOVE YOU,
CATHERINE BEAUREGARD' HUGLI
Tracy Lessieur
March 2, 2007
Lynn,
I am really sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am truly sorry.
Tracy Lessieur
Michelle, Emily, Cyndell
March 1, 2007
Kathy and Family,
My thought and prayers are with all of you.I have a favorite poem I heard once I would like to share.
God looked around his garden and found an emty space.
He then looked down upon the earth and saw your tired face.
He then put his arms around you and lifted you to rest.
For Gods garden must be beautiful for he only takes the BEST!
Kathy Gagne
March 1, 2007
Charlene and family. I hope that you are able to get through this time a little easier by knowing you are now being watched over by an angel. You are all in my prayers at this time.
Doug and Lisa Foley
March 1, 2007
Johnny and Family, You are not alone. Your MOM is resting now and at peace. You need anything, let us know. Love Ya Dougy, Lisa and the kids.
Kathy Brogan
March 1, 2007
To all of my sisters, brothers, nieces & nephews.
Thank you, I don't know what I'd do without right now. My heart is with each of you and forever will be. I LOVE YOU, and I am here anytime, just a phone call away.
Love,
Kathy
Vincent M. Reynolds
February 28, 2007
To all my cousins and your families, I so sorry that I can not make it down to share the day with you tomorrow. It just isn't working out that I can be there. Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers tomorrow and the days to come. Love to all, Pat Reynolds
bryant shaw
February 28, 2007
GA,
YOU MUST HAVE BEEN AN ANGLE BECAUSE GOD NEEDED YOU BY HIS SIDE.
R.I.P
PEG PITMAN
February 28, 2007
MOM,
IT'S VERY STRANGE TO WALK THROUGH THE DOOR AND NOT SEE YOU IN YOUR CHAIR. YOU WERE MY BEST FRIEND AND MY ROCK. I'LL MISS YOU DEARLY.
I LOVE YOU PEGGY (RABBIT)
Janice Conant
February 28, 2007
Ma, through the grace of God, you live on through us, your family. You can look down upon us and know that we are your legacy and we'll do you proud. love, Janice
JOHN PITMAN
February 28, 2007
GA,
I'LL NEVER FORGET YOUR SMILE WHEN YOU HELD ANDREW.I KNOW YOUR ENJOING HOLD YOUR LITTLE "BATIE-BO" MARY UNA.
ALL MY LOVE
JOHNNY
February 28, 2007
Dear Peg and Family,
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
-Jen-
Eugene Brogan
February 28, 2007
dear ga i will always love and miss you,hope to see you again someday
bye,i love you
gone but not forgotten
rest in peace ga
Billy Lyons
February 28, 2007
Dear Mom,
You welcomed me into the family 10 years ago with open arms and no questions asked. Now, you are going into the house of God and he is going to welcome you the same way take care, thank you and I LOVE YOU.
Kathy Brogan
February 28, 2007
Mom,
My guiding light, best friend and to me the most important part of life, I LOVE YOU. You will be forever be in my heart and the angel on my shoulders.
Love Forever,
Kathy
Bill Conant
February 28, 2007
Going to miss you Ga. Have fun up there. Tell Nana "Hi" and enjoy your cake together!
Love and miss you always
-William-
February 27, 2007
Danny & family, We are sorry for your loss.
God bless all of you at this difficult time.
Randy & Dawn Bibeau
Sherry Williams
February 27, 2007
Dearest Kathy, Eugene,and Billy;
I find it during times like this, how hard is it to find the right words. The comfort of God promises and the memories of your mothers life will help you during your difficult time. Our love and prayers are with you always.Our only regret is that were not there in-person to give you that hug you need. We'll see you soon and May God Bless.
Love,
Mom,Sherry, Dennis, Ariel,Shalonda,Arianna
Georgette Loftus
February 27, 2007
Jan, Scott & family,
I'm deeply sorry over your loss, I did not know your Mom, but I do know what you will be going through. My prayers are with you .
Georgette Loftus
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