James A. Pitts, 73, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Wednesday, March 15, 2017.
Born in Panama City, FL to Beatrice Stewart Pitts & James Roy Pitts on April 23, 1943. He is survived by
his wife Lenora Barone Pitts of Altamonte Springs, FL, Son, James A (April) Pitts Jr, of Lutz, FL.
Brothers Ronnie (Linda) Pitts of Havana, FL, Duane (Sharon) Pitts of Longwood, FL, sister Gloria (Bo) Pitts Bemis of Tallahassee, FL
Step daughters, Jill Mickelson, Deanna Todd, both from Altamonte Springs, Fl., Catia Juliana of Eugene, OR, Kristen Juliana, Syracuse, NY and Melinda Juliana, Fairbanks, AK, (12) grandchildren, (4) great Grandchildren, aunts, uncle, nieces, nephews and many caring friends.
At the age of eighteen, Jim entered the US Navy and served on Aircraft Carrier, The USS Enterprise in the Mediterranean and during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He worked at Morton Electric, Inc. for 40 Years and was proudly involved in the wiring of numerous building projects in the Central Florida area. After Jim’s retirement, he was active in the community as a volunteer for the Orlando Philharmonic and an active member of Church In The Son, Orlando, FL.
Jim & Lenora also enjoyed camping, traveling and cruising in his retirement years. He lived his life to the fullest and was loved & will be missed by many.
Arrangements by Loomis Family Funeral Home, 420 W Main Street, Apopka, FL. 32712. There will be a private viewing for the family at 10:00 am at Church in the Son, 4484 N John Young Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32804, followed by a Celebration of Life for all at 11:00 am
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made, in his honor, to Church In The Son, Orlando or The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra.
Service
Funeral Service
Loomis Funeral Home Chapel
420 West Main Street Apopka 32712
11:00:00
Helen Pitts Hankins says
We will miss Alvin (which is what I called him from the day he was born), but I know that our loss is Heaven’s gain. He was a loving nephew, and a treasured member of our family. My sympathies to all who loved him.
Duane & Sharon Pitts says
Jim was respected by many, but I think loved by more. He was a beloved brother that we
laughed with, loved & shared many wonderful times with. We will miss him , but have a
treasured chest of memories, that will live on in our hearts!
So proud Jim chose to move to Orlando, 46 years ago to work for & with Duane, & be an
active part of our lives.
We are very sorry to lose him, but know he is not suffering and at peace.
Our prayers are with Lenora for her loss and wish her love & peace.
Love you ,
Sharon & Duane
Gloria Pitts-Bemis says
Jim, in the last few days I have learned more about your quiet, selfless acts than I ever knew in my last 48 years. From providing me with my first dress coming home from the hospital to getting dad to buy and put up the swing set that was loved by me and dad’s grandkids–it was all you, taking no credit for the good you have done. I know you are having a great time with dad, uncle Gus, Bess and Bea. You are a testimony to God’s grace and love, and I know beyond a shadow of a doubt that I will see you again someday. I love you Jim.
Linda Hegen says
Lenore,
I was so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. The few times I met him , he was a lot of fun and fit right in with your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Please accept my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Love Linda
Ronnie & Linda Pitts says
You are in our hearts forever and will be missed more than words can say. We had some great times. RIP my brother.
Evone & Wendell Hacker says
A sweet and gentle spirit…..you’ve gone on before us, but will neverbe forgotten. Speaking “peace” in the midst of Lenora’s storm. Weeping may endure for the night but joy comes in the morning
Linda and Len Barone says
We were addened to hear of the loss of our brother in law. He was a great man with a great smile. He will be sadly missed by all.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you all
R.i.P Jim
We
Expression of Sympathy says
An ELEGANCE AND SIMPLICITY STANDING SPRAY was ordered on March 25, 2017
Expression of Sympathy says
A GRANDMOTHER’S GARDEN REMEMBERED was ordered on March 25, 2017
Expression of Sympathy says
A TABLE BASKET was ordered on March 28, 2017
Expression of Sympathy says
A GRANDMA’S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was ordered on March 29, 2017
Jill & Tony Barone says
We come from Lenoras side, a rather large Italian family, loud and animated. We all have something to say and sometimes all at the same time.
About 15 years ago, Lenora introduced us to Jim at a family gathering. Must have been very difficult for Jimbo, a man of few words, and he was soft spoken when he did speak.
But over the years we got to know each other. He always greeted us with a big friendly smile. He didnt have to say a lot.
We found Jim to be friendly, gentle and very caring. And he soon became a definitive part of our family.
Life is not always easy, especially when we become more mature and in imperfect health. Jim handled the situation well with his natural grace. He did not complain or talk about it. I asked him once recently how he was doing, and he matter of factly said, It is just the way it is.
The storm is over and now our friend has smooth sailing.
The Barone clan respects you, Jim, and considers you a brother well,a little more than a brother, and we all miss you.
Luvzya, Tony
By the way
Being greeted by Jims smile and hug would lighten my spirits. He is such a beautiful soul.
You know sometimes when you talk to someone, you feel like He gets it. I feel that about Jim. He gets whats important about living.
I think having been raised in a British-Canadian family culture is where I learned, and fortunately was able to unlearn, the mistaken belief that it was impolite to be honest and direct with people. That erroneous belief was such a pain because it constantly required the exhausting mental energy of having to second guess what a family member was really asking or really saying. So for me, Jims direct approach and honesty would lighten my spirit every time we came to visit.
Just being himself in his happiness, caring for others, his love of animals and his love for harmonious life, unbeknown to Jim, would remind me of what is truly important at the core of living.
Yesterday, we walked into Lenora & Jims home and I felt the void of Jim not being there in his physical presence.
Jimbo, thanks so much Love ya, Jill