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Athena Pitts August 1, 1940 - March 11, 2020

Passed peacefully away at the Dr. G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital Clarenville on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 Athena Pitts of Canning’s Cove, aged 79 years.  Predeceased by her parents Clyde and Mildred Adams; brother Winston Adams; brother in law George Strong. Left with fond and loving memories her husband Oliver Pitts of 58 years; children Roxanne Howse (Derrick), Judy Stead, Vivian Pitts (Jeff), James (Cindy), Jeanette Harris; grandchildren Tanya Terry (Ken), Sheldon Howse (Tammy), Shannon Howse (Lesley), Samantha Pardy (Jeremy), Paul Pitts, Amber Close, Cole Pitts, Nathan Howse; great grandchildren Evan Terry, Gracie Terry, Paige Howse, Amber Howse, Zachary Pardy and Joseph Terry; sisters Geraldine Mercer (Gordon), Phyllis Strong; brother Austin (Carol), William (Arlene), Lindsey (Daphne); sister in law Wendy Adams; special friends Pat (Mike); homecare workers Crystal Holloway and Lori Hicks; and a large circle of family and friends. At her request, cremation is to take place and a private family service to take place at a later date.

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    Robyn Keel (Oakley) says

    My heart goes out to Aunt Teen’s family. She was a great woman. I remember her always having a smile on her face. Keep your memories of her close. I’m thinking of you all and I’ll be sending heart healing thoughts.

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    Shawn Chatman says

    To the Pitts family,
    My condolences to the family and deepest sympathy,.

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    Linda and Albert Waye says

    Sorry to hear of the passing of your mom.thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sadness.

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    Madonna Stoyles says

    My condolences to the Pitts family. I have only known Teen for a couple of years but I grew to love her as she was such a lovely lady. May she Rest In Peace.

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    Jessie Tarasuk says

    So sorry to hear, may God give you all the strength that you need to get through the difficult days ahead.. Cherish all the good memories that you have of her and may God bless you all. Love and hugs.

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    Kitty Keats says

    I had the pleasure off working with Teen some years ago, she was always very Pleasent lady, lots of laughs for sure. It was then I found out that her Dad (Clyde Adams) was the brother of my Grandfather (Cecil Adams). My mom (IsabelleAdams).
    So it is with great saddest to hear of her passing. May God Bless each and everyone of the family and friends have great memories of Teen. RIP Beautiful Lady.

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    Boyd and Marilyn says

    Sending our deepest Sympathy to Oliver and all the family. God Bless you all. Keep your memories I am sure there are lots. RIP Teena.

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    Oliver Stringer says

    I am so sorry for your loss. I am in Fort McMurray but my heart is with Oliver and all of your wonderful family. I pray that time will heal your loss and that you will enjoy all the wonderful memories you made together as a loving family. God bless you all in this time of sorrow.

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    Kay & Eugene Stead says

    Our condolences to all the family. RIP Teen.

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    Wendy Adams says

    So sorry to hear of Teen’s passing.Will cherish our too infrequent visits. Fond memories of a kind generous loving soul.My thoughts are with you. May God bless you all

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