On November 24, 2019, Mrs. Laura Garrett Pitts did something
extraordinary. The next day, she would
achieve a remarkable milestone birthday, but on this day, she was an active
participant in a festive event celebrating her 110th lap around the
sun.
Family, friends, and clergy came to shower her with loving
tributes and birthday wishes. They were joined by local news media, local,
state, and federal government officials to create an unforgettable, joyful
occasion. Among the lingering memories, a delightful vocal duet performance of
“The Lord’s Prayer” featured the birthday girl. Cake, candles, and such cast
the superficial aura of an extraordinary birthday party, but on a deeper level,
it was truly a
celebration of life, with the celebrant fully present to
participate and enjoy.
Mrs. Pitts was born on November 25, 1909 to Walter and Betty
Jackson Garrett in Faunsdale, Alabama. As a young child she moved with her
family to Birmingham, where she resided for the rest of her life.
Mrs. Pitts was devoted to her faith and was an active member
of Ephesus and South Park Seventh-Day Adventist churches for 78 years.
Mild mannered, caring, and sweet spirited, she remained
alert, sassy and exceptionally fashionable for life.
"Precious Memories" She was preceded in
death by her husband, James Fulton Pitts, Sr., daughter, Winona Beatrice Pitts
Thompson, son, James Fulton Pitts, Jr and grandson, Michael Pitts. She leaves
to cherish her memory a loving granddaughter, Jan Billingslea (Morris)
Bluffton, SC, granddaughter, Patricia Scruggs, Detroit, MI, a special cousin,
Gwendolyn Swoope (William) Kansas City, MO, and numerous cousins and friends.
“
There is a place of quiet
rest, near to the heart of God”
Graveside Service will be held Thursday, July 30th at 12 p.m., New Grace Hill Cemetery, 1931 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Birmingham,
AL 35211. Presiding: Pastor Michael Lewis, South Park Seventh Day Adventist
Church.
Memorial donations may be sent to South Park Seventh Day
Adventist Church, 414 S Park Rd SW, Birmingham, AL 35211.
Professional Arrangements by W.E Lusain Funeral Home, Birmingham, AL.
Service will be live streamed on
www.lusain.com 
