Eva Collins
Sep 24, 1934 - Oct 15, 2025
Beatrice Pitts
Jul 07, 1949 - Oct 14, 2025
Beatrice Pitts of Rochester, New York passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025 at the age of 76. In her final weeks and days Beatrice was surrounded by family and friends. She was the second youngest of eight children born to George Washington Pitts, Sr. and Annie Pearl Pitts. In December of 1968 Beatrice started her career path at St. Mary's Hospital. She was a switch board operator for most of her years there. After nearly 45 years of service Beatrice decided to retire in March of 2013 to take care of her ailing mother. Although Beatrice had no children of her own, she had a big family: seven siblings and a host of nephews, nieces, great-nieces, great- nephews, and extended family members. Beatrice enjoyed family gatherings. On holidays she would be in the kitchen preparing dinner with her mother and sister, Mary Anne, listening to music and singing. Family meant the most to Beatrice; she believed no matter what the circumstances, we should talk and make amends. Beatrice was preceded in death by: her mother, Annie Pearl Pitts; father, George Washington Pitts Sr.; brothers: Alton Pitts, George Washington Pitts Jr., David (Carol) Pitts, and Bruce Pitts; sisters, Nancy Pitts and Mary Anne (Wesley) Graham, and also her niece, Salome Washington. Beatrice leaves to cherish her memory: her brother, Eddie Jay (Renee) Pitts Sr.; sister-in-law, Yolanda Pitts; host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Although Beatrice is no longer with us, there is no doubt she will surely be missed. She left a huge impact on innumerable people. She will be remembered as "the cool" aunt, sister, and mother she was.
Nathaniel Gill
Mar 25, 1954 - Oct 09, 2025
Nathaniel Angel Gill, Sr. was born to the union of Steve and Jesse Mae Gill on March 25, 1954. Affectionately known as Charlie. In 1986, he was united in marriage to Victoria in Rochester, New York. Their union was blessed with five children. Nate was a hard-working man that was dedicated to his family. There are many fond memories of his antics, funny stories, and loving guidance that he leaves to cherish with his wife, children, grandchildren and great granddaughter. He was predeceased by his parents; grandchildren Lyndon, Magix and Chaseyon; sisters Vernette Troutman and Lee Vearn Gill; brothers Gregory Granell, Sammie Lee, Warren Gee and Lonie Earl Gill. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife Victoria; his children, Natalie Monique Blair, Latoria Deniece Gill, Jessica Bianca Gill, Nathaniel Angel Gill II and Victor Lee Gill. Grandchildren, Darius Blair, Le’Aja Odum, Zechariah Blair, Levi Lowry, Nehamiah Blair and Victoria Sanaa Gill and great granddaughter, Kah’lanni Odum. Siblings, James (Priscilla) Gill of Deltona, FL, Charles Gill of Cleveland, MS, Fannie Lou (Henry) Taylor of Memphis, TN, Sandra Gill-Smith of Sumter, SC and Larry Gill and Darrayl Gill, both of Rochester, New York. He also leaves a host of nephews, nieces, brothers-in-laws, sisters-in-laws, cousins and friends.
Kevin Holley
Jan 13, 1957 - Oct 09, 2025
Kevin Scott Holley was born January 13,1957 in Rochester to the late Mr. William (Beatrice) Holley Kevin attended Madison high school he had a passion for sports he was a die-hard bills fan Kevin was very bold and outspoken, he loved his German shepherd "Joe" Kevin was not afraid of anything growing up he was the protector of the family, he was very well known by many but called few his friend, in the words of "DeeDee" "he was the uncle of Cady St." Kevin had many jobs he was a manager at KFC he worked at Louis fish gold and Rochester puzzle factory. Growing up with Kevin when our parents or grandparents were gone Kevin stepped up as the man of the house especially on grandpa's bingo nights. Kevin made sure every summer he got that fire hydrant open for everyone to have fun. KEVIN SCOTT HOLLEY DEPARTED THIS LIFE 10/9/25 He is predeceased by both his parents William (Buster) and Beatrice Holley his brothers William (Bro) Holley, and his sister Donna Holley His memories will forever be cherished by his daughters Mrs.Nabeela (Nabee) Muhammad and jasmine banks His nine grandchildren Shaquana (James) Wiggins Shakeela (Deanthony) Balkum Nabee(Khadijah)Muhammad Jibreel (Brianna)Muhammad Sabur(Aba)Muhammad, Ahmad, Khamariah, Nisa,Nafi Muhammad and 22 great grandchildren. His brothers Leonard Holley, Sydney Holley, Edward Holley His sisters Sheila Holley, Darlene Holley, Alicia Holley