Carol Pitt
August 11, 1947 - March 1, 2013

"Arnie. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time of sadness. God Bless."

"Arnie, you have my deepest sympathy to you and your family."

"Our sincere sorrow,Arnie, to you and your family on the loss of your wife. May God comfort you at this time. "

"Dear Carol, All day I've been sitting in your chair, the same chair that you died in. Last night I feel asleep there, with the tiger blanket that Arnie said they took you away in. Today I wore your coat. I drove your car, and even got into places with your old ID. Yesterday when I packed to come, I brought some dressy shoes for your visitation. Today I realized they didn't match, both for the left. Arnie let me try on your shoes, and we found a pair that fit. He gave me some of your T-shirts. I took a shower in your shower, used your soap, and your shampoo, dried off with your towels, even used your toothbrush and your face cream. I wanted to smell you. People used to say that we were sisters. Mary brought over pictures of our trips to Europe. I saw you as the spirit I've always admired, and I sat crying with such joy and sadness. I could never get enough of you. I know you had to go. I feel so fortunate to have had those two weeks with you in August. I understand, though I wish you were still here. I love you so much."

"Arnie, You have my deepest sympathy during this time of sadness and grief. If you ever need someone to talk to, or if you need anything at all don't hesitate to give me a call. "

"All the wonderful memories! Thank you Carol Heller for talking Carol and Leah into joining our pretty average softball team back in 1976. My, oh my, we sure had fun and were pretty darn good, too. Especially having the ace pitcher that we had in Carol. Before we knew it we were playing volleyball and bowling together, not to mention all the games of sheepshead, trips to Joe Rohr's, awesome tailgating and Packer games. Carol and I also became golfing buddies, but because Carol had to have the course to herself, we usually hit the links before the courses opened and the dew was off the grass. Carol was a very good golfer and it was something that she really missed after she got breast cancer. Once after a golf outing we were chatting and I mentioned that going to Europe was on my bucket list. Well, we ended up making over 25 trips before we lost count. I could write a book about all of our trips. I must admit though, that going 90 mph on the autobahn made me a bit nervous, but Carol loved it. Oh, how she loved the Bavarian and Austrian Alps! Carol was the most generous person I have ever known. She was always doing what she could for others. Making her famous chocolates and chocolate chip cookies for her friends, family, and co-workers, cooking for any occasion, packing snack bags for my niece Kristen's students who missed the morning free breakfast at school, and making hundreds of sandwiches for St. John's Homeless Shelter. These are just a couple examples of her generosity. Carol was very brave when cancer struck her 5 years ago. We had a scheduled trip to Europe right after her 1st chemo session and she insisted on going. While there her hair fell out in handfuls and she never complained or felt sorry for herself. Her greatest love in life was her beloved husband Arnie. I was with her when she found out her cancer had returned last spring. I'll never forget how she ran into Arnie's arms and wept softly. She brought so much joy to my life and I will miss her dearly. All her pain is gone now and we must all find a way to cope with ours. My deepest sympathy to Arnie, Kim, Kelly, relatives and friends. Auf Weidersehen, my friend. "

"Carol was a very sweet and generous person. Her wonderful sense of humor and kindness was what stayed with me the most. I now know that she loved my music and played it often at the office and while driving. May the music of the angels accompany you to your journey to God my friend. I will never forget the wonderful time we had at your lovely home in Green Bay, especially the kayaking day and playing the piano for your friends. Sincere condolences to Arnie, Kim, and all her family and friends. Christos Tsitsaros"

"Carol was my best friend for over 50 years. I reminded her of that a couple months back when she was not feeling well. We had a good laugh. Where did that time go? We did so many things together. Played a lot of softball,volleyball and bowled together and we were really good. I remember going to the Packer games with Mary, Kathryn, Carol and myself. We had a blast. We went to all the games when the Packers won the Superbowl back in 1986-87. Rain or snow we were there. Now my friend, rest in peace. No pain for you anymore. Know that I love you as I always told you. I will miss you and someday we will meet in the great softball field in the sky. We will watch over Arnie as you would have liked us to. Love you and miss you. Rest in Peace, my friend. Love Leah"

"I have many great memories of Carol. She always gave you her undivded attention, and she always made you feel like you were the only person in the room when you needed someone to listen. Carol is my sister, Mary's best friend. They went on trips together and drove to Brewer Baseball Games, just to name a few of their exciting times together! Carol, the Heavens have another Angel now that you are there. And your kitty-cats have their mama home with them again. God Bless you and your family. Karen "

"Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to you, Arnie. Carol was a special lady, with qualities of patience and kindness, we feel blessed to have known her. May her memory grant comfort to all who have been graced by having known her. "

"I will miss you my dear friend. I have been blessed to have you in my life. We were the lucky 7-11, both Leos and somehow connected souls. You were a generous friend and always willing to share. As my kayaking buddy, you loved this river as much as I do. I will think of you each time I travel down this river forever. I wish you sunshine on your shoulders as you travel to the great beyond. When I look up to the mountains I will think of you, sitting on some mountaintop, having a good laugh at all of us. You always found humor in things...except your love for Arnie. That was no laughing matter. There was the tenderness in your voice when you said his name or the love in your eyes when he walked into the room. Yes, my friend, your love was special. You were special. And special to me. I will miss you so. "

"Thanks for the memories, Carol! School is a time of memories galore for teens. But I have a couple that always stood out from the homecomings, proms, etc. Carol was one of a number of girls who worked in Chicago for summer jobs as nannies. We took the loop to the Ravina and saw the stage play Oklahoma and took many trips with our kids to the beach. Carol and another girl ate some bad pizza and became dangerously ill, but thankfully recovered. One summer, I spent an overnight with Carol on the farm. Carols parents were out of town and she introduced me to peppermint schnaps! I have never again let peppermint schnaps touch my lips! I do remember that there were vines growing over the brick of the house, up to her bedroom window. I remember this because I spent most of the night leaning out the window looking at them as I regretted the schnaps! The next nice, warm sunny day, she took me out on the tractor for hours...I believe it was "crimping" the field. I'll never forget! Carol was an outstanding athlete, before girls had a venue to shine. There is no sport she couldn't excel in. She loved being a competitor. I have no doubt that there wasn't a buy who would have loved to have her shoots hoops for their team, because she could shoot them! We stayed in touch during the early, out of school years. Carol took me skiing ( downhill ) for the first time in my life. It obviously wasn't her first time. She taught me well, until the last run of the day. I fell, bindings did not let loose, wrecked my knee and ankle, left her to help me. We tried things to ease my pain..thinking it would just go away. Old fashions didn't work..tried a few other things, had to resort to medical help! None the less, it is a very fond memory. Carol tried to teach me how to play tennis. That didn't go real well for me either, but it sure is a fun memory. In recent months, Carol was telling me how good she was in ping pong. Inwardly, I found myself thinking that she might tell me she had a table in her basement. Then she could challenge me to a match and whoop me again...she was good a t that. Today I wish I had the chance to let her whoop me again! Over the years we lost contact. But, I always wondered about Carol and missed her. Last fall Carol came to a Grannies luncheon that has become a semi-annual event with some high school friends. I was thrilled to see her and be back in touch. Carol and her dear friend, Mary, came to Neenah before Christmas. She brought me a plate of her home made chocolates. I can still taste them! YUM! It was such a fun lunch, some catching up and stories of their trips to Europe. Lots of laughs too! Carol called me three or four weeks ago, one evening. We were talking about places to go for our next lunch. She was feeling good and feeling positive. She even mentioned Amsterdam and what a great place it is to visit. I almost felt she was thinking she could go again. We didn't make the next lunch. But I am feeling blessed by having had the reconnection we did. Yes, Carol is a free spirit! And her spirit will always be part of my fondest memories! Arnie, Carol was so blessed to have you be the man in her life. I hope your memories keep your heart full. You were a team! I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sending my deepest sympathy; Rest In Peace, Carol Your friend, Jane "