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Agnes "Nan" Witto, 96

12/31/2022

STAMFORD, Vt. — Agnes Creighton “Nan” (Ross) Witto, 96 of Stamford, VT died on Saturday December 31, 2022 at Crescent Manor Nursing Home in Bennington.

She was born in Greenock, Scotland on October 15, 1926, a daughter of William Marsden Ross and Catherine “Kate” (Connell) Ross. She came to the United States as a child and attended North Adams Schools, graduating from Drury High School. Nan graduated from North Adams State College with a bachelor’s degree in Education. She later received her master’s degree in Special Education from Westfield State College.

Nan worked as an elementary school teacher in Florida, Savoy, Clarksburg, Monroe and Stamford Schools for many years. She was a devoted member of the Stamford Community Church and was also a member of the Daughters of Scotia. Nan was a gifted singer and was the soprano/soloist at the First Congregational Church of North Adams for many years. She was also a member of the Heptones and the North Adams Kilty Band. Nan enjoyed riding around in her convertible and also enjoyed swimming, arts and crafts, and reading. Above all, her faith was important to her and she loved the Lord.

Agnes was the widow of Arnold Roy Witto who died on October 30, 1980. They were married on June 26, 1948. Agnes leaves her daughters, Cathy-Ann Witto Chapman of Adams, MA and Heather-Lynn Witto Tietgens (John) of Stamford, Vt. She also leaves six grandchildren, Elizabeth Ann Chapman, Katelynn Witto Miner (Jesse), Jessica Ann Langenback (Jason), John Christian Tietgens III (Cat), Jacob Arnold Tietgens, and Jillian Ellen Tietgens; 9 great grandchildren- Pedro, Jeremiah, Lillian, Samuel, Jase, Josie, June, Jamie and Jade and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her son, Arnold Ross Witto who died on August 11, 1975 and a sister, Margaret Leckie Ross Walker.

FUNERAL NOTICE: A funeral to celebrate the life of Nan Witto will be on Monday, January 9, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Stamford Community Church. Burial will be in the spring in Clarksburg Cemetery. Calling hours will be on Sunday, January 8, 2023 from 5:30-7:00 PM at the Flynn & Dagnoli Funeral Homes- WEST CHAPEL 521 West Main St. North Adams, MA 01247. Donations may be made to Cathy Chapman to go directly to the purchase of an Art Cart (with a dedication plaque in memory of Nan) and art supplies to be enjoyed by her friends, the residents of Crescent Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Bennington, VT. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com

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We are so sorry for your family s loss.
from: Bob & Claire Wilson	on: 01-11-2023

I'm so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was very helpful to me and my sister during a difficult transitional time in our lives. Her act of kindness has never left me. She was a bright light during dark days. May her light continue to shine and help you in your time of grief.
from: Jann McDonough	on: 01-10-2023

To Mrs. Witto's entire family, Growing up in Clarksburg I knew Mrs. Witto. She was always cheerful and never had a cross word. She was one of the nicest people I ever knew. I'm very sorry for your loss.
from: Pam (Richards) Kidder	on: 01-07-2023

Auntie Nan…my other mother.?? Cathy and Heather, I am so sorry for your loss. It’s really hard to think of a favorite memory. Sleep overs, after school…it’s hard to think of just one favorite memory. I’m remembering parties at your house and Auntie Nan’s Scottish brogue getting thicker as the night went on. We are all better people because of knowing Auntie Nan. ??
from: Suzie Patterson	on: 01-07-2023

So very sorry for your loss. I taught with Nan at Gabriel Abbott many years ago. She always had a smile on her face and a song in her heart. Bless her.
from: Deborah Peirce	on: 01-05-2023

Mrs. Witto was my kindergarten and first grade teacher at Gabriel Abbott Elementary in Florida. I remember her as kind, warm, and she made me love learning. I still remember her fancy convertible!
from: Erica May	on: 01-05-2023

Remember Nan well from choir days with Ralph Domin in the NA Congregational Church. She had a beautiful singing voice and sang the soprano solos. As I moved from Childrens Choir to High School Choir, then to Senior Choir she was always there and her children sang with mine in the lower choirs. Lovely, cheerful, smiling presence.
from: Jane Betti	on: 01-05-2023

Heather and Family, our deepest sympathys to you all. Your Mom was a special pre-school teacher! Our girls loved her! Thinking of you all. Jeff & Heather
from: Jeff & Heather Bona	on: 01-05-2023

Sending comforting energy to family and friends of Nan. She was a wise and wonderful woman and loved by many. I am fortunate to have always felt so much love from such a special lady. <3
from: Theresa Zelazo	on: 01-04-2023

I am so very sorry for your loss. I had Mrs. Witto as a teacher at Gabriel Abbott Memorial School. She was a very beautiful and special lady.
from: Patricia Wheeler Phillips	on: 01-04-2023

To the whole family. I am so sorry for the loss of your mom, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a wonderful person and was always very kind to me.
from: Judy Licht	on: 01-04-2023

The Berkshires lost a beautiful, vibrant, talented and engaging woman. We believe that Nan was put on this earth to teach young children. She loved her kids and went that extra mile to assure success in her class; she bonded with her students and made learning fun. Nan was always available to parents and even made that interaction enjoyable. Our three kids are successful and wonderful adults, thanks to Nan Witto. May God bless her in her eternal life.
from: FRAN Bedini	on: 01-04-2023

Heather, Cathy & Family, My deepest condolences on your loss. I have such fond memories having spent more time at your house as a young teenager than my own! Your mom welcomed me, fed me (still remember her cheesecake), let me sleep over all of the time and was always joyful! And who could forget her love of the convertible! May her memories live on in your hearts!
from: JoAnne Maroni Lavin	on: 01-04-2023

Heather & Family, Prayers to you and your family. Our children were very lucky to have Nan as their pre-school teacher. We all have teachers in our children's life that make a big impact and she is one of them. We all have very fond memories of your mother. Bill & Brenda Nolan
from: the Nolan	on: 01-04-2023

Kathy Heather and family, My deepest sympathy for the loss of your mom, grandmother, great grandmother. I will always fondly remember Nan driving her little convertible through our town of Clarksburg. Nan loved working with young children as the discovered their world around them. Our paths crossed many times through the years. She will be missed.
from: Mary Tanner	on: 01-04-2023

Cathy, Heather and family, Deepest sympathy for the loss of your mom, grandmother and great grandmother. I will always fondly remember Nan in her little convertible happily driving through Clarksburg. Our paths crossed many times through the years. She loved working with children including my son, Dan, as a preschooler in the first preschool class in Clarksburg in the late 80's. She will be remembered always.
from: Mary Tanner	on: 01-04-2023

Heather and Family, My deepest condolences on the loss of your mother. May all the wonderful memories you have help comfort you in the days ahead.
from: Erica Pecor	on: 01-03-2023

Remember Mrs Witto from church.she had a beautiful voice and was a really nice lady. My condolences to the family.
from: Bob Betti	on: 01-03-2023

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