Lucian J. Kitta

LUCIAN J. KITTA, 80, of Sherwood went to Heaven on Wednesday, May 17, 2017. He was born Feb. 2, 1937 in Marche, Ark., to John and Rose Kita. Lucian was a faithful parishioner of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He was a 1955 graduate of North Little Rock High School. He retired from Crow Burlingame Auto Parts after 48 years of service. Lucian was a master chef, avid gardener, clock builder, self appointed meteorologist and nature lover, except for the squirrels who attacked his vegetable garden (that he had to relocate). L.J. is survived by his wife, JoAnn (Prause) Kitta; son, Jon A. Kitta (Melissa); brothers, Arthur Kitta (Maggie) and Edward Kitta (Irene); and many nieces, nephews, loving friends and loyal coworkers. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Cyril Kita and sister, Connie Kaplon. The family will receive friends from 4-5 p.m. on Sunday, May 21, 2017 at Smith North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main Street. A Rosary will be held at noon, Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Marche, with a Mass of Christian burial to follow at 1 p.m. Burial will be at Immaculate Heart of Mary Cemetery. Arrangements by Smith – North Little Rock Funeral Home. Guest register at www.SmithFamilyCares.com.