Resident of the Month

David and Alene Pittman met in 1966 during their senior year of high school and married on the day of David’s graduation from the Virginia Military Institute, as marriage was prohibited during a cadet’s training. One week later, they moved to Alexandria, Virginia, where David attended Virginia Theological Seminary, and Alene worked as a registered nurse in Arlington.

Over the next 38 years, David served churches in Staunton, Virginia; Gainesville, Florida; and Charlotte, North Carolina—each community bringing special blessings and challenges. In 1991, their beloved Holy Trinity Church in Gainesville was tragically burned down by an arsonist. Despite the sadness and loss, the church community grew and flourished, reinforcing their belief that the church is not just a building but a body of believers.

In their 54 years of marriage, David and Alene lived in five homes, raised two children, David and Sarah, and celebrated the birth of four grandchildren, spending as much time with them as possible. Their careers—David as an Episcopal priest and Alene as a registered nurse—were both fulfilling and paved the way for many lasting friendships.

Since moving to Legacy Reserve in the summer of 2023, they have enjoyed becoming part of the local community, particularly through involvement with the Greenville Theatre and St. James Episcopal Church. David enjoys managing Legacy’s Hamilton Library, while Alene shares the joy of having their three-year-old granddaughter, Charlotte, around to bring a lively presence to the community.

David and Alene feel their lives are enriched by those who have chosen to make Legacy Reserve their home. They live, eat, play, laugh, and occasionally “squabble” a bit—just like a family. They deeply appreciate the staff who work hard to make life interesting, fun, happy, and safe, and are confident they chose the right place for their retirement years.