Frank Pitts was born on August 13, 1953, in Tarpon Springs, Florida to Clifford Pitts, Sr. and Roberta Pitts.

He graduated from Tarpon Springs High School and played football at the University of Tampa, graduating in 1975.

Frank served in the United States Army for eight years. He worked on railroads and owned multiple businesses.

Frank had a mind of his own and was outspoken and spoke the truth whether you agreed or disagreed with him.

Frank Pitts departed this life on Sunday, October 1, 2023, in Pinellas Park, Florida.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Roberta Pitts, father, Clifford Pitts, Sr., brother, Timothy Pitts, aunt, Ireta Thomas and uncle, Samuel Brown.

He leaves to cherish his memories…

Wife: Carol Pitts

Daughters: Shawnda Arline and Shasa Pitts

Stepchildren: Craig Trice, Marcus Darien, and Crystal Keys

Brothers: Clifford Pitts, Jr. (Lolita), Paul Pitts (Glenda) and Ervin Watts (Laverne)

Sisters: Anette Ross (Fred), Susan Pitts, and Edith Collins

Grandchildren: Bryonell Arline, Tawanda Arline, Tabatha Arline, Johnathan Jordan, Mariah Jordan, Jarvis Jordan, Madison Moore and Malkel Moore

Eight great-grandchildren

Special friends: Irette Huggins and Jimmy Dorsett

A host of other relatives and friends

Public Viewing: Friday, October 13, 2023, 5-7 PM at Mt. Hermon Missionary Baptist Church 400 So. Levis Avenue, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689.

Home Going Celebration: Saturday, October 14, 2023, 11:00 AM at Mt. Hermon Missionary Baptist Church 400 So. Levis Avenue, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689.

Entrusted Care to Smith-Young Funeral Home 1005 Howard Street, Clearwater, FL 33756.