Smith-Youngs Funeral Home, Inc. | Clearwater, FL

Obituary For Franks Pitts

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.

Guest Book

I only new him for a little while through Christa Keys, he was a very nice man and loved his children and grandchildren. Rest in peace until we meet again in Paradise.

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For his anger endureth but a moment, in his favor is life. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. Psalms 30:5 Mitchell/Dorsett Family Reunion

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As twilight falls upon our momentous journey through the seasons of life, we now offer these final words to affirm our admiration, love, and respect for Frank Pitts Whereas you know not what shall be tomorrow, For what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time, and then vanishes away. James 4:14 Today, we acknowledge the passing of our family member who will be with us as long as we remember. Respectfully submitted, October 14, 2023. James & Brenda Dorsett Tarpon Springs, Florida

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