Frankie Faye

Bittle

In Loving Memory of Frankie Faye Bittle

Frankie Faye Bittle, 91, was born on May 25, 1935, in Mount Olive, Alabama, where she was also raised.

Frankie accepted Christ as her Savior and was baptized at Mount Olive Baptist Church. Her faith was an important part of her life and helped shape the love, kindness, and acceptance she extended to everyone she met.

Frankie shared 59 years of marriage with her beloved husband, Robert “Bo” Bittle, who preceded her in death. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was defined by her dedication and unconditional love for her family.

She retired in 2010 from Gardendale First Baptist Church, where she dedicated many years of her working life.

Her greatest joy was her family. Frankie had a special way of making everyone feel welcome and loved. She accepted everyone as family and treated everyone the same. To Frankie, family wasn’t just about being related; it was about love, acceptance, and making sure everyone had a place at her table.

Her home was the gathering place for Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas celebrations. Those holidays became cherished family traditions, centered around her signature cornbread dressing and famous punchbowl cake. The food was so good that family often found themselves coming back for seconds, and sometimes making another trip back for more. But it was about more than the food. It was about being together, sharing stories, laughing, and making memories that will last for generations.

Frankie is survived by her five children: Robert “Bobby” Bittle and wife Kathy; Tommy Bittle and wife Kay; Greg Bittle and wife Juliet “Grace”; Sheila Brown and husband David; and Jeff Bittle and wife Kathy.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert “Bo” Bittle, and her son, Johnny Bittle. Johnny’s wife, Sandy, survives him.

She also leaves behind 12 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter, who will carry forward the love and family traditions she treasured so dearly.

Frankie’s legacy is one of faith, love, acceptance, and family. She leaves behind more than memories; she leaves traditions, lessons, and a lifetime of love that will continue through the generations. Her table may be quieter now, but the love she gathered around it will never be forgotten.

She will be deeply missed and forever loved.

Funeral services will be Wednesday , November 11, 2026 in the Bell Funeral Home-Forestdale Chapel. Visitation will begin at 1:00 P.M with with funeral services beginning at 2:00 P.M. A graveside service will follow at Bivens Chapel Cemetery. Bro. Guy Moore will officiate.