Born in LaFollette, TN on May 10, 1929
Departed on July 26, 2019 and resided in Gallatin, TN
Visitation: Alexander Funeral Home and Cremation Center Tuesday July 30, 2019 3:00pm to 7:00pmWednesday July 31, 2019 1:00pm to 2:00pmFuneral: Alexander Funeral Home and Cremation Center Wednesday July 31, 2019 2:00pmMr. Arvil Lee Kitts age 90 of Gallatin, Tennessee passed away Friday, July 26, 2019. He was born May 10, 1929, in LaFollette, Tennessee to the late Lloyd and Pernie Jordon Kitts.
Mr. Kitts was a deacon at the Central Baptist Church in Newton Falls, Ohio, for many years. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge, and a Veteran of the Korean War having served in the United States Army. Mr. Kitts was retired from Anchor Motor Freight where he worked for over 34 years as a car hauler.
Surviving are his devoted wife of over 70 years Lois Wilson Kitts. Son Steven Kitts; daughter Debbie Kitts; granddaughter Cierra Kitts.
A Celebration of Life service will be conducted Wednesday July 31, 2019, at 2 pm at the Alexander Funeral Home & Cremation Center with Rev. Dr. Ted Hill officiating. Entombment will follow in the Sumner Memorial Gardens mausoleum with military honors.
The family will receive friends Tuesday from 3 pm until 7 pm, and Wednesday from 1 pm until 2pm at the funeral home.
Alexander Funeral Home & Cremation Center, located at 584 Nashville Pike, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be submitted at alexandergallatin.com. (615) 502-0011 Obit Line (615) 502-0555
7 Comments Melissa Brown July 28, 2019 at 1:12 amMy prayers are with you Debbie and your family. I’m so sorry for your lost. May God be with you all through this difficult time. He will forever be your Guardian Angel always watching over you babe. Love you always Debbie Kitts.
yvonne shutt July 28, 2019 at 12:37 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with this beautiful family. He was a great man and will be missed by so many. He has left his legacy behind. His Patience, kindness, lovingness & his giving ways will never be forgotten. Carry on those special gifts your father has given you. ♥️
Love you all ~Yvonne
Debbie I am so sorry about your Dad you are in my prayers.
Nancy & Kenny Hall July 29, 2019 at 2:51 pmOur prayers r with u all. Are boys grew up togeather n have many fond memories of them growing up. Mr Kitts was a great father to his children n husband. Chip sends his prayers also.
Sandra kitts July 29, 2019 at 3:32 pmAlways loved Arvil Lee, such a sweet man. So much like my Dad. Rest In Peace .
Michael A. Serotko July 29, 2019 at 8:18 pmMy thought’s and prayer’s are with the Kitts Family during this time of sadness. I grew up with Steve and have many fond memories of Mr Kitts. He was a great man and a loving and caring father and he will be missed.
Amie and John Crowder July 31, 2019 at 11:38 amOur condolences in the loss of Mr. Kitts. Our thoughts are with you Stevie, and family!
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