Truman Dale Pitts

Truman Dale Pitts, 86, of Wylie, TX, formerly of Anna and Washington, IL, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2019 at home surrounded by his family. He was born Aug. 10, 1932 in Anna, IL, the son of Truman Christopher and Zora Agatha (Ross) Pitts. He was married to Lura Louise (Dillow) on Dec. 23, 1953. Dale served his country honorably in the US Air Force in the Korean War and was awarded several medals for his service. Prior to his enlistment, Dale worked in Anna, IL for Producers Dairy, the family grocery store, Pitts Grocery, and in the office at Charles Gilmore Asphalt. In 1956 he and Louise moved to Peoria, IL. Dale went to work for Central National Bank of Peoria. After 35 years of service and several mergers he retired in 1991 as Assistant Vice President of the bank and manager of Data Processing Operations. He also did part time accounting work for local businesses and the school district. Dale helped coach little league baseball and basketball and served on recreation boards. He was a lifelong St. Louis Cardinals fan, attending many games across the country, and a 50 year season ticket holder for Bradley Basketball. In 2009 the couple moved to Wylie, TX. Dale made his commitment to Christ at age 9 and was baptized in the Cache Creek near Anna. As a child he attended The First Church of the Nazarene in Anna, where many people there mentored his life and guided him in his Christian walk. In Peoria, Dale and Louise attended The First Church of the Nazarene and served as Sunday School teachers. In Washington, IL they attended Highview Church of God where Dale served as the church treasurer for 32 years, chairman of many committees and taught Sunday School. In Texas they attended the First Baptist Church of Wylie. Survivors include his loving wife of 65 years Louise; 2 children, Debbie (Jon) Peters of Wylie, TX; Mike (Betsy) Pitts of Zionsville, IN; 5 grandchildren, Jason Peters of Wylie, TX, Janie Peters (David Stitts) of Aubrey, TX, Katie (Mack) Hamilton of Saratoga Springs, UT, Elana Pitts and Jennifer Pitts both of Zionsville, IN; and his brother Paul (Susan) Pitts of Scottsdale, AZ. Visitation for Dale Pitts will be on Saturday, July 13, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at Crain Funeral Home in Anna-Jonesboro. Services will follow at 11:00 am with Rev. Larry Buckles officiating. Interment will follow in Anna City Cemetery with flag presentation by Illinois National Guard. Memorial contributions may be made to The First Church of the Nazarene in Anna, Illinois and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Truman Dale Pitts

August 10, 1932 - July 6, 2019