Dortha Phillips Bittle

Dec 19, 1920 – Nov 09, 2026

Dortha was born Dec. 19,1920 in Spicewood, Texas – one of three children to Andy and Josie Phillips.

Dortha graduated from Bertram High School and went on to attend Nixon-Clay Commercial College. Dortha was appointed to the FBI in 1942 and later to WillMark Security. She met the love of her life Vernon Bittle in Washington, and they married, 18 months later, when he returned from serving under Gen. Douglas McArthur in U.S. Army.

After World War II, she spent 2 years in Denver Colorado before moving to Austin Texas where she took the role of President of several organizations. At this time, she also obtained licenses in Real Estate as well as Floral Arrangement.

In 2017 Dortha graciously moved back to Spicewood to take care of her brother Darwin (S.D.) Phillips.

Dortha went to her Heavenly Home to join her husband Vernon Bittle, Parents Andy and Josie Phillips, Brothers Justin Phillips, Darwin (S.D.) Phillips, and Daughter-In-Law Cora Caffey.

Dortha is survived by Sons Ronnie Bittle, Terry (Vickie) Bittle. Granddaughters Christine (Nathan) Albineau, Rebeca (Kevin) Sprinkles. Grandson Paul (Marj) Ragsdale, 8 Great Grandchildren and 10 Great-Grandchildren.

The family would like to thank the Atlus Hospice Staff and especially the ladies that made her meals and their support over the years. We are also extremely grateful to the many, many friends and relatives who also showed love and support to Dortha.

More information can be found about Dortha on the following link:

https://www.dailytrib.com/2026/02/20/105-year-old-spicewood-resident-was-former-pi-recalls-time-at-the-fbi/

Dortha’s Service will be held at Clements-Wilcox Funeral in Marble Falls, Saturday November 21, 2026, at 10 AM.

Pallbearers:

Troy Singleton

Paul Ragsdale

Bart van Cromvoirt

Carlos - Leal

Randy Price

Jason Sauer

Honorary Pallbearers:

Lonnie Whitley

Dewey Hollingsworth

Darrell Bible

Hershel Singleton

Service will be officiated by Tony Singleton