Who is Frank Bennett?

Frank Bennett is Ruth’s husband and Stump’s true father. As a teenager, Ruth fell under Frank’s spell and agreed to marry him, thinking he would treat her well for the rest of her life. As soon as they were married, however, Frank began having affairs, drinking heavily, and beating Ruth. When Ruth ran away with Idgie, Frank, a member of the KKK, attempted to kidnap Stump. Sipsey killed him, and Big George boiled his body with the hogs and served him as barbecue to the passing officers investigating his disappearance.