Mr. Francis Timothy Tritle, 86, born October 1, 1930 in Baltimore, Maryland, passed away on Monday, March 6, 2017 in West Monroe, Louisiana.
He is survived by the love of his life and wife of 64 years, Eleanor; adoring children, Sheila, Timothy, Mary and Kathleen; his beloved grandchildren, Jesse, Jake and Molly.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Burl Washington and Mary Irwin Tritle.
He began his 42 year career with C&P Telephone Co. which eventually became Verizon Wireless as a Central Office Technician.
A graduate of the University of Baltimore, class of 1964, he earned a degree in Business Administration.
He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War.
Mr. Tritle will be celebrated with Military Honors at Mulhearn Funeral Home, 300 McMillan Road, West Monroe, LA 71291 on Thursday, March 9, 2017. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. until his service begins at 2:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.