Richard I. "Dick" Lytle

Mr. Richard I. “Dick” Lytle, age 66, of New Hartford, passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2006 in the comfort of his home with his family by his side. Born in Watertown NY on January 16, 1940, Richard was the son of the late Gale Sr. and Gladys (Whiting) Lytle. He was raised and educated in Providian NY. A veteran of the U.S. Army, he was proud to have served his country as a member of the military. On October 20, 1990, he was joined in marriage with the former Judy R. DeBlois with whom he shared a 15-year union filled with their love and devotion for one another. Mr. Lytle was involved in the management and operation of his family’s business enterprise, the Fay Street Warehouse, serving as the company’s vice-president until the time of his retirement. Mr. Lytle belonged to the Masons, FAM, Oriental Lodge. He was of the Methodist faith. As a loving husband and father, Dick was an exemplary family man. He loved people and will be remembered by all who knew him as a sociable individual whose company was always welcome and enjoyable. In addition to his outgoing and friendly manner, he possessed a lively personality and a truly unique and wonderful sense of humor. Always gregarious, congenial, witty, and cordial, he was the engaging focal point of any group and the life of any party. In his leisure time he enjoyed computer games. Mr. Lytle is survived by his wife, Judy; 4 daughters and sons-in-law, Pamela and Ken Deprix, Kimberly and Clayton Brown, Brenda Young, and Jennifer and Joseph Hoteling; a stepson with whom he shared a special relationship, Kevin Matys and his wife, Heather; and 9 grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister and brother-in-law, Bonnie and David White of Leroy NY; a brother and sister-in-law, William and Frances Lytle of New Hartford; a number of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and cousins; and many special friends. He was predeceased by a brother, Gale Lytle, Jr. The family offers its sincere gratitude to the personnel of Hospice and Palliative Care, Inc., especially acknowledging Maria, Renee, and Irene, for their dedication and conscientious care. A visitation and memorial gathering honoring Dick will be held this afternoon (Sunday) from 2-4 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. By family request, please omit floral offerings. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Memorial Service for Mr. Lytle which will be held on Tuesday morning at 11:00 at the Maynard United Methodist Church. Interment will take place in Forest Hill Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Richard I. "Dick" Lytle

January 16, 1940 - May 23, 2006