More detail on this person: On the morning of
March 2, 2024, Joseph Paul Litton, known
affectionately in his childhood as Paul and
throughout his career as Joe, passed peacefully at
the age of 80. Born on May 27, 1943, in Atlanta,
Georgia, he grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina
before enlisting in the military at the age of 17.
Joseph's life was marked by his unwavering
dedication, infectious humor, steadfast loyalty,
and remarkable resilience.
Joseph, a retired Major in the United States Army,
was a true patriot who served his country with
honor and distinction for over 25 years. His
military career was significant and commendable,
earning him twenty-two military awards and
accolades, including a Purple Heart, Distinguished
Flying Cross, and Bronze Star Medal, among
others. His service took him across the world,
from Germany, Korea to Vietnam and various
locations across the United States. His bravery
and dedication were never more evident than during
his two tours in Vietnam, where he served his
second tour as an Army Aviator in F Troop (Air),
4th Cavalry Regiment flying UH-1H Huey
Helicopters. After retiring from the military, he
embarked on a successful 15-year career as
Operations and Human Resource Manager at The
Hartford, retiring in 2002. He also received his
BS in Business Administration and MA in Public
Administration. But these achievements are only a
part of his legacy. Joseph was also a black belt
in Taekwondo martial arts, an avid reader with a
particular fondness for military history,
westerns, action thrillers and detective
mysteries, a volunteer with Meals on Wheels and
devout member of St. Brendan Catholic Church. His
caring nature extended to the animal kingdom,
where he volunteered with his son, Jason,
delivering food for a local animal shelter, and
over the years with his wife, Linda,they expanded
their family by adopting eleven dogs, including
two retired greyhounds from a racetrack, seven
cats, and his daughter Alison's five guinea pigs
and ferret and offer a safe haven to a variety of
feral cats, wild birds, raccoons, and possums who
frequent the yard.
Joseph is survived by his loving wife, Rosa
"Linda" Litton, his daughter, Alison Litton, and
his sister Lesley Litton McKenzie. He was
preceded in death by his parents, John Litton and
Ethel Dudley Litton, and his son, Jason Paul
Litton, III. Joseph's dedication to his family,
country, church and community was unparalleled,
and he will forever be remembered as a man of
great integrity, courage, and kindness.
From: Alison Litton Burial information: Georgia National Cemetery
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