TILTON, Frederick W. 96, of Port Richey, passed away Friday, March 9, 2012 in Hudson. He was born April 25, 1915 in Ithaca, NY to Walter and Anna Baker Tilton. He moved to Florida 34 years ago from Ithaca. He was an automobile salesman. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Zephyrhills. He is a past member of the Moose and a Mason. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 70 years, Blanch. Survivors include 2 daughters, Marcia A. Tilton of Port Richey, Joyce T. Meiczinger of Bayonet Point; 8 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; 3 nieces and 3 nephews. Services will be Thursday, March 15, 2012, 2 pm in the Chapel of Hodges Family Funeral Home. The family will receive friends for viewing one hour prior to service. The family request donations to be made to a charity of your choice .