Jack Harold Litton, 88, of Fairfield, passed away February 11, 2026 at Jefferson County Health Center.
The family will greet friends from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Behner Funeral Home in Fairfield. Burial will follow at Glasgow Cemetery. Memorials can be made to Glasgow Cemetery Association. Cards and memorials can be mailed to Pam Baumann, 101 E Harrison Ave, Fairfield, Iowa 52556.
Jack Harold Litton was born on April 15, 1937, in Fairfield. After graduating from Fairfield High School, where he excelled in football and wrestling, he dedicated 43 years of service to The Dexter Company in the Foundry Operations. He was well known for his strong work ethic and commitment to his job. On June 10, 1960, he married the love of his life, Esther Maxine (Martin). Together they shared 66 wonderful years of marriage, building a life centered on family, hard work, and community.
He was a devoted fan of the Fairfield Trojans and took great pride in cheering on his daughters (the 1983 Basketball State Champions) and grandchildren in their various sports. He never missed a game. Additionally, he was a loyal Iowa Hawkeye and Chicago Cubs fan.
In his spare time, Jack enjoyed fishing, attending stock car races, hunting, sampling his wife’s baked goods, and driving around the country side. He was affectionately known as “Rooster” by his friends and family, which was a reference to how his hair stuck up in the back. He was also frequently early to arrive at work which added to the allure of the nickname.
He is survived by his wife Maxine (Martin); brothers, Bill (Kay) Litton and Bob Litton; daughters, Lorie (Phil) Jackson, Julie (Frank) Fritz, and Pam (Greg) Baumann; six grandchildren, Travis, Adam, Sidney, Alex, Cameron, and Samantha; four great-grandchildren, as well as extended family and friends who will cherish his memory.
He is proceeded in death by his parents, James and Frances; brother, Jimmy; sisters-in-law, Loreta, Evelyn, and Phylis; brothers-in-law, Wayne and Tom.
Jack will be remembered for his dedication to his family, his love of sports, and the quiet strength and loyalty he showed throughout his life. He was always someone who could be relied on.
Our special thanks to the Compassus Care Team out of Washington, Iowa, the JCHC nurses, and Carla Fleig.
