Sean Erik Tritle

Sean Erik Tritle, 55, of Oxford Junction, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at Mosaic Life Care in Saint Joseph, Missouri. In agreement with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Sean’s Life will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at the Central City American Legion Hall - WAPSI Post 421, located at 6 Central City Road, where the family will greet friends and family.

Sean was born on August 25, 1970, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the son of Robert Joseph and Cheryl Ann (Blofield) Tritle. He was a 1988 graduate of Central City High School, where he excelled in sports. A remarkable athlete, his accomplishments as a Quarterback on the football field and a Pitcher on the baseball field were particularly notable, highlighted by his achievement of breaking the Stolen Base Record. After graduation, Sean worked at various jobs including Rathje Construction, Croell Concrete, Papa Juan’s of which he was a manager, and Dan’s Overhead Doors, before most recently working with Acterra Group, LLC, of Marion, Iowa.

Sean was deeply loved for his warm personality and infectious sense of humor. He had a talent for brightening the lives of those around him, often found joking around and sharing laughter with friends and family. His love for life extended primarily to his beautiful children, who he was very proud of and brought him immense joy. Fishing was one of Sean's favorite pastimes. He also enjoyed the thrill of watching shows like Storage Wars and often indulged in paranormal, an interest he held in high regard. His passion for the mysterious and unexplained was further exemplified by his role as the founder and leader of Hawkeye State Paranormal/Midwest Shadow Chasers, fostering a community that shared his enthusiasm for exploration beyond the ordinary. Sean’s loyalty to his teams was unwavering; he was an avid fan of the Detroit Lions, Iowa Hawkeyes, and Chicago Cubs. Additionally, his fascination with Sasquatch was a delightful quirk that reflected his adventurous spirit. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Sean is survived and lovingly remembered by his five daughters, Kylie (A.J.) Lucas, Maddie (Warren) Fuller, Emma McCoy Tritle (Macauley Riley), Reese Tritle, and Kinsley Tritle; four grandchildren, Aiden, Emery, Cael, and Dawson; mother, Cheryl Olson; his loving companion, with whom he shared a home, Angie Carlo; several siblings including, Laura (Tony) Martin, Robbe (Heather) Tritle, Mecca Tritle, and Chelsea Ciha; and his beloved faithful dogs, ‘Mack’ and ‘Athena’.

He was preceded in death by his father, stepfather, and maternal & paternal grandparents.

Memorials in Sean’s memory may be directed to the family to be designated later.