ROUTEN, Lita Lou Sinclair, 82, Valrico, Fla., passed away peacefully at home Dec. 6, 2010.

She is survived by her sons Mark (Barbara) Routen and Jeff (Martha) Routen; grandsons, David, Ryan and Eric Routen; step-grandsons, Chris and Scott Francis; sisters Jean Herrmann and Anamae Asher and brother, Richard Sinclair.

Lita was preceded in death by Marvin, her childhood sweetheart and husband of 57 years; her son Steven Routen; daughter, Tami Routen; and sisters Doris Mosemiller and Norma Atwell.

Lita was a loving, caring wife, mother and grandmother. She was always the life of the party, had a great sense of humor and was known for her cheerfulness and practical jokes.

The family is not planning a memorial service. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Condolences may be made offered at www.serenitymeadows.com.