Arthur E. Tilton Sr. age 85 of Warren passed away peacefully into eternal rest on Friday Oct. 23, 2026 at the Burton Healthcare in Burton, OH. He was born on Jan 20, 1941 in Ravenna, OH the son of the late Arthur H. Tilton and June (Patchin) Tilton. Arthur proudly served in the US Navy. On Aug. 13, 1963 , he married the love of his life, Janice L. Robinson. They shared a loving marriage until her passing on April 21, 1997. A resident of the Leavittsburg area for more then 60 years, Arthur worked as Millwright at Copperweld Steel for 35 years before retiring in 1995. He was a talented mechanic who loved his classic cars. He was also a member of the CRA Hot Rod Association.

Arthur's memory will be cherished by his : 5 daughters: Deborah & Brad Engler of Leavittsburg, Theresa & Ron Kirila of Burghill, OH, Angela & Don Rogers of Mecca Twp, Rosalind & Larry Basford of Lynn Haven, FL, Roxann & Christopher Minor of Kinsman, his son: Mark & Carolyn Tilton of Warren, 33 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren, and 4 great great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife Janice, his son: Arthur Tilton Jr., and his sister: Sheila Andrews.

Funeral services will be at the James Funeral Home in Newton Falls on Friday Oct. 30, 2026 at 11:00am with Pastor Rose Bennett officiating. Calling hours will be at the funeral home on Thursday Oct. 29, 2026 from 5:00- 7:00pm. He will be laid to rest beside his wife Janice at Meadowbrook Memorial Park in Warren.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the James Funeral Home, 8 East Broad Street, Newton Falls, OH 44444 (330)872-5440. Family and friends may view his obituary online or to send condolences, please visit us at www.jamesfuneralhomeinc.com