Obituary of Neil Criste-Troutman

Neil Criste-Troutman, 70, of Mount Pocono, died on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of Robert Criste-Troutman. Born in Union, NJ he was the son of the late Maurice and Virginia (Richardson) Troutman. Neil was a graduate of the University of Michigan class of 1967, where he received a degree in Music Education. After graduation, he also studied at both Temple University and Westminster Choir College. He would go on to become a music teacher at Warren Hills Regional School in New Jersey, where he retired. Neil began playing the organ at the age of 13 and played at various churches in NY, NJ and PA throughout his lifetime. He was the choral conductor for Twins River Choral Society and a member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Mount Pocono. In addition to his husband, Robert, he is survived by his daughters: Katrina Troutman, Lisen Troutman, Erika Hirji and her husband Murad, Gretchen Troutman; sons: Randy Criste-Troutman and Michael Criste-Troutman; nine grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his daughter, H. Christina Roberts. There will be a Mass of Christian burial on Saturday, May 14 at 10:30 am at Trinity Episcopal Church, 137 Trinity Hill Road, Mount Pocono. There will be a viewing form 9:00 am until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor of Neil may be made to, Trinity Episcopal Church at the address above or to Memorial Sloan Kettering 1275 York Avenue, New York, NY 10065 or by visiting https://giving.mskcc.org/.