Dr. Vito "Lou" Destito, of Carrollton, Georgia passed away at home on Friday, May 25, 2012 after a long illness. He was 78. Dr. Destito was born on March 10, 1934 in Lockport, New York, the son of the late Rose and Ralph Destito. He served his country in the U. S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. In 1995 he retired from Troy State University, where he taught for 30 years as a math professor. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Lila; children, John Destito of Atlanta, Annette Murphy of Carrollton, Joe Destito of Ellijay; sisters, Katherine Destito, Rose States; brother, Joe Destito and five grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, May 29 at 10 a.m. (CST) at Providence Baptist Church in Linden, Alabama. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to the Epilepsy Foundation Georgia Chapter, 6065 Roswell Rd #715, Atlanta, GA 30328-4030. Messages of condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.almonfuneralhome.com. Almon Funeral Home of Carrollton has charge of arrangements.