Milton Gitlin

Milton Gitlin, 94 of Boynton Beach, Fla and West Hartford, CT beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away peacefully in his sleep November 17. He will be remembered for his sense of humor and constant desire to make people laugh. A sports lover, he played golf and tennis until age 90. Milton opened and enjoyed a successful business for 30 years in Torrington, CT and served in WWII and was part of the Normandy invasion. Milton is survived by Shirley, his wife of 68 years, son Joel and wife Gail of South Windsor, daughters Amy Marandino and husband Peter of New Hartford, Judith Duff and husband Kevin of Bristol, three grandchildren, Rachel Gitlin of Brooklyn, New York, Allison Marandino and her fiancee Bowman Halligan of Boston, Melissa Gilmore and her husband Brett and their beautiful children Charlotte and Caroline of Westwood, MA. A special thanks to his caregiver, Zen, whose love and support brought him much comfort and has meant so much to our family. A graveside, family only service will be held Friday, November 20th at 10:30, Beth David Cemetery, Jordan Lane, Wethersfield, CT. Shiva will be observed at the home of Joel Gitlin Monday, November 23rd from 4:30 -7:30. For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book for Milton, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm If desired, contributions can be made in his honor to a charity of your choice

Service Date: 01/01/1970