Neil Gitlin

Neil Gitlin obituary, Minneapolis, MN

Neil Gitlin

Neil Gitlin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hodroff-Epstein Memorial Chapel - St. Paul on Oct. 31, 2024.
94 year resident of St. Paul, passed away October 30, 2024. Preceded in death by his parents, Maurice and Mae Gitlin; loving wife of 56 years, Barbara Gitlin; and sister, Elaine Livingston. Survived by children, Hugh Gitlin, Julie House, and Maureen Gitlin; grandsons, Sam and Joey House; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Neil brought joy and smiles to everyone he met. After a long working life he began a second act as a volunteer. Whether it was Sholom Home, Osman Temple Shrine, or Temple of Aaron, he always gave 100%. Dementia may have taken his memory, but could never take his love for life. The family would like to thank Southview Acres Care Center for their care and compassion. Graveside service 1:00pm, FRIDAY, November 1st at TEMPLE OF AARON CEMETERY, 1690 Dale Street, Roseville 55113. Shiva 7:00 PM SATURDAY, November 2nd at TEMPLE OF AARON SYNAGOGUE, 616 S. Mississippi River Blvd, St. Paul 55116. Memorials to the Kiddush Lunch Fund at Temple of Aaron.

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