Raw, Milton , 97, Orlando, died peacefully on September 22nd. Born in Londonderry, Vermont, he is survived by his wife of 69 years, Lorine; his children, Rodney (Sheila) Raw and Scherri (Dennis) Gollehon; grandchildren Kelly (Derek) Gindlesperger, and Derek Raw; 2 step-grandchildren; and sister Sheila Rivers. Milton served honorably in the Army and the Air Force for a total of twenty-two years, retiring in 1963. After retirement from the USAF, Milton also worked for, and retired from, the State of Florida. He was an active member of the Eola 207 Masonic Lodge. A resident of Goldenrod for 60 years, Milton enjoyed bicycling and continued to ride into his 90s. He also enjoyed working on bicycles. Many in the Goldenrod area came to him for bicycle repairs, or to purchase refurbished bikes. In addition, Milton and Lorine enjoyed traveling and metal detecting together. On Monday, September 26, there will be a visitation at 10AM, followed by funeral service and reception at Baldwin Fairchild Funeral Home, 7520 Aloma Ave., Winter Park. Interment at Glen Haven Cemetery in Winter Park at 1:30. In lieu of flowers, donations in Milton's name may be made to the Eola Masonic Lodge, 3200 East Grant Street, Orlando, 32806.

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Published by Orlando Sentinel on Sep. 25, 2016.

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Alan Shannon

September 25, 2016

Is is with great sadness we mourn the passing of Uncle Milton. He was an inspiration for me in that he dedicated himself to his purpose whether it be his dedication to family, military service, his work for the state of Florida, his commitment to the Masonic Lodge or his knowledge of bicycles. I was not diligent in my communication with Uncle but he always made me feel like he was interested in what I had to say. He would always tell me the most important thing you will do in life is finish what you start and I have tried hard to do just that. I offer my condolences to Aunt Lorine, cousins Rodney, Scherri and the rest of his family. God bless you and rest in peace Uncle Milton.

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Kelly Gindlesperger

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Grandpa will be deeply missed as his kindness and smile was always enough to light up the room. He was a great Grandpa to my brother and I have many fond memories of him.

One of those fond memories is as follows: When I was in first grade, he and my Grandma took me metal detecting in a playground. It was always an adventure seeing what lied beneath the sand when the "beep, beep, beep" of the metal detector went of. In this particular case, we found a mole cricket that had a tiny piece of metal through it's leg. Grandpa and I shared the same compassion for creatures no matter the size. We helped remove the tiny piece of metal from the mole cricket's leg and he was having a hard time walking, making him an easy target for prey. Grandpa suggested that I keep him as a pet until he was in better health. We filled a jar with sand for him to create his home and I kept that mole cricket for a few weeks before releasing him. That is just one small example of Grandpa's caring spirit.

Thank you so much to all of the friends and family that have given their sympathy and condolences, we certainly appreciate it. I know Grandpa is smiling down on all of us. :)

September 25, 2016

To all of Milton's loving family, my condolences to all of you. Milton and Lorine were dear neighbors and close friends for years. Add me to the list of many who enjoyed having them as neighbors, and appreciate all that they have done for so many people. We are sorry to hear that Milton has passed away, and have you in our thoughts and prayers.

Tom Hirsch

September 24, 2016

Rodney and Sherry,
We are sorry for the loss of your DAD.
Milton was such a kind hearted individual,so full of life and willing to help anyone in the neighborhood.He will be sadly missed by many.I can still see him working on bicycles in his garage.GOD BLESS THE FAMILY.

LISA HARDING/HINTON
AND BRUCE

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