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Milton Levinson Obituary
Palm Springs - Milton Levinson passed away at his home in Palm Springs on November 24th, 2019.
Milton was born February 17th, 1933, to William and Anna Levinson of New York City. He was a graduate of Columbia University School of Pharmacy. Following his service in the U.S. Army Medical Corps, he practiced first in New York and then in California.
He married his wife Sandra on June 26th, 1960 in Binghamton, New York. He is survived by Sandra, his children Kimberly (Barry) Braswell, Brian (Carol) Levinson, Melanie (Chris) Borrego, and Michael Levinson, eight grandchildren, and fifteen great-grandchildren.
Milton owned and operated Ramon Pharmacy at Ramon and Indian Canyon in Palm Springs for twentyfive years. After selling the business, he worked as a relief pharmacist for Riverside/San Bernadino County Indian Health Care for another eighteen years.
He was very active in the community. He served on the Palm Springs Library Board of Directors, the Friends of the Library Board, the Boys and Girls Club Board, and in 2005, he was awarded the Palm Springs Senior Inspiration Award.
Milton was a dedicated Rotarian. He joined the organization in 1960 and served as president of both his Banning and Palm Springs clubs. He was District 5330's Governor for the 1994-95 term. At the district level he held numerous additional posts, including Governor's Aide, International Service Chairman, Paul Harris Foundation Chairman, and the Polio Eradication Fundraising Area Coordinator.
At Rotary's Zone and International level, he was honored with the Rotary International "Service Above Self" Award and The Rotary Foundation '(Distinguished Service Award." He held many leadership positions, among them: Rotary International President's representative, PETS coordinator for Southern California, Delegate to the Council on Legislation, Rotary Zone Institute Co-Chair, GSE coordinator. He was a GSE Team Leader to Japan on a cultural exchange, an NID team member to India to assist with polio vaccinations, and a member of a Rotoplast mission to Venezuela.
He and Sandra are multiple Paul Harris Fellows, Major Donors, and Bequest Society members. Their children and grandchildren are also Paul Harris Fellows.
Milton was a truly kind man who lived his life by the Rotary motto, "Service Above Self." He will be deeply missed.
If you wish, please make a memorial donation to The Rotary Foundation, 14280 Collection Center Drive, Chicago, IL 60692i or your favorite charity in lieu of flowers.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Temple Isaiah, 332 West Alejo, on Wednesday, December 4th at ll:00 AM.
Entrusted to the care of Wiefels Funeral Directors, Palm Springs.
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Joanne Harris
July 2, 2021
I had the pleasure of working with Milt while hired as a temporary Pharmacy Tech at the Indian Clinic and he chose to hire me on permanently. He was always a positive person always building you up to feel productive. He was there to help and or answer any questions. Smiling through it all. He made me laugh with his humor and although he defied the odds previously in his life and lived thru cancer he kept going moving forward and I admired that about him. He was a real inspiration. It wasn't until today that I read that he passed in 2019. I have not been working there since 2007. I know he'll be missed by many. RIP Milt
December 4, 2019
My heart is heavy to hear of the loss of our dear friend Milt. He was the epitome of a gentleman and the true meaning of Rotary. I will continue to wear his Rotary pin with pride.
Jeanne Stanton
Blue Ridge, Ga.
Jim and Dana Melton
December 3, 2019
To all of the family,
Above all else, Milt was the King of kindness. Without a doubt, he was kind to the core. His expressions and character exemplified his commitment to his family, his friends and for his concern and attention to others was just who he was as a person. Milt was and remains one who stands tall in our hearts and is an important part of our lives. We will forever treasure the wonderful times over the many years that we spent together.
Our love, Jim and Dana Melton
December 2, 2019
Dear Melanie and family:
I send my deepest sympathies to you all at this difficult time. Many times you had mentioned what a profound influence your dad had on your life.
Sending you heartfelt condolences,
Leigh Ann Wilson
Dr. Alex McFadden
November 29, 2019
I had the pleasure of working with Milton for several years at the Riverside San Bernardino Indian Health center in Morongo. His positive attitude and genuine dedication to his job inspired others. He had an infectious smile and a good word for everyone. He was a man of honor and lived by the golden rule. He will be missed by many.
Jacqueline Wachs
November 29, 2019
There are certain people who come into your life and leave an impression of a lifetime. That was Milt. I called him "Yoda" as he was the Mentor to us all. When I joined Rotary 15 years ago Milt was one of the first people to welcome me and get me involved. He guided us all and was an example of Service Above Self. He and Sandra became family to my husband and I and we shared many memories. I am thankful for having him in my life. I will do my best to live up to his example. He is not gone he is in my heart.
Barry Solomon
November 28, 2019
Milt and I went to Pharmacy School then into the army together, then bunked together until he and then I married our respective wives.
If there was ever a decent guy to be a buddy in so many ways - not to mention a wonderful friend and husband to the wonderful Sandra it was Milt.
Good people do finish first - and he was one of the best. He will be missed by so many.
Barry ( Anita ) Solomon
Gary Siebert
November 27, 2019
Hello Mel, I am sorry to hear about your dad, the times I would see him and briefly speak with him, he came across as a warm, friendly and easy to talk to. I knew him due to his ownership of the condo at Sunrise Lanai and my family business took care of the accounting for the condo. I hope this finds you doing well, despite the circumstances. I know your close family and faith will see you through this difficult time. Take Care
November 27, 2019
Thank you Milt for everything, you've left behind a great family that I'm proud to say are friends and extended family to me. You will be missed by many, but remembered by all.
Bill Diggs
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