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Leon

(G.)

Elston

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Leon G. Elston, 91, of West Hartford, passed away Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at Hebrew Health Care, West Hartford. Born in New York City on December 5, 1919, he was the son of the late Joseph and Lena (Lukofsky) Epstein. Mr. Elston graduated from New Utrecht High School, and from CCNY School of Business Administration with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Accounting. Mr. Elston then moved to Washington, D.C. where he worked for the federal government in the General Accounting Office. During World War II, he served as a sergeant in the Army/Air Force where he was stationed in Tripoli. After the war, from 1951-1952, he served as Commander of the Jewish War Veterans, Hartford Laurel Post 45. In Hartford, Mr. Elston joined the staff at Equipment Service, Inc., as the Accounting Manager and later became the Vice President and General Manager before retiring in 1992. In 1948, he married the love of his life, Roslyn Millstein. The Elstons were one of the founding members of Congregation B’nai Sholom in Newington where he served terms as Director of the Religious School and President. He also played third base for the synagogue in the Interfaith Softball League. He was an AVID New York Yankees fan. He enjoyed music, tennis, swimming, and summers at the beach. He was a loving, dedicated husband, father, and grandfather. A kind and gentle man, honest, caring and eternally optimistic, he earned the respect, friendship and love of many. Besides his wife, Roslyn, he leaves two daughters: Jody Katz and her husband Merrill, Sari Elston-Trzepacz and her husband Paul; granddaughter Jamie Katz, grandson Mark Katz, and several nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by his sister, Elizabeth Weber. The Family would like to thank the Hebrew Healthcare Hospice nurses and aids for their exceptional care of Leon while he was at home. And with sincerest gratitude, we thank everyone for their kindness, support, compassion, and love for Leon and his family during this difficult time. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, June 12, 2011 at 10:00 AM in the Chapel of the Weinstein Mortuary, 640 Farmington Ave., Hartford with Rabbi Debra Cantor officiating. Interment will follow in the Congregation B’nai Sholom Cemetery, Jordan Lane Extension, Wethersfield. A memorial period will be observed at his home, 24 Federal St., West Hartford following the interment through Tuesday evening, with services at 7:00 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to Congregation B’nai Sholom, 26 Buena Vista Rd., West Hartford 06107, or to Hebrew Healthcare Hospice, 2 Wintonbury Mall, Bloomfield 06002. For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book for Leon, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm.

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From: Caroline & Sid Blecherman

From Wayne, NJ

Posted On: June 14, 2011

It was always a great honor to be with Leon, whether the Board of Education, Board of Directors, during an Oneg Shabbat or at the beach. Leon was a class act, always, a real gentleman. We will miss him deeply. Roz, Jodi, Sari, you were very blessed to have your husband/Dad in your life. We wish you much strength and may you be comforted by your many wonderful memories.

From: DeeDee Scholnick

From Newington, CT

Posted On: June 14, 2011

Dear Mrs. Elston, Jody and Sari - My deepest condolences to you on the passing of Mr. Elston - what a sweetheart of a man - always a warm smile and good hearted gentlemen. May the difficult days ahead be filled with warm memories of your husband and Dad.

Warm regards,
DeeDee Scholnick

From: Charles & Sharon Chaet

From Middletown, CT

Posted On: June 14, 2011

We remember Leon at the Yiddish discussions at shul sending our sympathies to Roslyn and family.

From: Diana Hart Johnson

From Kalamazoo, MI

Posted On: June 15, 2011

I know how much Jody loved her father and am very sorry to hear of his passing. May he rest peacefully forever.

From: Barbara & Syd Siskin

From newington, ct

Posted On: June 9, 2011

Roz
Our sinserest condolences to you and the family on Leon's passing. He was a warm, gentle man who we always enjoyed being with at synagogue over the years.

Barbara, Syd and Marc Siskin

From: The Pearl & Moe Bower Family

From Newington, CT

Posted On: June 10, 2011

Dear Mrs. Elston and Family,

We are saddened to learn of Mr. Elston's passing. His gentle spirit, quiet sense of humor and kindness are all things we remember and honor.

We also share fond memories of the many times we sat on lawn chairs, blankets and in bleachers on hot summer days, as Mr. Elston manned his post at third base for the CBS interfaith softball team. We so loved watching our own dad in the outfield "fire one in" to cut off a runner at third.

His legacy is the wonderful family he leaves to carry on his zest for life.

Fondly,
The Pearl & Moe Bower Family
~ Bonnie, Jan and Alan, Newington, Connecticut

From: John & Gloria Maloney

From west Hartford, ct

Posted On: June 10, 2011

Leon, An HONORABLE, RESPECTED and valued friend to the ELMWOOD Community, and his neighbors and fellow advocates! We grieve for LEON and treasure Roslyn.

From: Sheila and Gary Schwartz

From West Palm Beach, FLl

Posted On: June 10, 2011

Sorry to hear of the passing of your dear Leon. He always had a smile and a kind word whenever we saw him.

From: Sheila & Gary Schwartz

From West Palm Beach, FL

Posted On: June 10, 2011

Our sincere condolences on the loss of your dear Leon. He always had smile and a kind word whenever we saw him.

Sheila & Gary Schwartz

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