David L. Milton — UPDATED
David L. “Dave” Milton, 77, Syracuse, formerly of Elkhart, passed away at 1:01 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017 at Miller’s Merry Manor in Syracuse. He was born on May 27, 1940 in Chicago to Maurice and Marguerite (Hartnell) Milton.
He grew up in Michigan, Chicago, and Elkhart and graduated in 1958 from Elkhart High School. He formerly worked as a van & RV salesman and for Mid-America Propane in Chica
go. He was the former co-owner and operator of Aqua Vista Lake Resort Hotel in Shell Lake, Wisc. for 13 years. He moved back to the Elkhart area ten years ago from Chicago before moving to Syracuse a year ago.
He attended the New Testament Bible Church in Elkhart.
He is survived by three step daughters: Robin (J. Brian) Messick, Middlebury; Joy (J. Michael Swearengin) Caton, Phoenix, Ariz.; and Julie (Randy) Castetter, Elkhart; five grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Shawn David Milton.
Cremation will take place at Cremation Services of Kosciusko County, 4356 N. St. Rd 15, Warsaw. No public services will be held. Owen Family Funeral Home, 1001 S Huntington St, Syracuseis in charge of arrangements.
Preferred memorial may be given to Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County, 3489 E. 100S, Pierceton, IN 46562. To send condolences to the family in memory of David Milton, please visit www.owenfamilyfuneralhome.com