This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Milton Bins, 75 years old, born on December 11, 1934, and passed away on October 10, 2010. We will remember him forever.
10/10/10...
Ten Years! It's hard to believe so much time has passed since I lost my husband and you lost your beloved family and friend Milton Bins. During the last few months, in particular, I have wondered and shared thoughts with friends and family about how Milton would feel about all that's happening these days. What would he think? What would he say? We could guess what he might think, but he had a way of going beyond everyday thoughts. He definitely would have had a lot to say! He was a profound and innovative thinker.
Ten Years! Milton, you are still loved and missed!
Ten Years! It's hard to believe so much time has passed since I lost my husband and you lost your beloved family and friend Milton Bins. During the last few months, in particular, I have wondered and shared thoughts with friends and family about how Milton would feel about all that's happening these days. What would he think? What would he say? We could guess what he might think, but he had a way of going beyond everyday thoughts. He definitely would have had a lot to say! He was a profound and innovative thinker.
Ten Years! Milton, you are still loved and missed!
Ten Years ago today, my Father lost a 10 year battle with cancer. Many noted how interesting that a mathematician passed on 10/10/10. Born 12/11/34 in Hazlehurst, MS, you moved to Chicago, became a High School Math Teacher and married my Mother. But as happens in life, the marriage did not last; and you moved east: Philadelphia, NYC, and finally D.C. Grateful that you committed to staying actively involved in my life as I was a young child at the time of the divorce. So I travelled often to see you, opening my eyes to the world. You shared all of your life with me, including the many people whose lives were enriched by your passion for social and political change. A great lover of reading, always pursuing learning as life long pursuit. One special memory for me was, before retiring to Florida, you treated my family to a private tour of the White House. And speaking of family, you loved your grandchildren and supported me through a very difficult period after my Mother passed in 1992. So much more could I say, but I will just close now, giving thanks to God for the Man you were, inspiring me to become the Man I am. Rest In Paradise Dad.
I can still hear the excitement in his voice and my mother's too whenever they saw each other and that hearty laugh of his. Rest on Angel...Missed terribly
Milton was one of a kind type person. He will be forever missed. He was my boss, my friend, my advisor, my Godfather. Loved him much and missing him more.
Four years have not reduced the impact of 10/10/10. My view of life has been forever broadened because of the twenty-seven years of marriage to Milton. His achievements and the risks he took were remarkable. I have gained in appreciation for living life to its fullest.
He will forever be missed by those of us who had the opportunity to fully know him.
He will forever be missed by those of us who had the opportunity to fully know him.
I miss Milton's Santa Clause laugh, his honesty and opinions on love, peace and happiness. Such a very wise man. To me he was my father by heart. I truly miss a dear friend.
May your soul rest in paradise.Just thinking you are among all of the rest of the family that has gone before and after you celebrating. I really miss that big laugh.
My dear Milton, I have such wonderful memories of your birthdays. My favourite includes celebrating with your Goddaughter Crystal and the wonderful parties we shared!
Milton joined our family when he married our cousin Carolyn Fitchett. My sister Kay and I enjoyed a warm relationshp with them, including lively discussions about politics and education. After Carolyn died in 1981, Milton remained our cousin. I particularly appreciated his moral support when I was executive director of ASALH. Kay and I always remember Milton's reflections and friendship.
One of the things I learned from the years spent with Milton is that is no path in a real relationship is free of conflict. How two people work through these inevitable challenges will reveal the caring and strength that lay behind their commitment. This is true in love and friendship. Rest In Peace.
I am blessed to have Known Milton as my boss as well as a friend. My father passed away when I was only 19 years old. So I considered Milton as my father by HEART. I will miss his wisdom and Santa Clause laughter. He will NEVER be forgotten. Thank you Milton, I love and miss you!
Your wisdom lives on Milty! Smiles on your birthday! We will remember you ALL WAYS AND FOREVER!
Larry says, "may the politics of love always be with Uncle Milton!"
Larry says, "may the politics of love always be with Uncle Milton!"
Happy 78th Birthday Milton! I added the photos taken at the Memorial Dinner in December 2010 at a Washington D.C. steakhouse. Milton requested that in lieu of a formal memorial service and funeral that Gregory and I get together with a few of his closest and dearest friends and have a great dinner to celebrate his wonderful life and that is what we did!
It's hard to believe that it has been two years. I will always remember the fun times we all shared, the long talks some serious and some just plain fun. Will remember the Bar-b-cue runs which became a tradition for our gang of friends. You will always be remembered and a special friend.
As the time passes since we were last together, I realize more and more how much my husband's friendship and love has meant to my life. I miss his wonderful smile, his laughter, the good times and even the bad times. I remember you today and always.
My dearest forever friend Milty, your spirit truly lives on! What a blessing to have known you! There aren't enough words to explain how much you meant to me and how much I miss you. At such a time as this....you saw beyond the skies....I am reminded of your strength. And I carry on! Thank you Adrienne for a memory-tribute. With love, Marty
I miss my beloved Godfather so much. For nearly 50 years he was friend/Godfather/Advisor/mentor/confidant.His passing has created a vast emptiness but the memories of happy days & laughs will never die! How fitting to listen to My Way, my late husband's theme song as I write!RIP!
Dearest Milton, You will long be remembered by me and my family. You taught us so much about so many things by being so true to being Milton. Your spirit lives on forever; we smile, and our hearts have been touched by you. Love you, Milty! Marty and the Bond family.
My Dear Friend...
Rarely does a day pass that I do not think of you, then I see your great smile, and easy laughter, and sense of humor..... and you feel so close. Love, Carlene
Rarely does a day pass that I do not think of you, then I see your great smile, and easy laughter, and sense of humor..... and you feel so close. Love, Carlene
I remember the many times when Milton demonstrated his love for young people and the ways that he expressed that love in so many places in the USA and Israel.
He will be sorely missed by all.
He will be sorely missed by all.
My Dear Cousin Milton.....
It sadden my heart to have heard about Milton's homegoing weeks later. Having only just reunited with him through a by chance discovery of someone who knew him who just happen to put me in touch with Milton through Andrienne. It was a pleasure to have been able to reconnect to Milton after so many years. Thanks Andrienne for the reconnection and God Bless
It sadden my heart to have heard about Milton's homegoing weeks later. Having only just reunited with him through a by chance discovery of someone who knew him who just happen to put me in touch with Milton through Andrienne. It was a pleasure to have been able to reconnect to Milton after so many years. Thanks Andrienne for the reconnection and God Bless
Milton was a dear man, a unique spirit, and we will miss him terribly. God bless you and all the smiles you left in this life.
Del and Marilyn Marbrook
Del and Marilyn Marbrook
Although, I did not have much communication and contact with cousin Milton growing up. our grandmother had a graduation picture of him. I felt very close to him. The many times, I saw Milton, he always had a big smile and friendly conversations. He was a busy person and it was hard to keep in touch with him. He wii always be loved and remembered. Cousin: Mildred B. Hubbard----New Orleans, LA
I was blessed to have Milton as a friend and confidant for over 35 years. I am a Democrat and Milton was a Republican but we shared many common enduring values:the importance of the viability of public education; equal opportunity for all students, and fairness and equal justice for all people.
Arthur Jefferson, Supt. Emeritus, Detroit Public Schools
Arthur Jefferson, Supt. Emeritus, Detroit Public Schools
Milton's spirit will forever live in my heart. I am honored to have served as the Public Relations Coordinator for the Council of 100 under Milton. He taught me so much and he gave me numerous opportunities to use my skills. One day I will write about the Council and Milton's leadership will front and center of my book. Thank God for the gift of MB. Silver Spring, MD
I got to know Milton when I became an officer of the Council of 100, and learned a great deal about Republican politics from him. He was a real political warrior or a stalwart as they say. His legacy will never be forgotten. Just think of all he did without the technology of today . . . e-mail, iPhones and online capability to reach hundreds and thousands. Brenda Alford, Silver Spr MD
I knew Milton when we were interns in the Ford Foundation IEL program in Washington, DC, 1969-70. He was a great colleague and leader even then, and a friend. He led the group on a trip to Chicago and got us into the Chicago Conspiracy Trial, and we met Jesse Jackson at Operation Breadbasket. We had many wonderful adventures together in the IEL program. I will miss him greatly. He was a great man.
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10/10/10...
Ten Years! It's hard to believe so much time has passed since I lost my husband and you lost your beloved family and friend Milton Bins. During the last few months, in particular, I have wondered and shared thoughts with friends and family about how Milton would feel about all that's happening these days. What would he think? What would he say? We could guess what he might think, but he had a way of going beyond everyday thoughts. He definitely would have had a lot to say! He was a profound and innovative thinker.
Ten Years! Milton, you are still loved and missed!
Ten Years! It's hard to believe so much time has passed since I lost my husband and you lost your beloved family and friend Milton Bins. During the last few months, in particular, I have wondered and shared thoughts with friends and family about how Milton would feel about all that's happening these days. What would he think? What would he say? We could guess what he might think, but he had a way of going beyond everyday thoughts. He definitely would have had a lot to say! He was a profound and innovative thinker.
Ten Years! Milton, you are still loved and missed!
Ten Years ago today, my Father lost a 10 year battle with cancer. Many noted how interesting that a mathematician passed on 10/10/10. Born 12/11/34 in Hazlehurst, MS, you moved to Chicago, became a High School Math Teacher and married my Mother. But as happens in life, the marriage did not last; and you moved east: Philadelphia, NYC, and finally D.C. Grateful that you committed to staying actively involved in my life as I was a young child at the time of the divorce. So I travelled often to see you, opening my eyes to the world. You shared all of your life with me, including the many people whose lives were enriched by your passion for social and political change. A great lover of reading, always pursuing learning as life long pursuit. One special memory for me was, before retiring to Florida, you treated my family to a private tour of the White House. And speaking of family, you loved your grandchildren and supported me through a very difficult period after my Mother passed in 1992. So much more could I say, but I will just close now, giving thanks to God for the Man you were, inspiring me to become the Man I am. Rest In Paradise Dad.
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Memorial lDinner
Memorial Dinner
Memorial Dinner
Memorial Dinner
Memorial Dinner
Milton & Friends 1971 Wedding Photo
Favorite Vacation Spot
Milton with his sister, Ronnie, nephew, Derik, niece, Ronette, nephew Ariel, brother John
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Washington Post Story
Wednesday, October 27, 2010; 11:43 PM
Milton Bins, 75, an education consultant who was a past deputy executive director of the Council of the Great City Schools, an education advocacy group, died Oct. 10 at his home in Leesburg, Fla. He had colon cancer.
Mr. Bins joined the Council of the Great City Schools in 1974 as a senior associate for programs and policy. He was deputy executive director from 1985 to 1992, after which he became an education consultant for technology companies. He retired in 2000.
He was a native of Hazlehurst, Miss. He received a bachelor's degree in mathematics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1959, a master's degree in mathematics from Chicago State University in the early 1960s and a master's degree in education from the University of Pennsylvania in 1970.
He lived in New York and Chicago, where he taught high school math, before moving to Washington in the mid-1970s. In 2004, he moved to Florida.
He received a lifetime achievement award from the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation in 2001 and was recognized for outstanding advocacy and support of public education by the Council of the Great City Schools in 1985.
He was a chairman and founder of the Douglass Policy Institute, an education think tank, and was a D.C. delegate at the 1988 Republican National Convention.
His first marriage to Gladys Minor ended in divorce. His second wife, Carolyn Fitchett Bins, died in 1981 after eight years of marriage.
Survivors include his wife of 27 years, Adrienne King Bins of Leesburg, Fla.; a son from his first marriage, Gregory Bins of Homewood, Ill; a stepson, Randall Jackson of Tavares, Fla; two sisters; three grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter.
- Lauren Wiseman