Milton was born May 21,1959 in Hartford, Connecticut to Milton Chandler and Elaine Ruth Buell. He was the 3rd of 4 children. Shortly after his birth his parents moved to California to raise their family. Where he enjoyed the California life growing up near the Pacific Coast. In 1977 at the age of 18, Milton moved to Tennessee to work at Malibu Grand Prix. Where he worked as a manager for a few years. He then relocated to Houston, Texas. Where he ultimately settled down. Not to long after coming to Houston he graduated from the Houston Fire Fighters Academy on April 22,1980. He later married and started his family, having two children who would bring him much joy. Some times love doesn’t last, Milton got his second chance at love when he met Shannon. They married January 17th, 2003. Milton went on to dedicate 35 years of his life to the Houston Fire Department. Making may friends who turned to family along the way. He respectively earned the name “Uncle Milty” among many. Ending his career as a Engineer Operator in 2015.
After Milton retired, he could be found riding his motorcycle, spending time outdoors, and being a doting grandfather. Milton was known for his wicked sense of humor. Often pranking the ones he loved most. He also became a member of Bayou City Rifles. Where he became a Range Safety officer so he could volunteer his time up until he passed. Milton was a American History buff. Often spending time reading and watching tv on the subject. He enjoyed his home life with his wife of 18 years, Shannon and their many pets.
Milton was preceded in death by his parents and brother, David. He leaves behind his loving wife Shannon N. Buell, Son Milton C. Buell III and wife Lauren, Daughter Christina D. Ward and husband Keith, stepsons, Anthony Tuttoilmondo, Austin Tuttoilmondo, Grandson Skylar Ward, Sister Judy March, Brother Robert Buell and Wife Michele.
While we grieve Milton’s passing, he wouldn’t want us to be sad. To be loved by him is the ultimate gift of all. His legacy of always looking to the bright side and using his humor should live on.
Milton loved visiting the Houston Fire Museum. Old 7’s, as the Museum’s building is fondly called, is a fire station built in 1899. It currently is undergoing preservation to ensure the building will sustain another 100 plus years. The family requests that in lieu of customary remembrances that a memorial gift be made in his name to the Houston Fire Museum’s preservation project to the attention of Kate Ryther, Executive Director of the Houston Fire Museum, PO. Box 541535, Houston, Texas 77254-1535. [email protected] or call 281-788-8498.
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