Born on the eve of the Great Depression, and having witnessed and participated in historic events, Floyd led a full, rich and rewarding life. He grew up in the Bronx, raised by his mother, Anne (Lustgarten), and his father, Abe. He was especially close to his Aunt Evelyn and Uncle Sol, and used to say that it was like being brought up by two sets of parents. He formed several close friendships throughout his childhood, some of which lasted a lifetime. Floyd enjoyed playing sports and was one of the best handball players in his neighborhood. As a curious teenager, Floyd decided to explore the world beyond the Bronx by hitchhiking his way across country.
When war broke out, Floyd joined the army and was sent to Korea, where he served honorably and was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in battle. He carried some of the shrapnel in his back for the rest of his life.
In 1952, Floyd married the love of his life, Marlene Rosenblum, and the two remained devoted to each other for the next 68 inseparable years. They raised three sons on Long Island, where Floyd managed a successful career at Pall Corporation. Floyd epitomized a generation of capable, hardworking individuals who sought a better life for their families. When Pall asked Floyd to relocate to Florida, he and Marlene decided instead to pursue new opportunities in Arizona. Always good with his hands, Floyd attended night school so that he could master his new profession as a dental technician. He moved the family to Tucson in 1977, where he spent several years partnering with colleagues before eventually founding his own shop called Step One Dental Lab.
Floyd enjoyed nothing better than to spend time with family and friends, and he and Marlene hosted innumerable get-togethers over the years. Within the family it was almost an act of faith that everyone would descend on Tucson for the holidays. On weekends, he and Marlene could often be found touring the countryside on motorcycle, or else making improvements to their beautiful home, or simply relaxing to the music Floyd so thoroughly enjoyed. Even after his riding days were over, Floyd never lost his sense for adventure. He decided to jump out of a plane to celebrate his 75 th birthday.
Floyd touched all those who knew him. He firmly believed in helping others as typified by the untold gallons of blood he donated to the Red Cross. He had a wonderful sense of humor, a warm, caring nature, and a quiet, confidant way about him. In challenging times, he was a comforting presence. He will be deeply, deeply missed.
Floyd is survived by his wife Marlene; his sons Kipp (Chrissy), Rikk and Lee (Meng); his grandsons Benn, Shonn and Kyle (Jamie); his sisters-in-law Rhoda Sokal, Deborah Myers and Gerry Greengrass; and nephews and nieces. Floyd was preceded in death by his older brother Ken.
If you would like to make a donation in remembrance of Floyd, please consider giving to one of the charities that Floyd himself supported, either the Red Cross or your local food bank.
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