Milton was former employee of Sundstrand Corporation where he retired after many years of service.
An avid Chicago Cubs and Bears fan, he spent his time bowling, which he did for over 50 years; playing golf, watching sports and taking care of his grandchildren.
His survivors include his children, Michele (boyfriend, Randy) Winans, Victoria (Dave) Carlson, and Milton Winans Jr.; grandchildren, Michael (Missy) Winans, Melisa (Jason) Winans, and Tracie Carlson; great grandchildren, Jacob, Nevaeh, and Keagan; sister, Dolores Marshall; special niece and nephew, Kim and Debi Sturtevant; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was predeceased by his parents, Ernest and Gladys Winans; brothers, Frank, Ernest, and Jimmy.
Funeral service 10 a.m. Saturday, September 21, at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park. Min. Anthony Maynard officiating. Visitation, 9 a.m. to time of service. Interment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family. Online condolences may be made at sunsetfhmemgardens.com