Harold N. Zeltt, of Boca Raton, Florida and Newtown, Pennsylvania passed away peacefully and surrounded by his family on Saturday, December 17th, 2022.
Born in Philadelphia, Harold was raised in Trenton, and later moved to Yardley and Newtown, Pennsylvania, where he and his wife Marilyn (Smith) raised their family. Harold was the oldest son of Abraham and Nettie Zeltt. Harold was a Veteran, serving in the Army during the Korean War.
Following his wartime service, Harold returned to Trenton, where he later established Town & Country Aluminum Center on Broad Street. Town & Country served the home improvement needs of the greater Trenton community for 50 years. In addition, Harold co-founded several other businesses, including Aetna Roofing and Abbey Roofing. A prudent and visionary businessman, Harold appreciated the economic opportunity he created for others through the growth and expansion of his business.
Harold was a very active and engaged member of the Trenton community. In addition to his contributions to the Better Business Bureau, Harold served on the Advisory Board of Yardville National Bank and was also very active and involved in the Trenton Jewish Community. He served as an Officer and Board Member of Har Sinai Temple, where he spearheaded the restoration of the Synagogue on Bellevue Avenue. Harold’s service to and leadership of Har Sinai spanned three decades.
Harold also served as a Board Member of Greenwood House for more than 40 years. As a director and benefactor, he helped build the financial security of Greenwood House, as well as championing and leading multiple capital projects, including the Abrams Residence. He was a constant presence at Greenwood House, where he enjoyed mingling with the residents and staff. Beyond Greenwood House, Harold worked on behalf of children with special needs, a tribute to his younger brother Albert.
Harold was also an active Freemason for over 50 years, establishing many cherished friendships through his association with the Masons.
In his leisure time, Harold was a competitive golfer, winning the Mercedes Senior Golf Championship hosted by Greenacres Country Club. Additionally, he was an avid boater and shark fisherman. Harold held a particular affinity for horses, especially his beloved Cimmaron. Harold was a past member of Greenacres Country Club and Board Member of Yacht and Racquet Club in Boca Raton, Florida.
Harold was predeceased by his Mother and Father, Abraham and Nettie Zeltt and his three brothers, Henry (Millie), David (Phyllis), and Albert Zeltt.
Harold is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Marilyn (Smith) and his three children, Andrea Weiss (Randy), Denise Weinberg (James) and Douglas Zeltt, seven grandchildren, three great granddaughters, and multiple nieces, nephews and cousins.
Harold will be remembered for his selflessness, leadership, humility, patience, and sense of humor. His love, affection and devotion to his family will endure forever.
Funeral services will be held on Monday December 19th at 2:00 pm at Har Sinai Temple (2421 Pennington Road Pennington, New Jersey). Harold will be laid to rest at Ewing Cemetery following the funeral service.
Shiva will be observed at the Zeltt residence on Monday evening, December 19. A Minyan Service will be conducted at 7:00 pm on Monday evening. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Harold’s memory may be made to Greenwood House Home of the Jewish Aged (GreenwoodHouse.org/giving/).
Funeral arrangements are by Orland’s Ewing Memorial Chapel.
We are so deeply saddened. Harold was our dear friend, bridge partner and mentor for over 30 years. He will be truly missed by countless people.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Love to the entire family.
I adored and loved Harold. He wasn’t just my cousin but my friend. He was supportive, loving and always had a story and a smile. Our real estate adventures were always so much fun. I will miss him very much. Sending my love to Marilyn and all of my cousins. He loved his family, was very giving to anyone who needed him and had a sense of humor that always made me laugh. 💗
Iris and I extend condolences to the entire Zelt family on the passing of Harold Zelt. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
I am profoundly sad at the loss of Harold. As a friend of my parents and father of my neighborhood friends, Harold was a strong presence in my life. That presence continued into adulthood when I had the pleasure of sitting with him on the board of Greenwood House. It is there I got to know who he was as a peer – earnest, intelligent, insightful, and respectful. He will truly be missed.
Harold wore the crown of a good name.
I am so saddened to learn of Harold’s passing. Though it has unfortunately been many years since I saw him, I have such fond memories of his kindness whenever we visited during college and subsequently. Sending heartfelt condolences to the entire family. May his memory be for a blessing.
I met Harold 65 years ago, introduced thru my then girlfriend, future wife Etta. I became a good friend of Harold and quickly realized he was an exceptional person, smart, buisness savy, charitable an all around good guy. He had a broad reach taking care of his brother and helping his friends and father in law when car problems happened. His passing really struck me hard.
You will be missed