Howard-Gitlin, Nora J.
DATELINE: Providence, RI
Howard-Gitlin, Nora J., 73, died Saturday, January 17, 2026 at home. She was the beloved wife of Louis Gitlin for 48 years. Born in Tampa, FL, a daughter of the late Bertram and Zelda (Krellenstein) Howard, she had lived in Providence, previously living in New Bedford. Nora was a member of Temple Emanu-El and a former member of Tifereth Israel. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Tufts and a Master’s from Columbia University.
Devoted mother of Zachary Howard Gitlin of Providence, RI and Ariel Rebecca Gitlin of Brooklyn, NY. Dear sister of Dr. Jack A. Howard and his wife, Leslie, of South Dartmouth, MA and Alan B. Howard and his wife, Patti, of Waccabuc, NY. Cherished pet parent of Waldo.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. in Temple Emanu-El, 99 Taft Avenue, Providence. Shiva will be observed at the Gitlin residence, 65 Emeline St., Providence, Tuesday, January 20, 2026 following burial until 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 21, 2026, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m., and Thursday, January 22, 2026, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 – 9:00 p.m., with minyan at 7:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to House of Hope and the Kosher Food Pantry.
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My sincere sympathy to the Howard/Gitlin family on the passing of Nora.
My deepest condolences to the Gitlin family. May her memory be a blessing.
Our deepest sympathies to you Louie and your family. May Nora rest in peace.
Deepest condolences to all the family. I have fond memories of Nora from the time she lived in Dartmouth. She welcomed me to the area when I moved there to work at UMass Dartmouth. I remember what a deeply caring mom she was to her young children. I missed her and Lou when they moved to Providence where they continued their dedicated contributions to community-building. May her memory be a blessing
Dear Nora’s loved ones, especially Jack, Leslie, and Alan,
My deepest condolences on Nora’s recent loss.
Nora and I were school and hebrew school classmates from nursery school until we graduated from high school. Some of my memories from those long-ago days encompass time spent at the defunct JCC, play dates at each others’ houses, Brownies and Girl Scouts, Bar and Bat Mitzvah parties, cheerleading at Keith Jr. High School, and many shared classes in high school. We did not stay in contact after graduation but would run into each other when on college breaks, and then when I would visit my family in New Bedford and in Dartmouth.
Nora was an extremely smart, kind, thoughtful and fun childhood friend. Without a doubt, I am sure that those traits endured through her life. We all have regrets in life, and I regret not maintaining our relationship over the years.
May you find comfort in your beautiful memories and may Nora’s memory be for a blessing.
Fondly,
Gayle Kroudvird Weiss, Arlington, Virginia
On behalf of the entire team at BayCoast Bank, Ashley Boulevard Branch, and myself, please accept our deepest and most sincere condolences on the passing of your wife.
We are truly sorry for your loss.
During this incredibly difficult time, we hope you find comfort in the love and support of family, friends, and those around you. Please know that you are in our thoughts.
We are here for you.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Olga Fernandes
BayCoast Bank
Louie. I am so sorry for your loss. I am so glad I could be present for the funeral via live streaming. Your speech was very meaningful to me.
Louis, Ariel, Zack and family
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My love to you.
I have wonderful memories of Norah.
I was able to share the Service with you online
Louis, Alan & Jack
Sorry we were unable to attend Nora’s service. She was a very brave and courageous woman. You both spoke beautifully about her. May her memory be for a blessing.
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family
Gladys Rosofsky
Dear Louis,
My deepest condolences on the loss of Nora. We were Bat Mitzvah together. May her memory be a blessing.
Sending our deepest condolences to you Louis and your family.
Brenda and Paul Darling