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Donald Milligan Obituary
He was preceded in death by his parents, Julian C. and Mable Z. Milligan; a brother, Cecil Milligan; a sister, Barbara J. Tracey; and a son, Robert "Bobby" Milligan.
Donald leaves behind his wife, Elizabeth C. Milligan; a daughter, Leisa Myers; a son, Donald B. Milligan Jr. and his wife, Diana; a brother, Charles O. Milligan and his wife, Gloria; niece, Christie and husband, Bobby Dohan; six grandchildren, Allen and Daniel Myers, Kim and Stephanie Milligan, Kayla and Brooke Milligan; two great-grandchildren, Cameron Milligan and Briana Marion.
Donald was an avid Gun Smith for many years. He loved hunting and fishing. His love for guns was unbelievable. He also enjoyed his Harley Davidson motorcycle. He built remote control planes and enjoyed flying them as well.
A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009, at Rosehill-Ashland Cemetery in Ashland, Ky. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, Hampton, Va.
The Milligan family would like to thank all the doctors and nurses who cared for Mr. Milligan, and a special thanks to James River Convalescent Center. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sarah Waters
November 15, 2009
I am so sorry for all of the pain your family has endured this year. My heart and prayers go out to all of you. I remember Donald as a very fun person who loved his (Tennesse Rollers?)...I think he called them ..he trained those birds soooo well.. one day I climbed out of my window to sit on the roof to watch him train his pigeons and not knowing they were fresh out of the cage, the pigeons flew away and never came back! Donald was just a little upset..but asked me please never to do that again..I have sooo many memories of everyone;as I felt you all were my adopted family when I lived next door in Buckroe..I could go on and on with the memories; such as everyone working in the garage on the car engines and listening to them roar as tools fell to the floor clinking and clanking when I fell asleep at night. Believe it ot not that was soothing to me..Oh and never could I forget all of the great times we had at the pool! Each and every one of you gave me a lifetime of memories to hold close to my heart, Thank You all for a the kindness and love your family has shown to me over the years. Again my prayers and thoughts are with all of you! Donald will never be forgotten he was such a good man, funny man , all around just one of a kind.. his pain is over but now, it is time for you to heal..and keep on living the life he would have wanted you to live..a happy, fun, outgoing life..Love and hugs to you all!! Sarah Waters Hall
Bucky Smith
November 15, 2009
My condolences goes out to the Milligan family. Don and my father, Mac Smith, were ole shooting buddies. They enjoyed each others company. It saddens me that this wonderful man is gone but it brings peace to know he is in heaven shooting with my dad again.
Phyllis Milligan
November 14, 2009
To my second family, I have many fond memories of CooCoo. Ron and I know now that he is watching over all of us but most importantly he is no longer suffering. I am always here for all of you and love you all still. Our prayers are with you. Love you Steph and Kim, Mom
Bill & Charlotte Elliott
November 13, 2009
Donnie & Family, So sorry to hear of you Dad's passing.You all are in my thoughts & prayers. Your memories will get you through this.Take care of each other.
fred burns
November 13, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tris & Hubert Myers
November 12, 2009
Sue and family.
We understand your grief and want to express our sympathy to you. I'm sure we will notice a new star in Heaven now. Donald is at peace with no more pain and has two good legs running all over Heaven I'm sure!!
You are in our thoughts and prayer.
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