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Milo Gavin Obituary
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for Milo Gavin
February 5, 2013
Although it has been many years since we were no longer together .... to this day I respect Milo as as a Father to our daughters, not born of DNA, but of love. Though we had our problems, there was never a time when we, as a couple, did not love our collective children. I miss him, and as we grew older and matured, learned that we created a loving, devoted, family that not time or distance...or even death can change. I love them all and will keep loving them until the day I no longer walk among them.... that is what love and life are about. Though we age and change, those days of happiness will never change for those we touch and those we leave behind. I am proud of what we accompished as parents and partners for our collective children and commit to try to make your legacy go on. With all my heart..... Janice
Lee Bond
September 4, 2009
I was very saddened to learn of Milo's passing. I worked with Milo as a young Officer before he retired. All the young Officers at the time wanted to emulate Milo Gavin or "Mr. Gavin" as he was known to on the street. Milo was a stand up guy and respected by all criminals included. I learned a great deal in a short time from Milo. My sincere condolences to his family. He will be greatly missed.
Sgt. Lee Bond (retired) PPD
ally briley
August 26, 2009
it was heartbreaking newa to hear of milos passing.it was always a pleasure and much fun to talk to milo at bobs bbq!!he will be missed by everyone
August 23, 2009
to the family of milo gavin, i send my regrets for the loss of milo. he was one of portsmouth's finest and i mean that. i worked with him from time to time when i worked homicide. he was one that when things got hairy, you want him on your side. For a little guy, he knew of no fear and could run like a deer. He will be one remembered for a long time, a real cop that this department should be grateful for his service.Again, my sincere condolences to his family. Jimmy Roberts, (Retired) Portsmouth Police
August 23, 2009
To The Gavin Family, I was saddened by the news of Milo. I was fortunate to have known him. He was a police friend, always there to help. Wilbur, Kenny, Robert you have worn the uniform and are a part of the police family. Milo was a good cop and wore his badge with honor. My thoughts and love go to your family. You have many stories and laughter to share with your love ones for generations.
Kathy Roberts (retired pd) North Carolina
August 23, 2009
Prayers and Godspeed to all of you. Milo helped me a lot as a young prosecutor. I enjoyed his dry wit.
Jeff James
August 23, 2009
My sincere sympathy goes to Milo's family. Milo and I worked together for many years in Patrol and the Narcotics Squad of the Portsmouth Police Dept. He was a great friend and co-worker.He will be missed by all that knew him.
Sgt. Wayne Gainous (Retired)
Joe Karpowski
August 23, 2009
It is with a sad heart that I remember Milo here, in this forum. He was, as we say on the job, "a cop's cop." He had your back and there are very few that can say Milo was not the man to have around when the going got tough. He was as respected by his peers as he was feared by the criminals. He taught me so much in the short time I got to work around him when I was just a rookie cop. RIP Milo. BJKIII, PPD (ret)
Doris Gibson
August 22, 2009
I am saddened to learn of Milo's passing. My late husband, Butch Gibson, served with him in the late 60's on the Portsmouth Police Dept. He was one of the "Parkview" kids.
I would like to extend my sincere sympathy to his family from my family.
August 22, 2009
All of the family are in my thoughts and prayers.. Milo was a one of a kind and will be missed...Richard Huneycutt Aux. Portsmouth Police
Darlal O'Neal
August 22, 2009
Milo was a very good friend and we feel fortunate to have been neighbors and shared many special times. We have many great memories of our times together. Our prayers are with the family. Love Randy, Darla, and Stacey
David Butler
August 21, 2009
I worked as a Portsmouth Policeman with Milo in the late 1960's and early 70's. I learned a lot from him and he had my utmost respect. He was always there when a call for help went out and wasn't afraid of anything. My sincere sympathy to his family.
August 21, 2009
August 21,2009
I was truly shocked when I got back in town today and learned of the untimely passing of a very well respected man. I only had the pleasure of working with Milo for a year before he retired. But as any good police officer will tell you that is more than enough time to tell what kind of person someone is. Milo was a cops cop and left a lasting impression on anyone he came in contact with. He will be truly missed and my heart goes out to all in this time of grief.
Sergeant Joe Lilley (ret) P.P.D.
Cecil & Billy Ricks
August 21, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with Milo's family during this time of loss of a Professional Police Officer and good neighbor. Only fond memories of a good man and a friend.
April Gaskins
August 21, 2009
Sincere sympathy, with heartfelt regards. Charlie & April Gaskins
Angie Anderson
August 21, 2009
I was fortunate to work with Milo during my 20 year career as a Portsmouth dispatcher. I did not know could be "tough", just thorough and professional. Dispatchers often think of patrol officers as "theirs" to look after during a shift and to keep safe. We did so each day and night by being ever vigilant in knowing where they were, even if Milo didn't want us to know, and making sure to listen attentively just in case they needed us. I feel a sense of loss as one of the "good guys" is now gone. To you his family, I want to let you know that Milo made a positive impact in my career, and I am glad that he was safe on my "watch" and made it home after each shift. My heartfelt sympathy for the Gavin family.
August 21, 2009
I'm sorry to hear about Milo. Milo was a good man, and a good policeman. He knew his job and he knew how to get the job done! I credit him with teaching me how to be a narc. He will be missed.
Lt. Rob Smith PPD retired.
Nancy Baker
August 21, 2009
Milo was a teddy bear, even though he tried to be tough guy. He was there when you needed him. He was there whenI needed him. I will miss him.
August 21, 2009
I was greatly saddened to hear of Milo's passing. He was always friendly to me and he was a most welcome sight when you needed help. He was a tough cop in tough times. I will miss him. Sgt. George Harris PPD retired.
Margaret Costell
August 21, 2009
Dear Angie, Cindy, Wendy, Barb and family:
Although I haven't seen Milo much in the last few years that did not mean I didn't think of him often and love him more than you could know. I have prayed for him so much in the last few years and have kept on so many prayer chains that I have no doubt that he is with the Father in Heaven right now. Although Wilbor and I have been divorced for almost 30 years I did not stop loving his family who were actually my family and I still consider them that way. I cannot express to you how sorry I am for your loss and what you must be going through. I have been where you are now and the pain seems to be unsurmountably but just know that in time the hurt will subside and you will have such beautiful memories to carry you on for the rest of your life. Just remember that with God anything is possible and that you will see your beloved father/lover/family again.
Love,
Aunt Marjo and Uncle Johnny (Costell)
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