Lillian "Lilly" Georgie Thackeray Milner

1924 - 2018

Lillian "Lilly" Georgie Thackeray Milner obituary, 1924-2018, Ladson, SC

Lillian "Lilly" Georgie Thackeray Milner

1924 - 2018

BORN

1924

DIED

2018

Lillian "Lilly" Milner Obituary

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Lillian "Lilly" Thackeray Milner, 93, of Ladson, South Carolina, wife of the late Theodore C. Milner, Jr. entered into eternal rest Friday, April 27, 2018. Her Funeral Service will be Monday, April 30, 2018 in J. HENRY STUHR INC., WEST ASHLEY CHAPEL, 3360 Glenn McConnell Parkway at 2:30 p.m. Interment will follow in Live Oak Memorial Gardens.The family will receive friends Monday in Stuhr's West Ashley Chapel one hour prior to service. Lillian was born December 30, 1924 in Charleston, South Carolina, daughter of the late John Robert Thackeray and Georgie Thackeray Ritts She was a graduate of Rivers High School and was one of the first police women to serve the City of Charleston Police Department. She was married to her former spouse for 49 years. She is survived by three daughters; Barbara Gayle Milner of Ladson, SC, Cleo "Bunny" Hamorsky-Anglin (Tommy) of Augusta, GA, Connie Smith (Phillip Sr.) of Round O, SC; seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren and loving nieces, nephews and friends.

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Warren McLaughlin

June 9, 2018

Although friends with her daughter Barbara, I used to stop by with Kenneth Lerhman just to talk with her. She was such a sweet, kind and wonderful person. Our loss is heavens gain.

Barbara Todd-McAllan

May 1, 2018

Your mom was a lovely person and always so kind to me as a child. May she rest in the sweetest peace. Sending love and prayers for all of you, Connie , Bunny and Barbara Gayle.

April 30, 2018

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Maggie Zayas-Bazan

April 30, 2018

My condolences to all, I know it's been a hard road for you ladies and I'm sure you made her proud! I pray your memories give you comfort and make you smile!
Love,
Maggie & Raul

Shannon Smith

April 29, 2018

I remember Ms. Milner as such a vibrant, fun, spunky lady whose company I always enjoyed. Connie, you and your family are all in my prayers at this time and in the coming days. Much love to you all.

Shannon Smith

April 29, 2018

I remember Ms. Milner as such a vibrant, fun, spunky lady whose company I always enjoyed. Connie, you and your family are all in my prayers at this time and in the coming days. Much love to you all.

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