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George MILTON Obituary
On February 1, 2012, we lost a loving father, devoted husband and great friend with the passing of George A. Milton of Edmonton, Alberta at the age of 74. He passed away peacefully in Tucson, Arizona, after an unexpected stroke a few days prior. With him when he passed were his wife, Judy, and his daughters, Susan and Kerry. He leaves to mourn his loss, his loving wife of 41 years, Judy (nee Appel); his devoted daughters Susan and Kerry (Chris Croteau); and his beloved granddaughters Peyton, Claudia and Cameron. He will also be sadly missed by his mother, Jeanne Milton; sister, Kathy (Greg) Chorny; sister, Linda (Edward) Schmidt; sister, Carol Barr; sister-in-law, Dora; as well as many treasured friends. He was predeceased by his father, Raymond, and his brother, Robert. George was born and raised in Kirkland Lake, Ontario and graduated from Kirkland Lake Collegiate Institute in 1956. He received a BA from the University of Western Ontario. During his 36 years in the investment industry, he became Vice President of Midland Walwyn, and succeeding investment firms, specializing in advanced exploration and development mining projects. His knowledge in the mining field was unparalleled. After retirement in 1997, George relished a still active role in the investment industry as an investor and advisor to junior mining companies, as well as enjoying time in Tucson, Arizona, and Los Cabos, Mexico, with family and friends. He was an active sportsman and loved golfing with buddies wherever he went; but particularly at his home course, the Edmonton Country Club, to which he returned after living for 12 years in Kenmare, Ireland. He also loved spending time with his loyal dogs, Jake and Charlie.
George will be greatly missed by all.
A Celebration of his Life will be held on Friday, February 10 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Edmonton Country Club. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in George Milton's name to the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra or the charity of your choice.
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Risa Sorenson
February 4, 2019
Dear Judy,
I will always have the fondest memories of George at the Midland office in Edmonton.
He was my first boss and he was passionate about his work and his clients.
We had some good times, I still miss those days. Best wishes, Risa (Joly) Sorenson.
Donn MacDougall
February 14, 2012
Susan, I was greatly saddened to learn of the passing of your father. My sincere condolences to you, your family, and everyone who had known George.
Jerry and Gail Korpan
February 12, 2012
Judy, our deepest sympathy on your loss. George knew how to live and he was a fabulous man. We are all richer for knowing him and is energy was to be envied.
Ron Colquhoun
February 11, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to all of the Milton family. George will be fondly remembered by the town of Kirkland Lake and the people who knew him, especially those in the industry.
The Colquhoun Family
Ron and Louise Colquhoun
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February 10, 2012
JUDY and family - We will never forget George (and Jake) and
the entertaining times we had at Paull Travel . Deepest condolences - we will always remember him fondly - Lesley, and Willie - Paull Travel - Edmonton
Jim & Liza Anderson
February 10, 2012
Dear Judy, Susan, Kerry & family,
Our deepest sympathy and much love are with you at this time.
Jody Robbins
February 9, 2012
Dear Susan,
So saddened to hear about the loss of your Dad. He will be greatly missed, not just be your family but by all those who loved to work, golf and shoot the breeze with him. My thoughts are with you.
Sol Ashraf
February 9, 2012
Dear Judy,Susan and Kerry,
I am very sorry to hear about George. I have some dear memories of him working with me at the Midland office in Edmonton. He was a great friend and a mentor with a big heart and will surely be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
February 8, 2012
Dear Judy Please accept our deepest condolences.
Doris, Eleanor, and Mary
Jon & Joline MacLeod
February 7, 2012
Kerry, Chris and Family - We were very sorry to hear that your father passed away. Our thoughts are with you and your family in this difficult time.
February 7, 2012
Judy and Family, we are saddened to hear of George's passing. We are in Palm Desert at the moment so we will not be able to attend the memorial. You will be in our thoughts. Jeanette and George Akers.
Bindi Karia
February 7, 2012
Dear Susan Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss of your father. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Thinking of you from London. ITB Bindi
Risa Sorenson
February 7, 2012
Dear Judy, Susan and Kerry,
I was so sorry to hear of George's passing, all my love and sympathy.
My friend Joey and I shared some happy work stories of George when I phoned her with the sad news. Will see you on Friday. Risa (Joly) Sorenson
February 6, 2012
Dear Judy and Family
Please accept our deepest condolences. We are praying for you to have peace and strength at this time.
Joann & Arnold Lorentz
Scottsdale Arizona
Elaine & Leon Bender
February 6, 2012
Dear Judy and Family:
Please acept our sincere condolences on the sudden passing of George. Please be assured that family and friends feel the pain of your loss at this time.
Elaine and Leon Bender (sister and brother-in=law) of Marg and Jack Appel.
Baden On
John&Kris Yewchuk
February 4, 2012
Judy and Family
We were so shocked to hear of George's passing.He touched so many people's' lives. He will be missed.Our prayers are with you.We have many fond memories of our trip to Ireland.George was always the perfect host and most generous.
Jon Cleall
February 4, 2012
Kerry, we are so sorry to hear about your Dads passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
February 4, 2012
Judy, Susan and Kerry: We are so very sorry to learn of George's recent passing. May your memories of George, and the support of friends and family at this time, sustain you in your time of grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brenda and Malcolm MacKenzie, Calgary,AB
Phil and Carol Schutte
February 4, 2012
Dear Judy and family, We were shocked and saddened to hear of George's passing. You have our deepest sympathies and prayers that you will be surrounded by peace, love and comfort. May God be with you as you go through this most difficult time.
February 3, 2012
Judy and family, we are so saddened by the passing of George as he was a special man in my life and was a great friend to me. He was a generous man and loved life so much...I will miss him alot.
Don and Betty Milligan
Dave Stewart
February 3, 2012
Dear Judy and Family, regret to hear about the passing of George. Have many happy memories of school days and living next door to the Milton Family at Lake Shore Property.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Regards Dave and Irene Stewart Scarborough, Ont,
February 3, 2012
Judy and family. We are deeply saddened at the sudden passing of George. He was a dear friend for over 6 decades. He has left a very positive impact with all those that he touched. Our deepest condolences go out to you and your family
John and Mary Alice Zupancic Edmonton AB
Shirley Chalmers
February 3, 2012
Dear Judy and family our thoughs and payers are with you. We were very saddened to hear of George's passing. He was a wonderful person and member of the ECC and he will be missed by all the staff who had the pleasure of knowing him.
February 3, 2012
I am very sorry to hear about George's passing. I was a fellow member of the Poplar Street Gang when we were kids together in Kirkland Lake.
Over the years my friend Reno Maki and I always turned to George for advice on any mining questions. His sage advice will always be valued.
Ken Crowther, Brampton Ontario
Jo-Anne Forbes-Zimny
February 3, 2012
Sorry to hear about George's passing. I was part of the Milton-Forbes family for 28 years. I never met George but I was married to his cousin Carl and he told me that George was quite the character and bigger then life. My condolences to the rest of the family.
Jo-Anne (Forbes) Zimny and daughters Tiffani and Racheal.
Rocco Meliambro
February 3, 2012
Judy and family. I am so saddened by you loss and for that matter our collective loss. George was a great friend and confidante and I will miss him immensely. He was one of my favorite people, I won't soon forget him.
February 3, 2012
Judy and Family-Our hearts are with you all at this time. Geroge will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Bill and Marnie Penny
Chris Knowler
February 3, 2012
I was very sadden to hear the news about George. It was 25 years ago he hired me as his assistant when I first entered the investment business.He was truly a passionate and caring person. My condolences go out to his family!
Dana Treasure
February 3, 2012
Kerry, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. I know what a difficult time this will be for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dennis/Doreen Erker
February 3, 2012
Judy and Family, so sorry to learn of George's passing. He lived a full life and will be missed by many friends but you in particular.
We will miss a great neighbor
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