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EDWIN MILBURY Obituary

MILBURY-- Edwin (Morley) Van Rensselaer, 81, of Ligonier, peacefully passed away Friday morning, December 4, 2020. He was home at Stirling Hall surrounded by his loving wife, family, and friends. Morley was born in New York on May 23, 1939. He attended Irving School and Hackley School, Tarrytown, New York, and The University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA. Morley enjoyed golfing, tennis, sailing, and had a love of horses. He was married to Cassandra King Mellon (Lady P) at Huntland Downs in Ligonier, PA on September 29, 1979. Morley loved spending time with his beloved Lady P at their home (Long House) in Woods Hole, MA, as well as their home in Antigua, West Indies (Weatherside). The adventures with Lady P and friends to Antigua, Africa, London, and numerous destinations in the U.S. were among Morley's treasured memories. Morley will be remembered for his vivacious sense of humor, love of adventure, charm, kindness, and unending generosity. He was a longtime member of Rolling Rock Club, Ligonier; as well as being a member of The Duquesne Club, Pittsburgh, PA; Mill Reef Club, St. Johns, Antigua; Laurel Valley Golf Club, Ligonier, PA; Latrobe Country Club, Latrobe, PA; Oyster Harbors Club, Osterville, MA; and Woods Hole Golf Club, Woods Hole, MA. In addition to his wife, Cassandra Milbury, he is survived by his step- son, Bruce Henderson (Angela); his step-daughter, Christina Henderson; and three grandchildren: Andrew, Kendra, and Scotty. A private ceremony will be held at a date to be determined. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the St. Michaels of the Valley Church of Rector PA. Mailing address: P.O. Box 336 Ligonier, PA 15658. For online giving: https://tithely/ give?c=1977092

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Published by New York Times on Dec. 6, 2020.

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John Nicolella

October 27, 2025

Ed was mentored early on by Main line socialite and businesswoman,Iris May. He was a social butterfly and fashionista.

J.R. DEMIJOHN

November 30, 2022

MR. MILBURY, WORKING FOR YOU AND MRS. MILBURY IS ONE OF THE MOST CHERISHED WORK MEMORIES I HAVE. WHAT A SENSE OF HUMOR.

James Demijohn

November 2, 2021

I worked for the Mellon family on their yacht, in the early 80's. Mr. Milbury was always gracious, polite, humorous and composed. He mooned me once, wearing boxer shorts, not a bare bum. He loved caviar. I duplicated his special spread. He got after me, via the steward, until the steward notified him the chef had prepared it (me). My Mexican silver ring lies at the bottom of Woods Hole harbor, amid the eel grass; it flew off my finger, in a strong stroke. Working for Morley and Sweet Pea was a very fine experience. When they discharged me (I just didn't have the horsepower), I was given two months severance. That was the premiere job of my career. Adios Mr. Milbury

Patty Lindsay

January 29, 2021

I only just saw that Lord Morley (as he loved to be called..in a fun way) passed away last month. This saddens me very much but my memories of him will always remain. I was actually their personal chef on the yacht Litchfield Lady..how lucky was I to work for these two wonderful people that treated me with such respect and kindness! I am thinking about Mrs. Milbury today and share her sorrow! You both will always be so special to me..

Philip Rodriguez

December 20, 2020

Morley was very kind and genuine. He loved to laugh and reflect on all the memories of a life well spent. He would always comment fondly on the numerous photos scattered throughout their beautiful home. I feel grateful to have been able to spend time at Long House with Morley, Lady P, their guests and staff. I will miss being called ‘son’.

Simone Taylor

December 11, 2020

Please except my deepest sympathies to you and your family at this time of grieving. May God be with you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kim Smith

December 9, 2020

My deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Millbury, from a friend of the Rolling Rock Hunt and RRH Pony Club.

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