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David Wilfred Millward

1945 - 2020

David Wilfred Millward obituary, 1945-2020, Omaha, NE

BORN

1945

DIED

2020

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Omaha, Nebraska

David Millward Obituary

Millward, David Wilfred

December 27, 1945 - September 14, 2020

David Millward passed away Monday, September 14, 2020, at the age of 74. Born in Sheffield, England, he was preceded in death by his parents, Stanley and Evelyn Millward; his daughter, Hayley Millward; and his three loving sisters, Jean White, Pat Harrison and Barbara Staley.

He is survived by his wife, Sue and their children: son and daughter-in-law, Lee and Evelyn Millward, daughter and son-in-law, Stephanie and Brian Kronberg, daughter, Joanne Millward in England. He has seven loving grandchildren, and a huge family of nieces and nephews in England.

David served proudly in the British Armed Forces in such places as Singapore, Dhofar and Aden. He was also working in Uganda after the fall of Idi Amin. Difficult as these experiences were, he made lifelong friends with the people with whom he served - they were his "Band of Brothers."

Bigger than life, he could laugh, love and argue all in the same breath. His priorities in life were family, children, nature and all animals great and small. His joy of life, and ability to love, will remain always in the memories of those who knew him.

There will be a graveside service Wednesday at Temple Israel Cemetery for family only. Memorials for David may be made to Temple Israel or Help for Heroes in the UK.

JOHN A. GENTLEMAN MORTUARIES AND CREMATORY

72nd STREET CHAPEL, 1010 N 72nd Street

(402) 391-1664 | www.johnagentleman.com

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Published by Omaha World-Herald on Sep. 16, 2020.

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David Hutler

February 16, 2021

My greatest sympathy Sue. One of the nicest "Long Range Snipers" I´ve met and worked with. Would do and give anything. Rest in peace.
A Miami colleague

Michaela Getz

October 5, 2020

Dear Sue. I was so saddened to hear of David's passing. My love and sympathy go out to you and your family. We had so many wonderful times together, filled with laughter and fellowship. My deepest sympathy, Michaela

Grove of 100 Memorial Trees

Kim Kronberg

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Steve Irons

September 19, 2020

See you later commando brother

Rory Robinson

September 17, 2020

Always happy and smiling never ran people down.

David Matthews

September 16, 2020

Farewell my Commando brother , you really did go where Angels fear to tread . The epitome of a Commando Gunner , respected by all who knew and served with you . My sincere condolences to your loving lass , family and friends . Stand down duty done , United We Conquer.

David Williamson

September 16, 2020

Rest in peace, old buddy, Willy.

David Mann

September 16, 2020

Rest in peace old friend,you will be remembered by many .

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