Larry Milkie

After a long, brave fight with cancer, Larry Milkie passed away Monday evening, surrounded by his family. He was born in Monroeville, Ohio, on September 26, 1939, to Charles and Mary Milkie. In 1957, he graduated from Monroeville High, where he was a short, but valuable guard on the basketball team. Larry worked in the newspaper business from the start. He delivered newspapers from ages nine through twelve, and at age 13, he got a job at the Monroeville Spectator. He worked as a printer in Sandusky, Cleveland, Colorado Springs, Denver, and Neenah, before settling in Green Bay to work at the Press-Gazette. Larry was instrumental in the founding and operation of Green Bay’s second daily paper, The News-Chronicle. After retirement, he enjoyed a sunset career at the east side Home Depot. On August 19, 1961, Larry married Marjorie Ellen Broud, his high school sweetheart. A few weeks ago, they were blessed to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary with their children and grandchildren. For 27 years, Larry served as a deacon and usher at Interfaith Fellowship (now Living Hope Church), where he was involved from its inception. He dearly loved the Lord and his people. Larry was a loving husband, father and grandpa, and he cherished his family. He was a hard worker, both at home and at work. He was kind and generous, and he was always there when anyone needed him. His favorite pastimes included watch repair, coin collecting, and attending his grandchildren’s activities. He was a great cook. He enjoyed sitting at the table on Sunday after church, eating dinner with his family. His love and laughter will be sorely missed. Larry is survived by Margie, his loving wife of fifty years, and their five children: son, Dean, and former spouse, Margaret; son, Dan, and wife, Beth; daughter, Dawn (House), and husband, Scott; son, Dale, and wife, Karen; daughter Donna; and 16 adored grandchildren, who love him dearly. He is also survived by his sister, Sue Ann Milkie (Fairchild), brother-in-law, James Herner, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Charles and Mary Milkie; sister, Marilyn Milkie (Herner); and brother-in-law, Russell Fairchild. Marjorie would like to thank Dr. Gautam and the staff at the Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic, as well as the staff at Aurora Hospice for the care and compassion they showed Larry and his family. Visitation will be held from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 8, 2011 at Living Hope Church, 1840 West Mason Street, Green Bay. Funeral service to follow, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Jerry Bruette officiating. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in his name.

Larry Milkie

September 26, 1939 - October 3, 2011