Robert Dee Milligan

Arlington, VA- Robert (Bob) Dee Milligan (KI4MB) passed away on 22 May 2013 in Arlington, VA He was born 27 February 1935 in Loogootee, IN to Richard C. and Vangie (Lyon) who predeceased him. He attended school in Loogootee, before joining the Army in 1950. He earned the Korean Service Medal with one Bronze Star while in Korea and spent time in Germany, as well as being stationed state side. After leaving the Army he worked as a Taxi Cab driver in Arlington before entering the government service with the Federal Aviation Administration as a teletype repairman. He worked his way up to become an electronic technician and retired in 2000. In retirement he enjoyed his Amateur Radio hobby, as well as spending time on the farm in Loogootee, IN.

He is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Mary (Maillet) three sons, Robert Neil of Catlett, VA; Leonard of Arlington, VA; Michael of Richmond, VA and a daughter, Frances (Scott) Meeker of Manassas, VA. He also leaves five sisters, Vera (James) Casper, Anna Dye, Virginia (Marvin) Arvin, Mary Miller, Ruth (Paul) Van Hoy and two brothers John and Keith (Nene). One brother, Foster, pre deceased him.

Burial was in the Northumberland Cemetery in Northumberland, NH. Honorary Pall Bearers were his sons, Robert, Leonard and Michael and daughter Frances.

Memorial Donations can be made in his memory to the American Diabetes Association PO Box 11454, Alexandria, VA. 22312; American Heart Association, 2 Wall Street Manchester, NH 03101; American Cancer Society, 2 Commerce Drive Suite 110 Bedford, New Hampshire 03110 or a charity of one's choice.