"Avery" Milligan, 83, of Tampa, FL passed away on Friday, December, 23, 2011 at Melech Hospice House, Temple Terrace.
Born in Plant City, Avery graduated from Hillsborough High School and attended the University of Tampa. He was a US Army veteran of WWII, serving as a paratrooper in the infantry and earning the rank of Private First Class. He retired as a professional salesman of different industries. He was known as a storyteller and historian.
Survivors include his son, Howard; daughter, Voncile Anderson, both of Tampa; sister, Nell McConnell of Denver, CO; and two grandsons, Trevor and Trent Anderson.
Graveside services with full military honors will be presented by the Marion County Memorial Honor Guard at 2PM on Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012 at Florida National Cemetery, 6502 SW 102nd Avenue, Bushnell, FL.
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Voncile, please know you and your family are in our prayers during this very difficult time. I didn’t know your Dad but he sounds like he was quite the character and someone everyone loved. He’s in good hands now with God’s angels and will always be there to watch over you. Karin
So sorry Voncile. Sounds like you had a wonderful relationship so plenty of good memories. Thinking of you all. Love, Deb
Voncile, Your father’s love will always be with you. May his memories bring you comfort.
Thinking of you all with sympathy. With Love, Martha
My heartfelt sorrow and prayers are with you. I remember meeting your dad and he was indeed a great person. It was easy for me to understand why *you* are so great. Beaver
Voncile, Trevor and Trent:
It’s almost been a year since your Father & Grandad died. It’s difficult to live through, it hurts for quite some time. Just wanted to let all of you know you remain in my thoughts & prayers. May the love & peace of God continue to surround you & bring you joy in knowing his spirit is with God.
Maggie