MILTON, REGINALD "REG" E. - 1931 - 2012 -
Reginald "Reg" E. Milton, 80, of Hopewell Cape passed away on May 6, 2012 at his residence following a lengthy illness. Reg was born in Osborne Corner on September 1, 1931 the son of the late Peter and Doris (Butland) Milton. He was a true jack of all trades but especially enjoyed carpentry and working in the woods. He attended the Lower Cape Baptist Church and the Lower Coverdale Baptist Church when he was able. Reg loved being outdoors and it was truly one of his favorite places to be. His passion was hunting and he also enjoyed fishing. He was a member of the Burrow Hills Golf Club and was an avid golfer. He also had a special place in his heart for animals and his dog Kody and new dog, Reno meant the world to him. Reg felt so blessed to be able to stay in his home and have his caring and devoted family look after him. He had to be on dialysis and his wife, Gerry, made it possible to have the treatments done at home where he was comfortable. He was truly grateful to her for everything she did. Also to his treasured children and grandchildren, the last few years have been tough but really brought the family together when it counted. It made the time together so important and they have many beautiful memories to cherish. Reg is now at peace with nature and God. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife, Geraldine (Atkinson) Milton of Hopewell Cape; son, Parker Milton (Carol) of Stoney Creek; daughters, Deborah Milton (Brent) of Moncton, Jan Lutes (Russell) of Riverview, Gail Fillmore (Tom) of Beersville and Kim Tingley (Terry) of Riverview; his precious 16 grandchildren and two great-granddaughters, and he will be watching down on his newest great-grandson due in June; Sisters, Vivian Campbell of Hillsborough, Gloria Chase of Stoney Creek; brother, Richard "Dick" Milton of Weldon. He will also be missed by several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his step-father, Reginald Chase; sisters, Theresa, Harriett and Marjorie; brother, Darrell Chase.
The family will be meeting with relatives and friends for visitation on Thursday, May 10th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9pm. A Memorial Service and Celebration of his life will be held at the Albert County Funeral Home on Friday, May 11th, 2012 at 2:00pm with Pastor Leonard Geldart officiating and Rev Gordon Horsman assisting. Interment will be held in the Mountain View Cemetery, Lower Cape, NB. Family flowers only please, donations to the Dr. Georges L. Dumont Dialysis Unit, Hillsborough Volunteer Fire Department or Juvenile Diabetes Association would be greatly appreciated by the family. Due to allergies please refrain from wearing scents or perfumes to the visitation or Memorial Service. Arrangements are in the care of the Albert County Funeral Home, 4130 Route 114, Hopewell Cape, NB, 734-2780 www.albertcountyfh.com