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Thomas MILLIGAN

August 23, 2016

Thomas Kinnaird Milligan

September 2, 1926 – August 23, 2016

The family of Tom Milligan announces his peaceful passing, just shy of his 90th birthday following a short stay in Shuswap Lake General Hospital, Salmon Arm. Tom was born the son of Jim & Mabel Milligan - he was raised in the Tynehead area of Surrey, and operated “Tom’s Barber Shop” in Cloverdale, for many years. During those years he was a very dedicated member of the Elks Lodge. He often spoke of the fond memories that he had of the years he and his sons shared together in Cloverdale. In 1975 he moved to Salmon Arm, and retired the following year. Tom enjoyed good health, and always looked forward to the summertime camping and golfing trips with friends and family. He and Carol enjoyed their winter home in Los Cabos for 16 years, as well as extensive trips abroad. Tom was predeceased by his parents, James F. Milligan & Mabel V. Milligan (nee Allin), sisters LeRoyce Goyne, Jean Taylor and brothers; Delbert, and Gilbert. Tom will always be remembered for his sense of humor, the sparkle in those blue eyes, and his overall love for his family, and life itself. He will be missed by his loving family; wife Carol Befus, sons Wayne (Shirley) of Langley and Darrell (Dorothy) of Trail, sister, Donna Imbeau, and brother Robert Milligan (Sylvia), grandchildren; Christopher, Michael, Lori, Ron, Jamie, Michelle & Melissa, fifteen great grandchildren, and his extended family Tracy, Dalyce, Heather and his many friends. As requested there will be no formal service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Shuswap Lake Hospital Foundation. A casual open house in Tom’s memory will be held at their home on Saturday, September 3, 2016. Drop in anytime 1:00 - 4:00 pm #29 1120 12 St. NE, Salmon Arm Family Internment will be at Valleyview Cemetery in Surrey, at a later date. Online condolences may be sent to Tom’s obituary at: www.bowersfuneralservice.com



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