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Richard “Dick” C. Milkie
It is with heavy heart that we announce the passing of Richard “Dick” Milkie on March 13, 2026. He was born on April 16th, 1935 in Racine WI To Jerome and Alice (Riekkoff) Milkie. He attended St. Johns Sacred Heart and St. Edwards Grade Schools is Racine. Dick graduated from Racine St. Catherines High School in 1953 where he excelled at 3 varsity sports and was named Prom king senior year. Dick was proud to be inducted into both the St. Catherines and the St. Joseph, hall of fames.
In 1954 Dick met his future wife, Marion Gordon and they were married on April 28th, 1956. They enjoyed almost 70 years of marriage. In September of 1957 he joined the army but only served for 6 months. Upon arriving home in March of 1958, Marion and he welcomed their first child, a daughter, Lisa, a few weeks later. They would go on to be proud parents of three sons and one more daughter. During that time, Dick was working part-time with his father as a roofer, while working full-time at Western Publishing company in Racine. In 1957, Dick’s Roof Repair Service was born and remains in the family to this day. He decided to settle down in Kenosha permanently in 1962. In 1975, his part-time roofing business got so busy, he quit his job at Western Publishing and became a full-time roofer.
As his kids were growing up, he started coaching football and basketball at the CYC in 1969. He would go on to coach for 25 more years. In 1972, he started the Small Fry Basketball program out of Kenosha and coached in that program for more than 20 years. He was a positive influence and had a great impact on many children throughout his life.
Dick had a great love of fishing and took many trips to northern Wisconsin, Minnesota and Canada. His most treasured experiences were catching walleye in Canada with the Loewen gang and traveling to Lake Buckatabon in northern Wisconsin to fish for crappies at his family’s cabin. Dick had also bought a condo in Naples, FL and spent many winter months golfing and enjoying the warm weather. For many years, he could be spotted by golfers at Big Oaks, finding golf balls in the roughs. He prided himself on finding over 300,000 golf balls, selling many at flea markets.
Dick had a very outgoing and laid-back personality. He loved to tell stories about the old days of his youth. He found great joy in his kids and grandkids’ lives through coaching and spectating for decades. Dick was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Kenosha. He helped distribute toys and clothing every Christmas at the church. Dick had a very positive outlook on life. His motto was “Life is just a short vacation.”
Dick is survived by his beloved Wife, Marion Milkie. His 5 children, Lisa (Dick) Pignotti, Rick Milkie, Chris (Pam) Milkie, Jeff (Julie) Milkie, and Jayne Milkie. As well as his cherished 11 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Don (Joan) Milkie, and his sisters-in-law, Donna Strupp and Ev (Bob) Milkie. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jerome and Alice Milkie, his 2 brothers Robert and Jerome Milkie, brother-in-law Jim Strupp, nephew Robert Milkie Jr. and great grandson Jacob Hackl. Funeral services were held privately. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to Hospice Alliance.
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Eloise Glass says:
My deepest sympathy, from Mrs Glass, Myron and Walter Jr and the hold entire Glass family
Dr. Charmayne Brittelli Horton says:
This is a sad day. Dick was great, I used to sit with him at the St. Joe basket ball games.
Marion was just as great, saw her at exercise classes regularly.
And today my daughter has been working with Jeff on a new roof.
To all of the family and Lisa as well, my and Autumn’s prayers.
Dr. Charmayne Horton and the Major
Jarvis Brown says:
Love and Prayers from Jarvis and Jerome Brown
Larry Carbone says:
My deepest and sincere condolences to all. Growing up as neighbors on the north side with the Milkie family was great. Dick, Marion, my mom and dad, along with all of us kids had a friendship laden with many memories. Mr.Milkie was my football (Cardinals) and basketball (Pistons) coach growing up. He was always positive, encouraging and creative in his approach to the game. It was a very influential time in our childhood and he had a big impact on all of our lives. Thank You Mr. Milkie!! I hope you find comfort in knowing what a great husband, father and grandpa he was for these many years. Sending Love and Prayers.
Gregg Aleman says:
He was my Small Fry coach, I played on the same team as Chris. To Chris, your dad was a great coach, leader and a gentleman.
David & Marilyn Lauer says:
Our sympathies to all of the family at Dick’s passing. We know he went straight into heaven, with a huge “thanks for protecting my lambs from My horrible Wisconsin weather, Dick!” from “the Big Guy”. What a blessing Dick was to his family, and to the entire community.
Susan Eldridge says:
Deepest sympathy to a wonderful family. Dick was such a nice, well respected human being who was blessed with a beautiful family. It was a joy to have known all of you. Sorry for your loss.
Sherry from Grande prairie Prairie says:
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family
Sherry Sorenson says:
I am sorry for loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family
Judy & Darrell Murray says:
Our sympathy to Marion and the family. We have many good remembrances with Dick and Marion in Kenosha and when they lived in Naples. Dick loved golf ball hawking….Darrell has taken up the hobby!!
God bless
Jim Benko says:
Coach Milkie wasn’t just a coach — he was one of those rare souls who showed up for you as a whole person, not just a player. He taught you that winning with grace and losing with dignity matter far more than any scoreboard ever could. He filled practices with laughter, armed with jokes that probably made you groan and grin at the same time. And who else would wake you up singing, “How do you like your eggs in the morning?” He turned morning Small Fry sessions into something you’d actually look forward to. That’s not just a coach — that’s someone who loved his players deeply and wanted every moment to count. The sportsmanship, the wisdom, the laughs, and yes, even those songs — Coach Milkie wove himself into your story in a way that time simply cannot touch. What a gift he was and I’m blessed that he touch my life. All my thoughts and prayers with Mrs. Milkie and family.
Tim McClutchy says:
Very sorry to hear. Condolences from the McClutchy family.
Barbara Kortbein says:
Marion and family I am sorry to read this. May you all find comfort with knowing he is happy. Barb (Pulera) Kortbein