Obituary of Garry Eugene Milley

MILLEY – Rev. Dr. Garry Eugene of St Thomas passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, May 13, 2022 at the age of 70. Beloved husband of Christine Louise Milley (nee Tilley). Garry is survived by his children Erika Dawn Massimi (Jonathan) of Kitchener, Andrew Augustus Clarke Milley (Crystal) of St John’s, NL, and Philip Alexander Seth Milley (Gwenyth) of Elmira; grandchildren Samuel, Silas and Eloise Massimi, Sophia and Ethan Milley and Adelaide Milley. Sadly missed by his mother Aletha Ricketts (late Herbert) and siblings David Milley (late Donna), Graham Milley (Karen) and Elaina Jones (late Michael) and many nieces, nephews and extended family. Predeceased by his father Eric Reginald Milley. Garry loved his wife, family, and treasured his grandchildren who were his pride and joy. In addition to being a husband, father and grandfather, Garry will be remembered as a gentle and generous man of God lacking in prejudice, a proud Newfoundlander, a pastor, photographer, and teacher who deeply loved others and who treated even strangers as family. He is cherished by his many family members, friends and students who are spread out around the globe. Arrangements entrusted to the Shawn Jackson Funeral Home, 31 Elgin Street, St. Thomas (519-631-0570). Visitation will be held at LifeHouse St Thomas, 144 Wellington Street, St Thomas on Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. with the service held at 2:00 p.m. A scholarship fund will be established in Garry’s memory to support the students of the Theological Seminaries in L’viv and Korosten, Ukraine. Donations are greatly appreciated and can be made to The Master’s Foundation through www.canadahelps.org Personal condolences to the family can be made at www.sjfh.ca Out of respect for the health of others, the family requests that masks be worn during the visitation and service to allow all to attend in-person.