Lieutenant Kenneth Clark Milligan

1927 - 2017

Lieutenant Kenneth Clark Milligan obituary, 1927-2017, Knoxville, TN

BORN

1927

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home & Lynnhurst Cemetery

2300 West Adair Drive

Knoxville, Tennessee

Kenneth Milligan Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 11, 2017.

Lieutenant Kenneth Clark Milligan, age 90, of Knoxville, passed away Thursday, August 10, 2017. He was a member of Dante Church of God. He was retired from Knoxville Police Department and formerly employed with Knox County Sheriff Department. He was a veteran of U.S. Army and served as an MP at Y-12 during WWII. Kenneth held racing championships in both Tennessee and Kentucky and was on the NASCAR circuit in the 1950's. Survivors include wife, Rose Compton Milligan; children, Brenda Battershell and husband, Michael, Kenneth F. Milligan and wife, Patricia, Rebecca Davis, Lisa Long and husband, Larry; six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson, sisters; Frances Fritts, Mary Lynn Oxendine, brother; Johnny R. Milligan and wife, Carolyn. The family will receive friends 5-7 p.m. Saturday with the funeral service to follow at Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home, 2300 Adair Dr. Family and friends will meet for the 11:00 a.m. interment Sunday at Lynnhurst Cemetery. Condolences may be offered at www.berrylynnhurst.com

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August 13, 2017

Lt Doug Goin, KPD retired

So sorry for your loss. I will always hold fond memories of Lt. Milligan, he was my first Leiutenant.

August 13, 2017

So sorry for your loss he was a great man Ronnie Braden

August 12, 2017

Terri Everett Ridings

Our family goes back many years with Mr Milligan and my Grandad Dave Everett. Both were great Friends.. KPD Partners and stock car partners long ago. Prayers for your family. RIP Mr Milligan.

August 12, 2017

Patsy Duke

I'm so sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with Sister Rose and family.

August 12, 2017

Dr. William B. Campbell

Officer Kenneth Milligan was assigned to add a civilian rider on his route some 40 years ago. As the civilian matured by his training, a friendship occurred that lasted for many years. Now, I must say fare well to Ken until we meet in the future. My prayers go with you. Doc.

August 12, 2017

Sorry for your loss, but joyful for his gain. He lived life to the fullest and deserves his rest. Your family will be in our prayers. May God send the Comforter to lift you up during this time .
With sympathy and prayers, Billie and Tony Metler

August 12, 2017

Linda Mantooth

I'm so sorry for your loss. Mr. Milligan was a long time and good neighbor. My thoughts and prayers are with all his family and friends.

August 11, 2017

Dwaine Fritts

Uncle Kenneth enjoyed having you at our house for dinner and going to dinner with you on the past few sunday's. worshipping with you at church. seeing you raise your hands and praising God. never forget the times as a child coming to your house even as an adult .hearing you speak and tell of old times. and that unique chuckle at the end of your story. and thank for your service to America thank you for your service in law enforcement and thank you for your service to our Lord! will miss you so. but will see you again in glory! --Dwaine&Brenda Fritts

August 11, 2017

Harold Elkins

With fond memories, Harold and Peggy

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Aug

12

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home & Lynnhurst Cemetery

2300 West Adair Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918

Aug

12

Funeral service

7:00 p.m.

Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home & Lynnhurst Cemetery

2300 West Adair Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918

Aug

13

Interment

11:00 a.m.

Lynnhurst Cemetery

TN

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Berry Lynnhurst Funeral Home & Lynnhurst Cemetery

2300 West Adair Drive, Knoxville, TN 37918

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