Mr. George Francis Milne
Apr. 2, 1930 - Aug. 20, 2012
MEBANE - Mr. George Francis Milne, 82, died Monday, Aug. 20, 2012 at the Hospice of Meadowlands, Hillsborough, N.C.
Born in Hackensack, N.J., he retired in 1986 with 24 years in radio, satellite and TV broadcasting with ABC in New Jersey before moving to North Carolina in 1995, where he pursued interests in several businesses, real estate and his love for old cars. He was a member of the Antique Car Club of America and Alamance Region AACA, Burlington, N.C.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Jo Hiecke Milne, whom he married December 15, 1951 in Wood Ridge, N.J.; daughters, Susan Jo Milne Hope and Diana Jo Goodell; son Christopher George Milne; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by parents, George Olsen Milne and Mildred Ramsey Milne; and a great-grandfather, Francis Milne, who came to America in 1902 from Aberdeen, Scotland.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
McClure Funeral Service of Mebane, N.C. is serving the family
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Roland Cargill - Sep. 5, 2012
It was with Deep Regret that I learned of George's passing. I like many others had got to know George through our shared interest in classic cars. I extend my Deepest Sympathy to the Milne Family.
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Linda Gorski - Aug. 30, 2012
Dear Mary Jo,
I was sorry to read of George's passing in the The Press (NJ) paper. We meet years ago via introduction by Del and Carl. I have often thought of you when I pass by the driveway entrance of your house in Frelinghuysen or use your broccoli salad recipe.
I hope you can find comfort in the memories of your life together.
With sympathy and prayers,
Linda Gorski
Marksboro, NJ
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Jerry Durham - Aug. 28, 2012
I am very sorry to learn of George's passing. I always enjoyed talking old cars with George when he would come into Pender Auto Parts, or anything else for that matter, he was just a joy to be around. I know he will be dearly missed by a lot of folks. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Mike Drowns - Aug. 25, 2012
I was saddened to hear of George's death. I meet George & Mary Jo about 6 years ago through our mutual interest in automobiles. George helped form a relationship with our 2 car clubs, that has benefited both clubs very well ever since.
George's sense of humor, his energy, and friendly manner were always present. I considered George a friend from the first time we talked and will always remember him as a good friend.
Sincerely,
Mike Drowns
Hillsborough,N.C.
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C. Griffith - Aug. 22, 2012
Dear Mary Jo,
I was very sorry to hear about the loss of your husband, George. I know you will miss him dearly, as well as cherish the many memories. It is times like these that we need comfort and support, and I look to God's Word the Bible for both, and I find scriptures such as 2Corinthians 1:3,4 which shows how the God of all comfort will give you the courage and the strength to cope. Psalms 55:22 assures us of God's love by allowing us to throw all of our burdens on him, and both John 11:25 and Acts 24:15, speaks of the resurrection hope, something we hold out for our dear loved ones and then Revelation 21:4 gives us the promise that pain, tears, sorrow and finally death will all soon be things of the past.
I hope these scriptures help you as they have for me. My thoughts and prayers will be with you in this most difficult time.
