May 22,1936 – January 22, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our dad James (Jim) Arthur Milne on January 22, 2024, at Meadowood Manor personal care home.
James is survived by his stepchildren, Bill (Danielle) Kim, Robert and Karen and his grandsons, Steven and Matthew (Jackie) and by his children from a previous marriage, Bonnie (husband Brad and family) Patsy and family. Shannon (Gary and family). His two sisters Carol Boutet and family and Arlene Da Silva and family, Brother-in-law Lloyd Craddock (Glenda and family), and sister-in-law Lorraine Sigurdson and family along with Grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews and nieces and other loved family and friends.
James was predeceased by his parents James and Verna Milne, partner Brenda Kerr, brother Jack Milne, brother-in-in-laws and sister in laws, Garney Boutet, Doug Willis, Wally and Joyce Sereacki, Ray and Bev Mitenko, Murray Craddock, Son-in-law Heinz Bergen and nephew Raymond Mitenko.
Dad was born in Winnipeg on May 22,1936. He served with the Canadian Army Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI) airborne as a paratrooper and was stationed in Germany, Dad was also a member of NATO and received the special service medal.
Dad was involved for many years, along with our mom with the International War Veterans Alliance (IWVA), him as President and Mom as Treasure. They made many trips to the United States with the IWVA where they made many friends. Dad and mom also like to take bus trips to casinos in Manitoba and the U.S.
Dad retired from the City of Winnipeg’s Operation department where he received many awards for his safe driving record.
Dad also volunteered at Deer Lodge Hospital to call bingo.
Our dad was a man of integrity. Humble, kind and sweet, he was loved and respected.
Our family would like to thank all the staff at Meadowood Manor personal care home for there outstanding care.
Cremation has taken place, and a private gathering will be held later date.
6 thoughts on “James Milne”
Condolences to the family from all members of the Edmonton Branch of the PPCLI Association. Once a Patricia Always a Patricia. We will read him name allow at our next meeting. At the going down of the sun and in the morning we will remember him. May he Rest In Peace. VP
RIP Jim, condolences to the family.
The family visits at our home and cottage which
Jim was part of were wonderful times. Such a kind gentleman. Rest in peace.
On behalf of all ranks of Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry Regimental Headquarters, please accept our condolences on the recent passing of James Milne, a proud member of our Regiment. His name will be added to our Last Post so his Regiment and friends whom he served with will remember his spirit and history.
Regimental Major
Maj Steven S.A. Zivkow, CD
Regimental Warrant Officer
WO Gregory G. Davis, CD
I am so glad that my sisters and I were reunited with Dad during the past years ! Brad and I would travel from Petawawa to Winnipeg to take Dad to Remembrance Day Services at Minto Armouries and then to the St. James Legion afterwards ! He was so proud of his military service ! As Kim stated he was a true gentleman , quiet and humble !!! We absolutely adore our aunts , Carol and Arlene , and Kim , you have been a loving caring daughter , and Dad was blessed to have you in his life <3
My Uncle Jim was a tremendous human being with a heart of gold. He has passed our “family ring” to me which I wear with pride and honor. His infectious smile is with me forever and I will miss him fondly and deeply. A great spirit and proud veteran who served his country with dignity and respect.
Love you sweet Uncle. Lindsay