Obituary of Ronald W. Milburn

 

Milburn, Ronald W. “Ron”

Kochville Township, Michigan

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother-in-law, and uncle passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday morning, February 2, 2026, at his residence. He was 74 years old.

Ronald Walt Milburn was born September 5, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, to Clara Walt Milburn, and was lovingly raised by Fred and Florence Porterfield in Saginaw, Michigan. He married Jennifer Bowen on October 10, 1992, in Saginaw.

Ron proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, where he was a police officer with the 308 Security Police Squadron. Following his honorable military service, he dedicated 32 years to law enforcement, including 25 years as a Federal Police Officer with the Department of Veterans Affairs Police in Saginaw. During his career, Ron served as a training officer. He was a longtime member of the Fraternal Order of Police of Michigan. Ron retired following a lengthy illness.

Ron will be remembered for his love of shelter dogs, his enjoyment of going to the casino to play the slots, and his talent for finding the best bargain while shopping. Above all else, he cherished time spent with his wife and family.

Surviving are his loving wife of 34 years, Jennifer Milburn; five children, Jennifer Milburn, Ron Milburn Jr., Rosalyn Milburn, Amy (Chris) Rick, and Dan (Sara) Bowen; known as Grandpa Sunshine to his grandchildren, Isaac Milburn, Angelo Milburn, James Bowen, Mikenna Bowen, and Lincoln Rick; brothers-in-law, Stewart (Judy) Rood, Ralph (Judy) Rood, and Joseph (Jerrilyn) Rood; and many nieces and nephews.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents; his mother-in-law, Arlene Rood; and his sister-in-law, Julia (Dwayne) Garno.

The Milburn family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Laynes, MD, for the compassionate and dedicated care he provided to Ron over the years.

 “To the Rood Family: I would like to thank the Rood family for accepting me into the family. It has been a great honor. I will truly miss all of you. I will give Grandma Rood a hug and kiss for all of you. I will pray for all of you and I know I will see you all again one day. I have no doubt in my mind. Most of all, I will miss my wife, Jennifer dearly. Don’t forget me, because I won’t forget you.

To all my children: I will truly miss you all, including my step-children. I pray you will watch over your mother. She is a very special lady. She will need all the help you can give her. I will truly miss those blue eyes and that warm heart. I pray that all of you seek the lord because he is coming. I don’t want any of you left behind.” - Ron

In keeping with Ron’s wishes, cremation has taken place; there will be a private memorial service at a later date.

MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Shelter Angels Inc., P.O. Box 264, Linwood, MI 48634-0264. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family through www.deislerfuneralhome.com.

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