Milligan Garth Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Milligan Garth was born on November 6, 1920 in rural Decatur, Alabama. He was the third of four sons from the union of the late Eddie and Clemmie May Carpenter Garth. When he was a young boy the family left the farm and relocated to Homestead, Pennsylvania. In his late teens he met Rose Mae Bose. For him, it was love at first sight. He and his "Rose" were united in marriage and from this union 9 children were born. They raised their children in a loving and caring environment and they shared an enduring deeply committed relationship for over 57 years. Milligan, like most of the men of his generation, spent his entire working career in the steel mill. He was employed at the United States Steel Corporation, Homestead, Works retiring with over 42 years of service. For him, work and family was his life. He was a dedicated and loyal employee. His work ethic was such that he was able to, upon his retirement, say "I never missed a day of work!" He was a giver; a good provider for his family his entire life and still always willing to lend a helping hand to others in need. He liked to joke and make people laugh. On May 9, 2014 Milligan Garth, Sr. at the age of ninety-three and a half, while asleep quietly and peacefully departed this life at home in Florida. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Rose Garth; and brothers; John and Clarence. He leaves to honor and cherish his memory a legion of loved ones; his nine devoted children: James (Vicky) Garth, Anna Adams, Milligan (Troy) Garth, Jr., Clarence (Darlene) Garth; brother, Fred Garth; brothers-in-law: Gene and Charles Rose and sister-in-law, Dorothy; 30 grandchildren including several step grandchildren, 76 great grandchildren, and 12 great great grandchildren all of whom he truly cherished and adored; over 140 nieces, nephews, great and great great nieces and nephews; several daughters and sons-in-law and good friends too numerous to mention. He will be greatly missed. We love you, Dad.

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Milligan Garth

November 6, 1920 - May 9, 2014