Robert Eugene Milliron passed away peacefully May 21, 2024, following a brief illness. Known as Bob to friends and family, Bob was born in Punxsutawney, PA, on February 29, 1948, to parents Naomi Elizabeth Clark and John Joseph Milliron.
After graduating from High School in 1966, he attended American University in Washington, DC, to study law. When a concentrated class offering was discontinued, he transferred to Indiana University of Pennsylvania where he changed his major to history and secondary education. He graduated in 1970 and accepted employment with the US Government as a US Postal Inspector, where he served for 30 years. He was highly respected among his peers and the upper echelon for his work ethic and integrity.
Upon retiring from the Inspection Service in December of 1999, he and his wife, Cathy of 48 plus years, relocated to Morganton, NC, in May of 2000, building a home in a golf course community, where they have resided happily for 24 years. Both Bob and Cathy enjoy playing golf and the great outdoors.
Bob is survived by his wife, Anna Catharine Jones, two daughters: Melinda Ann Milliron, of Centreville, VA, and Emily Dianne Milliron, of Cornelius, NC; grandchildren: Addison Elizabeth and Jackson Thomas; one brother Dr. Keith D. Milliron and his wife, Kathleen Laska; two nephews: Dr. Matthew Milliron and his wife, Dr. Bess Milliron; and Michael Milliron and his wife, Natalie, plus numerous cousins.
Bob was well- liked and respected by all who knew him for his kindness, his sense of humor, loyalty and accepting nature.
In lieu of a funeral service, a celebration of life will be planned at a later date.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Bob was our class counselor, Inspection Service Class 89-05. He was well liked and admired by all. He was patient, kind and respectful to all. He was a great role model to all us aspiring Inspectors!
Bob was an amazing instructor and a true gentleman. He made an impression on me that stuck with me my entire career and beyond. May his memory be a blessing.
I would like to express my condolences to Bob’s family and close friends. I met and knew Bob during my training at CDD, class 99-02. I respected him for his knowledge, wisdom and integrity. He was a superb mentor for aspiring Inspectors and many will remember him as a fine gentleman. He lives on as long as we remember him in our hearts. I know he rests in peace, as a teacher, he touched and helped shape the future.
My sincere condolences to Bob’s wife and family. Bob was my class counselor at Postal Inspector basic training in 1976. He was a great asset to the class and the agency. I know he was proud of his service as a Postal Inspector and part of the reason I am also proud. So much so my work report number is part of my email address. God bless you friend.
I was saddened to learn of Bob's passing. Bob was one of my instructors when I attended the Inspection Service Academy in 1977. Bob was one of the best, all round nice guys one could ever have known. It's my prayer that Bob's wife and extended family find peace in our Lord during this time of sorrow.
I used to live with them. I would love to come if I can.
Condolences and prayers go out to the Milliron family at this sad time. Bob was an instructor for our 89-03 Inspector class at the Academy. He helped our class get through and prepared us well. Great Inspector, but a better person. He helped push us through the tough times and was there for us for the fun times too. RIP Bob 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Bob and I shared office space at National Headquarters. He was an individual you wanted to get to know for his intellect, common sense and friendship. He never steered you wrong. He was extremely proud to be from the home of "Punxsutawney Phil ". He remained me of that quite often. May God bless and you rest in peace.
I am so sad to hear of Bob's passing. I was at CDB when Bob was there - what a terrific human being:) Please accept my prayers for your family and may God be with you at this time.
It was a privilege to learn from Inspector Milliron when I was a student at CDB. He made the then-fledgling ISDBIS computer a lot less intimidating. May God grant His peace which passes all understanding to his family and his many friends.