Wilbur Milledge

Wilbur L. Milledge, 84, of Churubusco, went to be with his Lord and Savior on October 9, 2021, at his residence. He was born in Fort Wayne, on November 29, 1936, to the late William and Zella (Hisshong) Milledge. Wilbur married Phillis A. Manier on December 29, 1959, in Fort Wayne. She preceded him in death on September 28, 2019. He was a member of the Charter Oak Church. Wilbur especially loved hunting and fishing. He worked as a truck driver with Renner's Express Trucking for 25 years and retired from CCX Trucking after 15 years. Wilbur is survived by a daughter, Cheryl Vanderveer of Fort Wayne; a son, James Milledge of Churubusco; three grandchildren, Leslie Dauge, Travis and Timmy Milledge; seven great-grandchildren, Braxton, Waylan, Evolet, Travis Jr., Breydon, Liam and Addison; a brother, Frank Milledge. He was preceded in death by seven brothers and two sisters. Funeral service will take place at Sheets and Childs Funeral Home, Churubusco Chapel, Saturday, October 16, 2021, at 4 pm, with calling two hours prior to service. Memorials to Southern Care Hospice. Online Guestbook or leave a personal note to the family at www.sheetsandchilds.com.