220 Viva Drive, Trumann, AR 72472
In Loving Memory

Wilma Sue Milligan

Wilma Sue Milligan

Wilma Sue Milligan

November 25, 1930 - October 9, 2016

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Obituary

Mrs. Wilma Sue Milligan of Trumann departed this life on Sunday, October 9, 2016 at St. Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, Ark., at the age of 85 years, 10 months and 14 days. She was born Tuesday, November 25, 1930 in Fruitland, Tenn., and had live most of her lifetime in Trumann. She was a retired employee of Singer Company and ADT and a member of the First Baptist Church in Trumann. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alton Wayne Milligan; one grandson, Chad Wayne Phillips; son-in-law Charles Phillips; one sister, Eula Miller; one brother, Burnest Cotrell; and her parents, J.C. and Lula Mae Evans Cotrell. She is survived by one daughter, Marsha Phillips of Trumann; one son, Phillip Milligan of Dallas, TX; one granddaughter, Nicole Kelly of Trumann; and one great-granddaughter, Breanna Phillips of Trumann; three sisters, Bulah Berryman of Decatur, Ala., Marie Jones of Marked Tree, Ark., and Mary Bewley of Greensburg, Ind., one brother, Ernest Cotrell of Marked Tree, Ark. Funeral services will be Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m., at First Baptist Church, 1301 Highway 69 in Trumann, with Rev. John Maley and Dr. Tad Rogers officiating. Burial will follow Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery in Jonesboro, Ark. under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home in Trumann. The family request memorials be made to First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 575, Trumann, AR 72472. An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.

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October 13, 2016

First Baptist Church
Trumann, AR

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"Sending my heartfelt condolences to you all! Just think of this.....Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy! Do not worry, I've got you - The Universe

Lorna Uribe, Flower Mound, TX

October 20, 2016

"My sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Wilma. The loss of our dear loved ones can be very difficult and distressing to cope with. It has helped myself and others when we remember that they now safely rest in the loving memory of our Grand Creator, waiting for the fulfillment of His promised purpose. Also, may your own good and loving memories of Wilma help to soothe your hearts. Revelation 21:3-5; Psalms 37:11Sincerely, Carly, jw .org

Carly Poole ,

October 19, 2016

"My condolences to you and the family. Praying for your strength.

Tynisha Dumas, Justin, TX

October 13, 2016

"Marsha and Phil, know that we are praying for you. I have so many good memories of our childhood and the many times our families were together. great memories of your Mom and Dad. We have been blessed many times over. May Gods Grace be sufficient for you both. Love yall and Praying for you.

Mike Chaffin, Russellville, Ar

October 12, 2016

"My sincere condolences to you and your family. You're in my prayers Phillip. Love,Rosey

Rosemary Rivera, Flower Mound, Texas

October 12, 2016

"You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Lynn Osment, Trumann, AR. 72472

October 12, 2016

"My thoughts and Prayers for your family. The Love seen by Phillip for his Mother is truly heart warming. A great testament of a wonderful woman.

Diane McKee, Lewisville, Texas

October 12, 2016

"So sorry to hear of your mother's passing Phillip. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Stephanie Skinner, Flower Mound, TX

October 11, 2016

"I know your loss in deep. Please remember that your many friends are here for you. Are prayers are with you.

Ben Idziak, Bedford, Texas

October 11, 2016

"My prayers and condolences go out to the Family.

Monica Sowell, Hurst, Texas

October 11, 2016

"I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family at this difficult time.

Mary Alexander, Copper Canyon, TX

October 11, 2016

"Phillip,We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Jeff Bolen, Flower MOund, TX

October 11, 2016

"We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayer are with you. Chris and Bob O'Meara

Christine O'Meara, Flower Mound, TX

October 11, 2016

"Marsha and Phillipe, we are sorry for your loss. You had a wonderful Mom.

Jim and Elaine Isbell, Jonesboro, Ar.

October 11, 2016

"Phillip, I'm so sorry about the passing of your mother. My prayers for you and the family. Linda Smith Wylie

Linda Wylie, Rosemark, Tennessee

October 11, 2016

"Sending all of you our love and prayers.

George & Beth Nunnally, Bentonville, AR

October 11, 2016

"She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.

Jim and Myra (White) Osment, Germantown, Tn

October 11, 2016

"My condolences to the family in this time of grief. May the Lord heal your hearts.

Chris & Millie Simmons, The Colony, TX

October 11, 2016

"Dear Phillip,I am sorry to hear of your loss. Our condolences and prayers are for you and your family.-Marc

Marc Sanders, Azle, texas

October 11, 2016

"Phillip, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have enjoyed knowing your mom through the many stories you have shared with me. I am relieved for you that she is now very safe. She is in a wonderful place where she will not fall or become ill. I can't imagine losing my mom. I strongly believe we are never ready for losing our mom. My sincere sympathies to you and your family during this difficult time. Take Care, Your Friend Katy

Katy Taggart, Flower Mound

October 11, 2016

"Gracious Heavenly Father I pray for Peace and Comfort for the family in their time of loss. Please minister to each one in the way that only you can. AMEN

C. David Johnson, Keller

October 11, 2016

"Sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.

Jeniece Williams, Dallas, Texas

October 11, 2016

"TO THE MILLIGAN FAMILY, MAY YOU FIND COMFORT AND PEACE

LINDA HUSSEIN, FORT WORTH, TEXAS

October 11, 2016

"So sorry for your loss, I cannot imagine what you are all going through, nonetheless, my heart cries with yours. Phillip, I know how much you love/loved your mother. Praying for you and your family during this difficult time. Know that I am there in spirit with you my friend.Blessings,Carmen Garcia

Carmen Garcia, Dallas, TX

October 11, 2016

"My deepest sympathies and prayers to the family. Wilma and I worked together and she was without doubt a wonderful woman who in all aspects treated me like a son. I have many fond memories of her and she will be missed

Eddie Pierce, Bay Arkansas

October 11, 2016

"My deepest sympathies and prayers to the family. Wilma and I worked together and she was without doubt a wonderful woman who in all aspects treated me like a son. I have many fond memories of her and she will be missed

Eddie Pierce, Bay Arkansas

October 11, 2016

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Derrick Wood, Trumann

October 10, 2016

"Wilma was a dear, dear lady. She had a kindness that she passed along to Marsha and Phil. She will certainly be missed by her family and many friends whose lives she touched through the years. God bless all of you.

Mary Lee Brockton Cunningham, Jonesboro

October 10, 2016

"MY PRAYS ARE WITH THE FAMILY, ITS HARD TO LOSS A MOM, GRANDMOTHER AS WELL A GREAT GRANDMOTHER, BUT WE KNOW SHE IS WITH THE LORD AND NOT IN PAIN ANY MORE. LOVE YOU YOUR AUNT.

Diana Miligan, Truman

October 10, 2016

"Marsha, Phillip and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. She was a great Mom, one of my childhood memories is of eating strawberries with crackers, at your house, the two just didn't match, but Ms.. Wilma convinced me to try it and I liked it! You will miss her so, may God give you strength to do what you have to do. Hugs to you both, Dorothy

Dorothy Byford, Jonesboro

October 10, 2016

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