Suddenly at the Kemptville District Hospital on Friday May 3, 2024. Frank Milne of Mountain. Beloved husband of the late Betty (Nee Chamberlain). Loving Dad of James (Arika), Martha (Keith) Friend and John (Nicole). Cherished Grandpa of Ryan(Merissa), Kirsten (Gerald), Sarah (Austin), Tyler, Kassie and great-grandchildren Emily, Franklin, Asher, Cynthia, Alexis, and Keirsten. Survived by his sister Mary (late Ralph) Fawcett, Doug (Phyllis) and sisters-in-law Jean and Joan Milne. Predeceased by his parents Frank and Ruth Milne, his brothers Art, Bob, and Allan Milne. Fondly remembered by the many nieces, nephews, neighbours, Hallville United Church congregation and longtime friends. By Frank’s wish, Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Mountain Township Agricultural Hall, 2967 Lough Road, South Mountain on Thursday May 9, 2024 from 1 to 4 p.m. By family request donations in Memory of Frank may be made to the Hallville United Church or the Winchester District Memorial Hospital Foundation In support of the New Dundas Manor. Arrangements entrusted to the Byers Funeral Home, South Mountain (613-989-3836). Online condolences may be made at www.byersfuneralhomeinc.ca
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Laura Lee Gallinger says
May 5, 2024 at 11:08 amDear Martha and Family, so sorry to hear of your father’s passing, many fond memories of visits to your home when we were young. Laura Lee Gallinger
Gisela says
May 5, 2024 at 1:04 pmFrank’s passing is such a great loss. He was a special man who demonstrated a quiet wisdom in all he said. His family, friends and church community (especially choir members) will miss him so very much. Condolences to Martha, John, James and families.
Henry Ceelen says
May 5, 2024 at 1:34 pmPlease accept my sincerest condolences and sympathies on Frank’s passing. He was definitely one of the greatest gentlemen I have ever known. A terrific role model. I was very fortunate to have Frank as one of my 4-H calf club leaders along with Ed Rose over my entire 4-H career. He inspired my interest in cattle breeding and taught me almost everything I ever knew about showmanship. I always looked forward to meeting with Frank at the local cattle shows and catching up.
I had the honour and privilege of providing veterinary services to Milnedale Farms from when I graduated from veterinary school until it ceased to be a dairy farm.
I am very disappointed that I will not be able to attend the Celebration of Life on May 9. I have commitments that I cannot break or reschedule. There is a great deal to celebrate in Frank’s life. Please accept my apologies.
ZENA REOCH says
May 5, 2024 at 3:08 pmI’m sorry to read this, Martha and Family.
Kemptville College Alumni Board says
May 5, 2024 at 3:36 pmThe Kemptville College Alumni extend sympathy to the Milne family. Frank was a proud ’55 grad and so was his late wife Betty . You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Wayne and Huguette Burns says
May 5, 2024 at 7:57 pmWe offer our sincere condolences on Frank’s passing. A kind and friendly man.
Garry Simzer says
May 6, 2024 at 7:28 amOur condolences to the Milne family. Frank was a great neighbour, and never complained about anything. A very hard working man, who will be greatly missed by the community.
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Phyllis MacMaster says
May 6, 2024 at 7:46 amSo sorry to hear about Frank’s passing. I had such a wonderful visit with him at Sandy Row a month or so ago. I always enjoyed my visits with Frank at the many Holstein Shows. He was a regular supporter of the shows whether local, regional or national. During his time as a breeder and a dairy farmer he supported the many farm organizations and contributed to the success of the industry through his involvement in the Dundas Holstein Club and EBI. The picture in his obituary is a fitting tribute to one of his life’s loves — the Holstein Cow. My deepest sympathy. He will be missed by his many friends in the agricultural community. We celebrate a life well lived. Phyllis MacMaster
Randy & Cheryl Holmes, Rolphton, Ont says
May 6, 2024 at 10:37 amJames, Martha, John and families,
We are very sorry for your loss. Sincere condolences
Brian & Sara Fawcett says
May 6, 2024 at 3:37 pmDear John & Nicole,
Our deepest sympathy to you all and family. Thoughts and prayers with you at this sad time.
Michael Lohuis says
May 6, 2024 at 4:21 pmDear Milne Family,
I’m very sorry to hear the news of Frank’s sudden passing. I had the great pleasure of working with Frank when he was Chairman of the Sire Committee for Eastern Breeders in the late 1980’s. He was a very kind mentor and guide for a newly hired sire analyst. I will always remember the earnest and practical conversations with him about the kind of cows that farmers like to work with and the great bulls behind them. He always kept his fellow farmers first and foremost in his decisions. He will be missed.
Freida Coleman says
May 6, 2024 at 4:59 pmSincere condolences to all the Milne family at this difficult time. Thoughts and prayers are going out to all of you. Wayne and Freida
Dwayne & Wilma Fawcett says
May 7, 2024 at 6:00 amOur deepest sympathy to the Milne family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Brian O'Connor says
May 7, 2024 at 6:12 pmTo the entire Milne Family,
I was very saddened to hear of Franks sudden passing- please accept my heartfelt condolences.
I am very blessed to have worked with Frank. Frank mentored Mike Lohuis and I as we started our careers fresh out of the University of Guelph. He was a very wise, kind, humble and respectful man that taught us to always think of how our genetic decisions would benefit the producers of Eastern Ontario. Frank was a selfless leader who people enjoyed to work with, and he always focused on what was best for the producers he represented in his role as Chairman of the EBI Sire Committee. He was a great travel companion as we visited farms together throughout Canada and the US. Lessons learned from Frank certainly helped my career in the AI Industry and serving producers. I have fond memories of Frank and Betty as a couple and enjoyed my visits with Frank each fall at the Metcalfe Championship Show.
I am very sorry that I will be unable to attend the Celebration of Life to remember one of the great people I have ever known. Frank will be sadly missed but fondly remembered for how he enhanced the lives of so many people.
Hugh and Joanne Metcalfe says
May 20, 2024 at 3:38 pmSending our sympathies to the Milne family.
Raymond and Shirley Porteous says
May 8, 2024 at 11:07 amWe are sorry to hear of Franks passing , he has been a friend for many years and we have always appreciated his wise council in the cattle industry . Our Sincere Sympathy to the Milne Family.Raymond and Shirley Porteous.
Suzanne (Rose) Irwin says
May 9, 2024 at 7:49 amJames, Martha, and John,
I am thinking of you today and reminiscing about all the times our families had together over the years. Lots of fun that’s for sure!
I send you my sincere condolences and hope that more good memories will help you through the days ahead. Frank will be missed by everyone in the Rose family.
Dave Ellis says
May 9, 2024 at 10:23 amJohn and Nicole,
Our deepest Sympathies on the loss of your Dad.
What an amazing legacy he leaves in the life of his children.
Thinking of you all at this time in our thoughts and prayers.
Dave and Laurie Ellis
Joyce and Ron Derraugh says
May 26, 2024 at 2:47 pmWe were so sorry to hear of Frank’s passing and sorry too that we were unable to attend his Celebration of Life. We were friends of Frank and Betty’s for a long time and always enjoyed visiting with them at church and social events. He was a kind and gentle soul and will be missed in our community. Condolences to all of Frank’s family and close friends. Joyce and Ron Derraugh
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