Frederick J. Milliken

Frederick “Fred” J. Milliken, age 75, of Broomall, PA, passed away Thursday October 5th, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.

Born 1948 in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late George S. Milliken and Elizabeth (nèe McGlinchey).

Fred and his loving wife Madelon were married for 52 years. He was a dedicated family man. He was a proud graduate of Marple Newtown High School. He obtained an Associate’s degree in accounting from Brandywine Junior College.

Fred worked for Acme Markets until his retirement. He was an active member of the Acme retiree breakfast club. Fred loved to coach his children and grandchildren in baseball and basketball. He also coached CYO girls’ basketball for St. Francis of Assisi and St Pius X. Fred was an avid Philadelphia sports Phan, he especially loved his Phillies. He also enjoyed gardening and playing pinochle, but he mostly enjoyed watching his grandchildren in all their activities.  

Fred was the beloved husband of Madelon M. (nèe McElaney) Milliken; loving father of Aileen Thomas (Chad), Fred Milliken Jr., Teresa Armstrong (Michael), and Patrick Milliken (Melissa); adoring Pop-Pop of Kirsten, Colin, Kayleigh, Cecilia, Avery, and Shane; caring brother of Bob Milliken (Diane), George P. Milliken (deceased) and sister-in-law Mary Ann Milliken. He is also survived by his many nieces, nephews, brother-in-law’s and sister-in-law’s.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Tuesday, October 10, 2023 8:30AM to 10:00AM at The Donohue Funeral Home, 3300 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073, 610-353-6300,  followed by his Funeral Mass at 10:30 AM at St. Anastasia Church, 3301 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073. Interment is private.