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MILLIGAN -- Charles. Dr. Charles Darwin Milligan, passed away unexpectedly Friday, December 10, 2004. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Betty Milligan; daughters, Lila Boyden and husband, Tom, Charla Rice, Carol Shelton and husband, Paul; grandchildren, Ashley and Nick Boyden, LCPL Marshall Medrano, Drake and Spencer Shelton; brother, Carroll S. Milligan and wife, Virginia and their sons, Steve, Terry and Charlie. He was preceded in death by his sister, Vivian Moffett. Dr. Milligan was born on March 18, 1921 to Charles and Erma Milligan. He graduated from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1944. He established his medical practice in Fort Sumner, NM (1944 -1946), Santa Rosa, NM (1946 - 1958), and Albuquerque (1958 - 1998). He was a founding physician of the Osteopathic Hospital and St. Joseph's Northeast Heights Hospital, served as president of the New Mexico Osteopathic Association, was voted Physician of the Year in 1989, and was a lifetime member of the American Osteopathic Association as well as the New Mexico Osteopathic Association. Dr. Milligan was instrumental in establishing the Community Dental Clinic, serving as a board member and president, and was honored with the Charles Milligan Dental Building dedication in October 1988. Dr. Milligan also served as president and board member of Good Shepherd Manor, was on the board and Director of the Police Athletic League and was a ring side physician for the New Mexico State Athletic Commission. He was a member of Ballut Abyad Shrine, Masonic Lodge #51, School Board and Fire Department of Santa Rosa. During his years in practice, Dr. Milligan enjoyed providing medical care for families and delivered over 5,000 babies. He enjoyed his airplane, quarter horses, fishing, hunting and his roses. His favorite times were those shared with family, especially his grandchildren, and sharing stories with colleagues, neighbors and friends at Murphy's Mule Barn. His compassion and humor will be missed by all who had the fortune to know him. The family would like to thank Lovelace Medical Center, physicians and staff. Services will be held Monday, 1:00 p.m., at Calvary Chapel, 4001 Osuna Rd. NE, with Pastor Neil Ortiz officiating. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Friends may visit French Mortuary, University Blvd. Chapel, Sunday, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Community Dental Clinic, 2116 Hinkle SE, 87102. French Mortuary 1111 University Blvd. NE 843-6333
        Published on: Sun December 12, 2004