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Milton C Zilis 1928 - 2011
Milton Charles Zilis of Thiensville, Ozaukee County, WI was born on December 16, 1928 in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois United States, and died at age 82 years old on August 23, 2011 in Thiensville, Ozaukee County, WI. Milton Zilis was buried at Resurrection Cemetery and Mausoleum in Mequon.
Milton Charles Zilis
Thiensville, Ozaukee County, WI 53092
December 16, 1928
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, United States
August 23, 2011
Thiensville, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin, 53092, United States
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Milton Charles Zilis' History: 1928 - 2011
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Milton Charles Zilis was born to John Joseph Zilis (1898 - 1938) and Jewel "Julia" Ann Duffy (1903 - 1931). He had two siblings: a brother, David John Zilis (1924 - 2009) and a half-sister, Anna May Zilis (born 1922). Milton Zilis married Shir-Lee Weiss and they were married for 56 years, until his death. They had children Susan, Kevin, Patrick, and Michael. A veteran of the United States Navy, Milton served during the Korean Conflict. See Milton C Zilis: Obituary.
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12/161928December 16, 1928BirthdateChicago, Cook County, Illinois United StatesBirthplaceADVERTISEMENT BY
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Milton was Caucasian of Irish heritage.
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Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois Milton moved to Wisconsin later in life and died in Thiensville, Wisconsin at the age of 82. He is buried in Mequon, Wisconsin.
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Milton received degrees from the Illinois Institute of Technology and the University of Chicago.
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Milton belonged to the Lumen Christi Catholic Church, serving on the finance committee, as communion distributor and in conducting the Thursday morning prayer / communion service.
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Milt was a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy and served in the submarine service during the Korean conflict.
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He retired from Johnson Controls as vice president and general manager of the battery division.
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In 1947, at the age of 18, Milton was 5 feet 9.5 inches tall, weighed 145 pounds, and had blue eyes, brown hair, and a "light" complexion. Milton married Shir-Lee Weis and they had four children: Susan, Kevin, Patrick, and Michael. He was also survived by seven grandchildren and a great-grandchild. As a counselor at SCORE, Milton served as chairman for two years and secretary for several years. Milt gave much time to Lumen Christi Catholic Church, serving on the finance committee, as communion distributor and in conducting the Thursday morning prayer / communion service. He taught in the Milwaukee Literacy program for several years. Milt enjoyed playing golf and racquet ball, world travel with his wife, playing cards and cribbage and working puzzles. Most important to him was spending time with his family. Milt will always be remembered for his love, friendliness, quick smile and Irish wit.
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08/232011August 23, 2011Death dateUnknownThiensville, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin 53092, United StatesCause of deathDeath locationADVERTISEMENT BY
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mm/dd/yyyyFuneral dateResurrection Cemetery and Mausoleum in Mequon, Ozaukee County, WIBurial location
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Zilis, Milton Charles Found eternal peace on August 23, 2011. Milt was the beloved husband of Shir-Lee (nee Weiss) for 56 years. He was the dear father of Susan Cooney (Jay), Kevin (Linda), Patrick (Diana) and Michael (Erin); as well as the proud grandfather of Christopher (Jennifer), Megan, Ashley, Ryan, Caitlin, Matthew and Brian, and great- grandfather of Mya. Milt was born in Chicago and received degrees from the Illinois Institute of Technology and the University of Chicago. Milt was a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy and served in the submarine service during the Korean conflict. He retired from Johnson Controls as vice president and general manager of the battery division. As a counselor at SCORE, he served as chairman for two years and secretary for several years. Milt gave much time to Lumen Christi Catholic Church, serving on the finance committee, as communion distributor and in conducting the Thursday morning prayer / communion service. He taught in the Milwaukee Literacy program for several years. Milt enjoyed playing golf and racquet ball, world travel with his wife, playing cards and cribbage and working puzzles. Most important to him was spending time with his family. Milt will always be remembered for his love, friendliness, quick smile and Irish wit. A light has gone out in the Zilis family. Visitation at LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2700 West Mequon Road, Mequon, WI will be on Friday, September 2, from 10 AM to the time of the celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM. Entombment will be private. Memorials may be sent to Helping Hand of Lumen Christi Catholic Church (office), 11300 North St. James Lane, Mequon, WI 53092. - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, published from Aug. 28 to Aug. 31, 2011ADVERTISEMENT BYLooking for more information?
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Other Zilis Family Biographies
Zilis, Anthony (May 15, 1888 - Nov 1965)
Zilis, Annie (Jan 7, 1891 - Dec 1978)
Zilis, Joseph (Sep 5, 1888 - Dec 1973)
Zilis, Margaret (Apr 7, 1898 - May 1984)
Zilis, John (Nov 23, 1927 - May 1978)
Zilis, John (Jun 21, 1960 - Mar 29, 2005)
Zilis, Algerd (Oct 23, 1925 - Dec 18, 1985)
Zilis, James (Nov 11, 1934 - Aug 1985)
Zilis, Alice (May 19, 1926 - Oct 23, 2003)
Zilis, Warren (Jan 19, 1939 - Mar 2, 1997)
Zilis, Lillian (Sep 30, 1908 - Apr 1992)
Zilis, Meilute (Feb 11, 1901 - Feb 25, 1998)
Zilis, Roger (Oct 12, 1923 - Sep 20, 1997)
Zilis, Helen (Jan 13, 1917 - Apr 21, 1999)
Zilis, Helene (Jan 5, 1903 - Jan 1986)
Zilis, Cecilia (Mar 30, 1913 - Dec 1972)
Zilis, George (Sep 3, 1921 - May 17, 1998)
Zilis, David (Apr 28, 1924 - Oct 14, 2009)
Zilis, Patricia (Dec 2, 1939 - Jan 10, 2006)
Zilis, Charles (Dec 23, 1913 - Jan 1993)
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