Margery Mary Peter Milan

Margery Peter Milan, age 101, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Catherine McGovern Peter and Joseph Peter; her siblings, Catherine P. Smith, Marie P. Curcuru and J. Daniel Peter; and sons, Alvin Kenneth Milan and infant Douglas Milan. In 1942, she married the love of her life, Ira B. Milan. Their 83-year marriage was a true testament to love and commitment. For the past three years, they were honored as the oldest living married couple in Louisiana. Lovingly known as Margie, she treasured her family and faith. She enjoyed Sunday Mass, gardening, sewing, fishing, and puzzles. She shared her love of music by playing clarinet in the Ira Milan Polka Band and local American Legion bands. Margie is survived by her beloved spouse, Ira B. Milan and their children, Fredrick Milan (the late Beverley) of CA, Linda Milan Upchurch, (the late John) and Kalvin J. Milan (Jan). She also leaves behind 8 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends. A funeral Mass will be held at St. Philip Neri Catholic Church on Saturday, April 26 at 11:00 AM with visitation beginning at 9:30 AM.