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11/13/11 - NNHS Newsletter -
Charles Milne
Charles
Thomas Milne
(11 Jan 1946 - 06 Nov 2011)
Newport News High School Class
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Dear
Friends and Schoolmates,
It is with deep
regret that we bring you this sad edition of the NNHS Newsletter this early
Sunday morning.
 
Charles Milne, Student Body President of
1964,
brother
of
Bill Milne (Ahoskie HS, NC - '58) of NC,
Mary Ann Milne O'Connor ('60) of NC,
and
Eleanor Milne Kenitzer ('66) of CA, and
brother-in-law of
Phyllis Moore Milne ('60) of NC,
passed away at his home in Warne, North Carolina on Sunday, November 6, 2011
at the age of 65.
His mother, NNHS
English teacher 
Martha Jo Milne
(16 June 1914 - 30 July 2010),
passed away just last year, and his nephew Doug Milne,
five years ago:
http://nnhs65.com/08-02-10-NNHS-Martha-Jo-Walters-Milne.html
http://nnhs65.com/05-20-06-NNHS-William-Milne.html
From Cheryl Mays Howard ('66) of VA - 11/07/11, 7:31 AM -
"Typhoon death":
  
From Dave Spriggs ('64) of VA to the
Members of the Class of 1964 - 11/13/11, 1:47 AM - "
Charles Milne's Obituary":
From the Daily Press - 11/13/11:
Charles T. Milne
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WARNE, N.C. - Charles T. Milne, 65, passed away at his home in Warne,
N.C., on Nov. 6, 2011.
Charles was born in Farragut, Idaho, Jan. 11, 1946, and he graduated
from Newport News High School and New York University. He was a
musician, photographer, and graphic artist as well as the Director of
the Film School at New York University until 1996. After leaving NYU,
Charles was the Music and Choir Director at St. William Catholic Church
in Murphy, N.C.
Charles is preceded in death by his parents, the Rev. William Milne and
Martha Jo Milne; and two nephews, Ben Brewer and Doug Milne. |
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He is survived by his wife, Monikia Mueller Milne; his daughter, Katie
Milne (California); his brother, Bill Milne (North Carolina); sisters,
Mary O'Conner (North Carolina) and Eleanor Kenitzer (California);
nieces, Elizabeth Milne (Virginia) and Josie Justis (North Carolina);
and nephews, Chris Richter (Virginia) and David Kenitzer (California).
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, 2011, at St.
William Catholic Church in Murphy, N.C.
The family requests no flowers, but memorials may be made to the St.
Vincent DePaul Society at St. William Catholic Church or to the
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Hayesville, N.C. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at
http://www.dailypress.com/guestbooks.
Published in the Daily Press from November 13 to November 14, 2011.
Visit Guest Book
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The Milne Family,
I was deeply saddened to learn of Charles' passing and wish to extend my
sincere condolences to all of his family.
~ David A. Spriggs, NNHS Class of 1964, Norfolk, Virginia
Sympathy and caring to Charles' family. May you find comfort in
remembering the good times shared with him.
My heart sank
when I learned of Charles' passing. I guess God needed a
person of immense talent up in heaven. My sincere
condolences to Eleanor and the rest of his family.
Charles was a
class act who walked the talk. Even when ill he held his
head high and cared for others. Our show will go on but our
music will not be the same. Our prayers are with all who
loved him.
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Eleanor and family -
We were very sorry to hear of your great loss. Charles was a special guy and we
know you will cherish all of the great memories you have.
~ Marilyn (Payne) and Chuck Springfield
I am not sure
Charles would have even remembered me, but I do him. My
acquaintance with Charles was during the early years of high
school. We both played saxophone in the junior band. In the
later years of high school he left me behind academically,
socially, and in terms of maturity. But I always thought of him
as a friend.
~ Douglas Nelson, Dahlgren, Virginia
Eleanor,
I was sad to hear of the passing of your brother. Please know I
will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
~ Roland
So sorry to hear of
your loss.
~ Linda McKenna Sivilich, Aston, Pennsylvania
Eleanor,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother Charles. I
know how hard that can be as I lost my brother Jerry not so long
ago. You are in my prayers.
I was so sorry to hear
about Charles. We went through Newport News High class of '64
together. My thoughts and prayers are with you & your family.
~ Donna Chadwell Nunemaker, Stuart, Florida
Charles came to Wilson School in the
fifth grade. He sat behind me in class.
He was funny, talented, and nice to
everyone. He was a bright and shining
star even as a kid. Love and prayers,
Jean Poole Burton nnhs '64.8
As a fellow Typhoon and friend (from
many years ago), please accept my
sympathy in the loss of Charles. A
bright, bright mind . . . . I remember
that very clearly. Many are thinking of
you at this sad time.
Patsy Blackard Hallett (NNHS '65)
Eleanor,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of
your brother, Charles. My thoughts and
prayers are with you and your family.
I am so very sorry to learn of Charles'
passing. My deepest sympathy to Eleanor
and family. Growing up I delivered the
Daily Press to the Milnes, attended
Woodrow Wilson Elementary & NNHS, and
played in the junior band with Charles.
I lost contact with Charles after high
school. He may not have remembered me
but I will always remember Charles as a
class act and a standup guy.
My
condolences to all the Milne family. Charles was
a member of my high school graduating class. He
was a leader
Farewell Nickles, and Godspeed.
~ a friend
Eleanor and family,
As a Typhoon whose homeroom was blessed to be
led by your mother, I offer my sincere
condolences on the loss of your brother. I
didn't know him, but I remember you Eleanor, and
wanted to say "I care and will pray for your
family."
Sherry Hensel Huycke Class of '69
I am
so sorry about his passing: great leader, great
musician, was a major force at NYU Film School.
We had so much fun playing music together in
high school. My condolences to his family.
Eleanor and family,
I am so sorry that Charles had to leave his
family at such a young age. I know he is
celebrating with your parents in heaven right
now. Your family was always so special to many
of us at Orcutt. You are much loved and missed.
Our prayers are with you and the rest of the
family at this time.
I read today of
Charles' passing. We were classmates at NYU. I worked on
one of his student films. My deepest condolences to his
family.
~ Mitchell Block, Santa Monica, CA
Charles was one of the most talented and
brilliant people who ever lived in our town. I
am so saddened to hear of his passing, and my
best to his family and friends.
~ Joel Fisher
Eleanor and Family,
I am so sorry about the death of your
brother, Charles. I am thinking of you.
~ Anita Morgan Becker
Eleanor and Family,
I was saddened to learn of Charles'
passing and will keep you in my prayers.
~ Sam Fox, Litchfield Park, Arizona
Eleanor,
I was deeply saddened to hear of
Charles' passing. I am so happy to have
been fortunate to grow up with your
family at Orcutt Baptist & and
experience the love of your family. I am
happy to have been able to share time
with you & Charles at your Mom's
Memorial, & see Charles again. May the
memories you have bring you peace, &
know that you will be with him again one
day.
You are in my thoughts and prayers. May
the peace of so many friends comfort
you.
~ Brenda Insley, Henrico, Virginia
I never knew Charles
personally, even though we
both were in the NNHS class
of '64, but I always
remembered him as the most
likable and approachable of
the upper circle of the
class, wearing his school
celebrity and talent with an
almost offhand casualness
that made him all the more
likable. Years later, I
approached him after a
screening at an NYU student
film festival and we chatted
and resolved to stay in
touch -- alas, that never
happened. and I can only
consider it MY loss. My
heartfelt condolences go to
his family and his friends
everywhere.
A great and
talented
man. We will
miss him.
~ Trip
Ferguson,
Newport
News,
Virginia
Charles was
my teacher
at NYU Film
School for
many years.
I will never
forget his
"Sight and
Sound"
class. He
was the best
teacher I
have ever
had. He had
such great
insight as
to what
makes a
story work,
and I
learned so
much from
him. We
stayed in
touch for
many years
after I
graduated in
the early
80's. I'm so
sorry I
never got a
chance to
tell him how
much I loved
and
respected
him.
At the cabin
on Shoe Lane -
mid 60's
We met at
Wilson --
Shared much
at Newport
News High,
Even briefly
were
together at
CNC -- with
the
"Literary
and Duck
Feeding
Society"
I have not
seen Charles
in many
years, but
he will be
missed.
John Scull
To Eleanor, Mary Ann and Billy and Monika: My sincere condolences are with you at this difficult time. Charles was a very special person and will be missed. I am so happy that we could talk and be together a year ago when Mrs. Milne was laid to rest by her dear husband, Rev. Milne. We really got some good pictures at that time and sent Charles a set. We had so many good times when the Milne family had dinner in our home when we lived on Sycamore Avenue. Our prayers are with each of you. And to Monika, what a pleasure it was to meet you last year. You are good people.
God bless you,
Fred and Patty Mays, '60, '61, N.N.H.S
and members of the same church as you.
He was my teacher at NYU in the late 70's early 80's. He played a significant role in my film education. Inspiring, funny, charming. I'll never forget him. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Charles was my teacher and inspiration at NYU. His sense of humor, openness and willingness to give of himself are among my most enduring memories of my time in film school
Without his help and encouragement, I would never have had the courage to believe in myself and pursue my dreams... and he even literally picked up the phone and got me my first job in LA. Though I haven't talked to him for many, many years, I will miss him still.
Charles was the head of the film department at NYU when I was attending, and he always struck me as the epitome of a confident, bemused, adult. Before I'd given up my ill-conceived dreams of being a writer-director, I learned Charles had been surreptitiously using my student film as an editing teaching tool for its use of "economy". Because I hadn't given any thought to my editing, I shrugged it off as neither a compliment or even as interesting information. When later I became a film editor, this memory came to have more meaning. The thing that most astonishes me is that Charles was only 40 when I knew him and yet he was so much more of a knowing, self-assured, peaceful soul than I was at 40 or ever will be, and it makes me wish I'd known him better. I'm certain he could be telling me more of what I needed to know. My sincere condolences to the entire family. May your fond memories provide you with peace at this time and always. If there's ever anything I can do -- large or small -- please don't hesitate to be in touch. Kind regards,
Dear Eleanor,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Wilson and NNHS had some really good people pass through their halls, and Charles was definitely one of them. Our hearts and prayers are with you. May God bless all of you at this very difficult time.
~ Sharon Chaffin Tanner, NNHS Class of 1966
I worked with Charles Milne the past few years at St. William Catholic Church in Murphy, NC. Charles encouraged me as a young aspiring musician, and I'm so grateful to have known him. When he performed music it was truly from his heart. Charles, rest in peace friend.
Charles
was a
teacher
of mine
at NYU -
from
every
angle he
was a
great
teacher
and a
wonderful
person.
He will
be
missed.
~
Scott
Marcano,
Los
Angeles,
California
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What Wondrous
Love Is This?
Words by
Alexander Means
Music by William Walker, 1835
What wondrous love is this, O my
soul, O my soul!
What wondrous love is this, O my soul!
What wondrous love is this that caused the Lord of bliss
To bear the dreadful curse for my soul, for my soul,
To bear the dreadful curse for my soul.
When I was sinking down, sinking down, sinking down,
When I was sinking down, sinking down,
When I was sinking down beneath God’s righteous frown,
Christ laid aside His crown for my soul, for my soul,
Christ laid aside His crown for my soul.
To God and to the Lamb, I will sing, I will sing;
To God and to the Lamb, I will sing.
To God and to the Lamb Who is the great 'I Am';
While millions join the theme, I will sing, I will sing;
While millions join the theme, I will sing.
And when from death I’m free, I’ll sing on, I’ll sing on;
And when from death I’m free, I’ll sing on.
And when from death I’m free, I’ll sing and joyful be;
And through eternity, I’ll sing on, I’ll sing on;
And through eternity, I’ll sing on.
"What
Wondrous Love Is This?"
midi and lyrics courtesy of
http://www.advancedbreastcancer.org/songs51.html
- 05/21/07
Image of "Christ Carries His Cross" Painting courtesy of
http://family.webshots.com/photo/2199478760015913979jJFtmX
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Blackwork Flowers Divider Line clip art courtesy of
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What Wondrous Love Is This?
Words by
Alexander
Means
Music by
William
Walker,
1835
What wondrous love is this, O my
soul, O my soul!
What wondrous love is this, O my soul!
What wondrous love is this that caused the Lord of bliss
To bear the dreadful curse for my soul, for my soul,
To bear the dreadful curse for my soul.
When I was sinking down, sinking down, sinking down,
When I was sinking down, sinking down,
When I was sinking down beneath God’s righteous frown,
Christ laid aside His crown for my soul, for my soul,
Christ laid aside His crown for my soul.
To God and to the Lamb, I will sing, I will sing;
To God and to the Lamb, I will sing.
To God and to the Lamb Who is the great 'I Am';
While millions join the theme, I will sing, I will sing;
While millions join the theme, I will sing.
And when from death I’m free, I’ll sing on, I’ll sing on;
And when from death I’m free, I’ll sing on.
And when from death I’m free, I’ll sing and joyful be;
And through eternity, I’ll sing on, I’ll sing on;
And through eternity, I’ll sing on.
"What Wondrous Love Is This?" midi
and lyrics courtesy of
http://www.advancedbreastcancer.org/songs51.html
- 05/21/07
Image of
"Christ Carries His Cross" Painting courtesy of
http://family.webshots.com/photo/2199478760015913979jJFtmX
- 11/17/06
Blackwork Flowers Divider Line clip art courtesy of
http://www.bravenet.com
- 08/12/04
Navy Seal clip art courtesy of
http://www.onemileup.com/miniSeals.asp -
05/29/06
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