Obituary of Steven Todd Milbourne

Steven Todd Milbourne, 60, of Bridgeton, NJ, made his final transition the morning of Friday, January 10, 2025. He was born on June 24, 1964, to William E. Milbourne Sr. and Ruth M. Upshur-Milbourne in Millville, NJ. He was the husband of Sadie M. Loatman-Milbourne. After Steven graduated from Millville Senior High School he enlisted into the United States Army. He was highly active throughout his young life, from childhood baseball to his statewide accomplishments in high school wrestling. Steven met the love of his life and beloved wife, Sadie in 2012; they just celebrated 10 years of marriage on January 6th. They were inseparable! They were the driving force in each other’s lives. Together they shared a passion and love for their favorite NFL team, the Philadelphia Eagles. Steven was known for his strong will, unwavering determination, and love and support for his wife, his family and friends. After his discharge from the United States Army, Steven worked for his father doing masonry and later working for English Sewage. Steven was a kind and thoughtful soul and will be missed and remembered by the many lives he touched. Steven had the biggest heart and the most beautiful smile. He was a private person, yet he loved interacting with people. He was witty and fun! He was fearless and independent, yet sensitive and incredibly compassionate. He was strong-minded and stubborn, but those traits defined Steven. They were part of who he was, and his strength undoubtedly helped him deal with life’s challenges. Steven was preceded in death by his parents, William E. Milbourne Sr. and Ruth Upshur-Milbourne, maternal grandparents, Cecil W. Upshur Sr. and Ruth P. Shields-Williams (Henry), paternal grandparents, Edward (Ned) Milbourne and Mary Etta Brooks-Milbourne, siblings, Tonya L. Milbourne (1957-2008), Brenda L. Milbourne-Salas (1961-2011), Monica R. Milbourne (1960-2015) and Larry W. Milbourne (1956-2023). Steven is survived and missed by; his loving wife, Sadie; his children, Christina Fentress, Brianna Bailey, Jasmine Bailey and Douglas Johnson; stepdaughter, Shannon (Jarett) Mutts. Forever cherished and remembered by; his five brothers, William E. (Nancy) Milbourne Jr., Kevin M. (Danita) Milbourne Sr., Lionel E. (Sharon) Milbourne Sr., Marlin L. (Sh-Keer) Milbourne Sr. and Martin L. Milbourne; his five sisters, Marva Y. Milbourne, Rhonda Milbourne, Myra L. (Mark) Washington, Erica L. Milbourne and Brenda Hampton. His memory lives on with his host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 17th at 12 NOON at the PADGETT FUNERAL HOME 1107 State Hwy 77, Upper Deerfield Twp. Friends will be received at the funeral home from 11 AM to 12 NOON. Interment will take place at Fernwood Memorial Park, 794 Shiloh Pike, following the service. Written condolences can be sent to the family through the funeral home website www.padgettfuneralhomes.com.