Milton Futrell Obituary Milton T. Futrell September 22, 1919 － July 4, 2017 Courtland, VA － Milton T. Futrell, 97, passed away peacefully at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital surrounded by his family on July 4, 2017. He was born on September 22, 1919 in Potecasi, NC to the late Walter P. and Mary J. Futrell. He was the loving husband of Katherine K. Futrell for the last 75 years. Milton was predeceased by his brothers Walter Wingate Futrell Sr. and James Wilson Futrell. Milton is survived by his sons: Milton Thomas Futrell Jr. (Jane) and Douglass Kirkland Futrell (Adlyn), grandchildren: Kathy F. Dunlow, Brian Winfield Futrell (Mandy), Molly Futrell, and Alexandria Futrell, the loves of his life, his great-grandchildren: Christopher, Alexis, Christina, James, Jake, and Mason, his brother-in-law: Ollie W. "Mutt" Kirkland (Betty), as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Milton served in the Army as a Pharmacy Tech with the 2nd Platoon, 39TH Field Hospital attached to the 9th Air Force, the first field hospital to reach Normandy, France, landing on Omaha Beach on June 10, 1944 and subsequently campaigned through Normandy, Western France, Rhineland and Central Europe. He was honored to serve his country and He later shared his experiences in a book he co-authored with his wife titled The War Years. Milton was a very active member of Courtland Baptist Church since 1942 where he served in numerous positions. He was a member of the Courtland Town Council and was Chairman of the Southampton High School Athletic Association. He was the former co-owner of Reese Drug Company and then co-owner of Futrell‚Äôs Pharmacy with his son, Tommy. Milton will forever be remembered for the organization of Courtland Youth Baseball for children of all ages in the late 1940s where he coached for 26 years. A service in his honor will be held on Friday, July 7, 2017 at 11:00 am at Courtland Baptist Church (old sanctuary). Interment with military honors will follow the service at Beechwood Cemetery in Boykins, VA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Southampton Historical Society earmarked for restoration of the dairy house, c/o Lynda Updike, 33335 Statesville Rd., Newsoms, VA 23874, Courtland Volunteer Fire Department, or Courtland Volunteer Rescue Squad. Friends may visit the family at the home of Tommy and Jane Futrell, 23211 Shands Drive, Courtland, VA throughout this time. www.wrightfuneralhome.org Milton Futrell Obituary (1919 － 2017) － Boykins, VA － The Virginian-Pilot -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/milton-t-futrell 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/milton-futrell-obituary?id=19974330 3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/Milton-T-Futrell/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative Summary of the Obituary: Milton T. Futrell, a World War II veteran and longtime resident of Courtland, Virginia, passed away at age 97 on 4 July 2017. He served in the Army as a Pharmacy Tech and was the first to land on Omaha Beach in Normandy. Futrell was an active member of the community, co-owning pharmacies and organizing youth baseball. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services: A service in Futrell's honor was held on 7 July 2017 at Courtland Baptist Church. Interment with military honors followed at Beechwood Cemetery in Boykins, Virginia. ## The Edited Obituary Milton T. Futrell 22 September 1919 – 4 July 2017 Courtland, VA – Milton T. Futrell, 97, passed away peacefully at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital surrounded by his family on 4 July 2017. He was born on 22 September 1919 in Potecasi, NC to the late Walter P. and Mary J. Futrell. He was the loving husband of Katherine K. Futrell for the last 75 years. Milton was predeceased by his brothers Walter Wingate Futrell Sr. and James Wilson Futrell. Milton is survived by his sons: Milton Thomas Futrell Jr. (Jane) and Douglass Kirkland Futrell (Adlyn), grandchildren: Kathy F. Dunlow, Brian Winfield Futrell (Mandy), Molly Futrell, and Alexandria Futrell, the loves of his life, his great-grandchildren: Christopher, Alexis, Christina, James, Jake, and Mason, his brother-in-law: Ollie W. "Mutt" Kirkland (Betty), as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Milton served in the Army as a Pharmacy Tech with the 2nd Platoon, 39th Field Hospital attached to the 9th Air Force, the first field hospital to reach Normandy, France, landing on Omaha Beach on 10 June 1944 and subsequently campaigned through Normandy, Western France, Rhineland and Central Europe. He was honored to serve his country and he later shared his experiences in a book he co-authored with his wife titled "The War Years". Milton was a very active member of Courtland Baptist Church since 1942 where he served in numerous positions. He was a member of the Courtland Town Council and was Chairman of the Southampton High School Athletic Association. He was the former co-owner of Reese Drug Company and then co-owner of Futrells Pharmacy with his son, Tommy. Milton will forever be remembered for the organization of Courtland Youth Baseball for children of all ages in the late 1940s where he coached for 26 years. A service in his honor will be held on Friday, 7 July 2017 at 11:00 am at Courtland Baptist Church (old sanctuary). Interment with military honors will follow the service at Beechwood Cemetery in Boykins, VA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Southampton Historical Society earmarked for restoration of the dairy house, c/o Lynda Updike, 33335 Statesville Rd., Newsoms, VA 23874, Courtland Volunteer Fire Department, or Courtland Volunteer Rescue Squad. Friends may visit the family at the home of Tommy and Jane Futrell, 23211 Shands Drive, Courtland, VA throughout this time. www.wrightfuneralhome.org ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Milton T. Futrell | |---------|-------------------------------------| | Age | 97 years | | Birth | 22 September 1919; Potecasi, NC | | Death | 4 July 2017; Courtland, VA | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |----------------------------|----------------|--------------------------------| | Milton T. Futrell | Decedent | Courtland, VA | | Katherine K. Futrell | Spouse | Courtland, VA | | Walter P. Futrell | Parent | Potecasi, NC | | Mary J. Futrell | Parent | Potecasi, NC | | Milton Thomas Futrell Jr. | Child | Courtland, VA | | Douglass Kirkland Futrell | Child | Courtland, VA | | Kathy F. Dunlow | Grandchild | Unknown | | Brian Winfield Futrell | Grandchild | Unknown | | Molly Futrell | Grandchild | Unknown | | Alexandria Futrell | Grandchild | Unknown | | Walter Wingate Futrell Sr. | Sibling | Unknown | | James Wilson Futrell | Sibling | Unknown | | Ollie W. Mutt Kirkland | Brother-in-law | Unknown | | Betty Kirkland | Sister-in-law | Unknown | ### Publication Details | Place | Name | Date | Page | |-------------|---------------------|-------|------| | Boykins, VA | The Virginian-Pilot | --- | -- | ## Other Relevant Information 1. Milton T. Futrell served in the Army as a Pharmacy Tech with the 2nd Platoon, 39th Field Hospital attached to the 9th Air Force during World War II. 2. He was the first field hospital to reach Normandy, France, landing on Omaha Beach on 10 June 1944 and subsequently campaigned through Normandy, Western France, Rhineland and Central Europe. 3. Milton T. Futrell co-authored a book with his wife titled "The War Years" about his wartime experiences. 4. He was a very active member of Courtland Baptist Church since 1942 where he served in numerous positions. 5. Milton T. Futrell was a member of the Courtland Town Council and was Chairman of the Southampton High School Athletic Association. 6. He was the former co-owner of Reese Drug Company and then co-owner of Futrells Pharmacy with his son, Tommy. 7. Milton T. Futrell organized Courtland Youth Baseball for children of all ages in the late 1940s where he coached for 26 years.