With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Curley L. Milburn (Opelousas, Louisiana), who passed away on March 9, 2023 at the age of 82. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Curley L. Milburn to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Earl Milburn, and Carrie Bell Milburn, Sr.; and his siblings, Earl Milburn, Jr., Lawrence Milburn, Rose Milburn Hughes and Lula Milburn Chatman.

He is survived by: his wife Joyce Milburn of Opelousas, LA; his children, Darrian Gailes of Leesville, LA, Paul Thomas (Michelle) of Richmond, TX, Michelle Milburn Willard (Yolanda Milburn Jones), Stephanie Patrice Milburn Sanders, Letitia Little (Miraquita Milburn) and Curel Milburn Hollins of Plaisance, LA; and his sisters, Marilyn Williams of Shreveport, LA, Carrie Milburn Hawkins (Richard) of Keithville, LA, Constance Stringfellow (Bill) of Moreno Valley, CA and Diane Milburn Leath (Pastor James) of Reidville, NC.

Please be advised we will adhere to the safety measures and precautions provided by the state of Louisiana due to COVID-19.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ford & Joseph Funeral Home

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March 23, 2023

Vera Ann Richard lit a candle

“In loving memory of Curley L. Milburn, May your heart and soul find peace and comfort. So sorry for your loss and I will miss my cousin.”

March 17, 2023

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March 17, 2023

Uncle Lloyd, Norweeta, Tony, Sid, Sharon, Lloyd Jr., and Toni sent flowers

“We are sorry for your loss, and hope that you find comfort in the love and support of family and friends. We pray that your faith will guide you through this time. We are holding you in our hearts with love.”

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March 15, 2023

Raynard and Lina Fontenot wrote a sympathy message

“Curley, now that you are standing in the presence God as we all will when we are called home. You followed his his teaching by being fruitful and multiplying this earth. which is our purpose . A job well done🙏”

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534 S Market St, Opelousas, LA 70570

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