Glenda Milam

Glenda Ruth Brock Milam, 85 of Benton, Missouri died Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Missouri Delta Medical Center in Sikeston, Missouri.  She was born December 9, 1938 in Benton, Missouri to Glenn Albert and Geraldine Pauline LeGrand Brock.

She married Robert William “Bill” Milam on November 1, 1954 and he preceded her in death on January 13, 2002.

Glenda worked at Nickerson Farms for 13 years as a dedicated employee and was mother like to all the kids that worked there.
Once Nickerson Farms closed, she moved on to Drury lodge for 33 years and then retired. While at Drury, Glenda, enjoyed making friends with customers and co-workers, meticulously at her job!

Glenda is survived by three sons, Bruce (Rosa) Milam of Scott City, Brad (Rita) Milam and Brock (Amy) Milam of Benton; a daughter-in-law, Paula Milam; two brothers, Larue (Debbie) Douglas and Tommy Douglas of Texas; a sister, Mary Beth Hassenpflug of Texas; three sisters-in-law, Sue (Charles) Pratt, Lillian Milam, Thelma Haney; special niece Kathy (Larry) Tegtmeyer; 12 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren; a great-great grandchild and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was also preceded in death by two sons, Brian and Blaine Milam and two sisters, Carla Salik and Janie Milam.

The family would like to add a special thanks to Bertrand Nursing Center for taking care of Glenda during her last few months and especially Missouri Medical Delta Center, the doctors and caring nurses for incredible care during her last few days.

Visitation will be from 4:00 -8:00 pm on Friday at Amick-Burnett Funeral Chapel in Benton.  Funeral service will be at 10:00 am on Saturday at the funeral chapel with Rev. Dennis Lowe officiating.

Burial will be at Forest Hills Cemetery in Morley, Missouri.