Loren J. Milam

On Wednesday, November 11, 2026, Loren Jeff Milam (78) passed away at Summa Health Care Hospital, at 7:30 am, surrounded by loved ones.

He was born November 7, 1948, to Helen and Claude Milam in Chester, Pennsylvania.

During the Vietnam war, Jeff enlisted into the Navy and served on a bomb detecting vessel. After being discharged, he enrolled at Kent State University for his bachelors and master's degrees in English literature and business. Jeff was a life-long student and always gravitated to reading new books and learning new skills. He brought his passion for learning to Cleveland State and Kent State, working in the bursars' offices as assistant to the provost.

Jeff was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Wendy Gelin-Milam, children, Chris and Caitlin Milam, and sister, Melanie Thomas.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to his alma mater and previous place of employment, Kent State University. Other donations to consider include Summit Metro Parks and Veteran Services.