He was born in Puerto Rico on April 11, 1945 to the late Ramon and Magdalena Vila.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 62 years, Percides (Pat) Vila.
Milton, Sr. is survived by his three sons, Milton Vila, Jr., Richard Vila, and Eric Vila; granddaughters, Kyra Vila, Erin Vila, Celina Vila; grandson, Julian Alexander Vila; great grandchildren, Raquelle S. Ocasio, Lee "Anthony" Jones, Khloe M. Jones, Jordan S. Jones, Kamorie M. Davis, Kameryn L. Davis, Gage Felix, and Samara Felix.
A service will be held on August 26th at 10:00 am at Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery with full military honors.