Milton Eugene Barco, 83, of Tallahassee, died on June 13, 2021, at Tapestry Assisted Living Facility. He was born October 15, 1937 in Tallahassee, and has lived in the area his whole life. He worked through the years in different trades including plumbing, welding and gas before his retirement. He loved the outdoors, sports and music. He married his high school sweetheart, Phyllis Essig, and raised five children. They were married for 60 years, and their marriage vows were renewed on their 40th wedding anniversary, with family in attendance.
His loving wife, Phyllis, preceded him in death. He is survived by his children, Samuel Barco of Tallahassee, Katherine Moore of Crawfordville, Cheryl Harwood of Tallahassee, Joanna Womack of Woodville and Laura Nance of Woodville. He also leaves behind eight grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.
Funeral and burial will be held at Culley’s MeadowWood Funeral Home and Cemetery, located at 700 Timberlane Road, Tallahassee, on Friday, June 18, 2021, at 11AM with a visitation an hour prior. A reception will follow in the funeral home for family and friends.