Ronald John Milkay, Sr.

1935-2026

Ronald John Milkay, Sr., 90, of Chicopee, passed peacefully on Thursday April 23, 2026. Ron was born in Holyoke on November 2, 1935, son of John and Jeanette Milkay. He began his schooling at Chicopee High School and continued by studying engineering at WNEC, which he used to complete a 35-year career at Pratt and Whitney Aircraft. He served his country honorably as a Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force. 

Ronald was married to the late Judith Cote for 38 years. He is survived by his three sons, Ronald J. Milkay, Jr. of Chicopee, John Milkay of McColla, Alabama and James Milkay of Beverly, Maryland.

All services will be private for the family. Brunelle Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements.