Obituary: Roger Milliken, 95
Milliken & Co. has set up an online tribute to Roger Milliken, chairman of the Spartanburg, S.C.–based textile mill and chemical manufacturer Milliken & Co., on the company’s website (www.milliken.com). Milliken died on Dec. 31 at the age of 95.
Milliken & Co. was founded in 1865 by Seth Milliken, grandfather of Roger Milliken, who became president of the company in 1947 after the death of his father, Gerrish Milliken. He continued to serve as president until 1983, when he became chairman and chief executive officer, and continued to oversee daily operations of the company until 2006. He remained chairman of the company’s board until he died.
Milliken is survived by children Jan, Nancy, Roger, David and Weston and nine grandchildren. His wife, Justine Van Rensselaer Hooper Milliken, preceded him in death.—Alison A. Nieder
