I first met Jack in Norwalk, California 
during the spring of 1961. That football
season we were teammates as 
Cerritos Falcons, and in the years that
followed as Aztecs and Chargers. But for 
me our friendship ran much deeper than 
that. I loved Jack like a brother. 
Memories of him will remain with me 
always.

Although I never had the privilege to play football with Jack, his legendary abilities as a great athlete was evident to thoughs that did.
John Farris knew Jack when Jack was a senior in High school.  John stated Jack was a point guard in Basketball, pitcher in Baseball, played both quarterback and defense in football, and linebacker at SDSU and the Chargers. Truly a gifted athlete. We will all miss our Brother. RIP Jack  Milks.

Service at Emmanuel Faith community Church, Escondido California. May 31, 2024 at 12 noon in the chapel.

The beautiful written and spoken tributes to Jack describe the man I knew.  For two years we were roommates.  His easy going nature and kindness to people never waivered.  God blessed Jack with great athletic skills that in todays arena would have made him a household name.  Had it not been for an arm injury, he would have played professional baseball.  That injury was the impetus for him walking on and making the Charger team as a middle linebacker.  When Jack put on a sports uniform, the gentle giant in him stepped back and his competitive fierceness stepped up.  A Jekell & Hyde metamorphis.But  an hour after a game he was back to the fun, loving  friend we all shared.   I never heard Jack complain about injuries, although his wife Lucinda said the NFL concussion protocol revealed numerous major concussons.  Jack's family was always number one, followed by friends, and then sports.  It was a privilege to be one of his many friends.  I will miss him . God Speed buddy.
Frank

Life brings forth many memories, most of which fade with time.  Some, though. are indelibly etched in our consciousness.  My memories of many humorous adventures with Jack continue to brighten my life.  Jack was one of the sweetest, most kind-hearted, funniest persons I have known, attributes that stand in stark contrast to the fierceness he displayed on the football field.  The Hammer touched many lives.  I feel fortunate to have been one of these.

Jack was a great athlete and a friendly, upbeat person whom I knew for probably 50 years.   He loved working in the press box at San Diego Chargers games for years after he played and a was a frequent lunch partner.  Rest in Peace, old friend.

My baseball teammate at SDSU was famous for being a Charger but he was also a fantastic baseball pitcher.  Until he hurt his arm he was one of the hardest throwers I had ever seen.  I sat in awe watching him in 1966 as he threw a one-hit shutout of National Champion USC and won 1-0 at their ballpark where they never lost.  It was and still is the greatest game ever pitched in history for the Aztecs.  With a healthy arm he could have been a Major League Pitcher.  One of the nicest people I’ve ever met.  Rest In Peace my friend.

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John Frances Milks

October 17, 1943 – May 12, 2024

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