OBIT: Adam Long Milford December 30, 2009

Adam Long Milford

Mr. Milford is a childhood friend of local businessman whose offices were adjacent to Authentic Technologies (closed in 2004) located in Walnut Creek CA

Adam Long Milford ;

Adam Long Milford Resident of Moraga Adam Milford died December 30, 2009 in Walnut Creek at the age of 47. Adam was a native Californian and graduate from Campolindo High School and Lassen College. For 25 years he worked in the ski industry in California, on maintenance crews- welding. He had a deep love of nature, enjoyed hiking and camping in the rugged mountains and worked for a couple of summers as a fishing guide in Alaska. He never tired of mountain climbing, snowmobiling, skiing or fishing. Loved to commune with nature. His hobbies were music (he especially enjoyed listening to the "Grateful Dead"), playing the drums with his band in his younger years, car racing, working with his hands using tools of any kind, and helping friends or strangers in need. He was predeceased by his brother Richard Milford of Orinda and his wife, Kimberley Milford. He is survived by his loving parents, Sigmund and Louise Milford of Moraga; daughter, Catherine Peralta; grandson, Jonathan of Fallon, Nevada as well as many cousins and friends. A memorial service will be held at Grace Presbyterian Church, 2100 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek, January 23rd at 2pm. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a contribution to "Make a Wish Foundation" 235 Pine St., San Francisco, CA 94104 or to a charity of your choice.