Mr. Jerry Ronald Millikan 84 of Asheboro passed away unexpectedly at his home Friday, September 11, 2026. Jerry was married to Rhonda Trotter Millikan for almost 42 years. He owned and operated Pleasant Garden Dry Kiln. Jerry and wife Rhonda, when health allowed, loved to travel, whether by air, cruises or on buses. Jerry loved making money, whether in his dry kiln business or with investments where he was self-taught. Jerry was always willing and available to donate his time and money in building and helping support various churches in the area.

Jerry is survived by his wife Rhonda, 1 brother Joseph A Millikan, 2 stepsons Robert D Sillmon of Bennett and James T Sillmon of Holden Beach. 1 stepdaughter Lisa D Anderson of Ramseur. Four step grandchildren; Brooke Sweat, Jessica Fine, Douglas Anderson and Jonathan Anderson. Three step great-grandchildren Adrian Jenkins, Robert Fine and Martin Fine and a special cousin Joe Millikan.

A graveside service will be held for Mr. Millikan on Wednesday, 10:00 am, September 16, 2026, at Randolph Memorial Park, Asheboro, NC, with the Rev. Scott Daniels doing the service.  Visitation will be held Tuesday afternoon, September 15, 2026, from 3:00-5:00 pm at Pugh Funeral Home, 437 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro, NC.

Pugh Funeral Home has the honor of serving the Millikan family.