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In memory of
Mark Nicholas Milano
April 28, 1956 - January 3, 2026
Apr 28, 1956 - Jan 3, 2026
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Mark Nicholas Milano, a world-renowned AIDS activist and fierce warrior who saved millions of lives as he fought for gay rights and all humans’ rights, died of complications from cancer on Jan. 3, 2026, in New York City. He was 69.
He was born on April 28, 1956, in Milwaukee, Wis., the son of a brilliant metallurgist and a homemaker who was also an accomplished community theater actress. He attended St. Petronille Catholic School in …
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Starts on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 1 p.m. EDT
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The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center 208 West 13th Street, New York, NY 10011
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Born
April 28th, 1956
Milwaukee, WI
Graduated from high school
1974
St. Francis High School, Wheaton, Ill.
Graduated from college
1978
University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA
B.A. Speech & Communications
Survived by
Phillip Milano
Brother
Paul Milano
Brother
Gerry Valero
Partner
Dean Milano
Brother
Evan Milano
Nephew
Steven Milano
Nephew
Steve Milano
Brother
Jacob Milano
Nephew
Lucas Milano
Nephew
Ben Milano
Nephew
Robin Dycus-Milano
Sister-in-law
Predeceased by
Nicholas Milano
Father, 1922-2020
Maxine Milano
Mother, 1925-2019
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Cause of death
Cancer
Method of disposition
Cremation
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