Anthony James Miltich

Dr. Anthony James "Tony" Miltich II, age 79, of Rogers, died peacefully Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at his residence. He was born September 10, 1941, in Flint, Michigan, the son of Elaine Fiegel and Anthony James Miltich, Sr. Tony grew up in Flint and graduated from Assumption High School in Windsor, Ontario. He earned a B.A. in Elementary Education from the University of Michigan and an M.A. in Special Education from Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti. While there he discovered audiology and went on to obtain a Ph.D. in Audiology from the University of Michigan. As an audiologist, Tony practiced clinically in a medical setting before turning to industrial audiology in the mid-70's. He used his knowledge of electronics and computers to develop a computer controlled multi-station audiometer for testing hearing, recording results, and generating reports in industrial settings. Tony continued his computer programming to generate audiograms and reports that were in keeping with ever progressing technology. Tony was proud of being an Eagle Scout and, as a Boy Scout, hiking at Philmont Scout Ranch in Northeast New Mexico. He was a long-time member of the Rogers Optimist Club, where he has served as President. He was also a member of the Elks Lodge. Tony was a member of the Unitarian Universalists of Benton County and had served as Board member. Tony and his wife moved to NWA in 1991, living in the Fayetteville area before moving to their home on Beaver Lake in 1997. Tony embraced his new home in Arkansas and when they lived outside Fayetteville, became a volunteer fireman with the Wedington Fire Department. After moving to Beaver Lake, he joined the Avoca Fire Department, becoming a Board member after retiring from firefighting. Tony was a member of Association for Beaver Lake Environment (ABLE), where he served as President. Representing ABLE, he worked with the Beaver Water Shed Alliance. In 2019, he received the Guardian Award from the Alliance for his contributions to the protection of Beaver Lake. Tony recently donated his extensive collection of vintage personal computers to the Rogers Historical Museum, and an exhibit featuring his collection was featured in 2020. Tony enjoyed sailing and racing on the Great Lakes before moving to Arkansas. He and his wife had sailed the Great Lakes, including Canadian waters and the North Channel. After moving to Arkansas, they sailed on Beaver Lake and the Gulf of Mexico. Tony was preceded in death by his parents and a niece. He is survived by his wife, Dr. Suzanne Miltich, whom he married August 29, 1987, son, Anthony James Miltich III and wife Karen of Florida; daughter, Dr. Aimee Miltich and husband, Matthew Hill of Tennessee; three brothers, Mark Miltich and wife Sandy of Michigan, Dr. Michael Miltich and wife Ann of North Carolina, Alan Miltich, of Michigan; two sisters, Teressa Murphy and husband Jack of Virginia, and Marla Welch of Colorado; 13 nieces and nephews, five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. A celebration of Tony's life will be held in September when he would have celebrated his 80th birthday. Memorials may be sent to the ACC Research Foundation or Optimist Hearing Foundation of Arkansas. Arrangements by Epting Funeral Home, Bentonville. Condolences: www.eptingfuneralhome.webs.com