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Tom and Rosanne Millan

Tom and Rosanne Millan have been active members of Hampton Hall for five years, but their lives began in Brooklyn, NY. Tom was born to immigrant parents and Rosanne was born into a traditional Italian-American family. Despite both being born in Brooklyn, they did not meet until almost 20+ years later at a young adult’s Bible study in Staten Island, NY. It was love at first sight for Tom, but it took Rosanne almost a year to have the same revelation! It only took nine months of dating before they were married in July of 1986. After five years of living in Staten Island and having two children, they moved to a six-acre horse farm in Monmouth County, NJ. There in NJ, Tom and Rosanne raised two wonderful children, Nina and Thomas. On the family farm, they raised sheep, goats, chickens, horses, cows, birds, turtles, dogs, and cats. There always seemed to be an adventure ensuing that kept them busy for the next 25 years.

Tom completed his degree in business management at Saint Peter’s University. Tom pursued a career as an electrician with the Port Authority of NY and NJ, while operating his own electrical contracting business in New Jersey. His life experience exposed him to many work settings and opportunities; two of which involved working at the World Trade Center in Manhattan for both bombings. The Lord

worked mightily and protected Tom during these sad, hard times for our country. He was an encouragement to many facing difficult times. Tom worked for 27 years at The Port Authority of NY and NJ. Additionally, Tom has led a Bible study in their home for over 20 years.

“The Millans consider Hampton Hall a ‘melting-pot of people and collection of amenities that meet their social and recreational needs.’”

Rosanne completed her master’s degree in reading/ literacy at Wagner College. Her teaching career began in Brooklyn at a Head Start Pre-K Program. She was able to graduate to teaching Kindergarten when the couple relocated to Staten Island. Teaching Kindergarten was her favorite grade, but the Lord had other plans for her in the educational field. She went on to teach reading to every grade through 6th grade. As her children arrived, they made the decision for Rosanne to home-school the children for the next 14 years. During that time, Rosanne had the opportunity to lead the homeschooling support group at their church and aided in the founding of Calvary Christian School (CCS) in Middlesex County, NJ. She successfully built the Pre-K, Kindergarten, and high school Biology programs amongst other positions held at the school. While employed at CCS during the years, she was a supervisor for teacher’s Pre-K through 2nd. Rosanne taught at Brookdale Community College. Today she is an Online Assistant Professor of Teacher Education for Liberty University and a Clinical Supervisor of Student Teachers for Western Governors University.

Tom and Rosanne’s daughter, Nina, now lives in NJ and works for JP Morgan as a VP Senior Recruiter, while their son, Thomas, resides in Charlotte, NC. He is employed by Duke Energy as a Senior Software Architect.

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The Millans vacationed every year to enjoy the beaches of Hilton Head Island. After 17 years of visiting the area, Tom decided to retire. The Millans looked at neighborhoods for three years, but as soon as the realtor drove them into Hampton Hall they were captivated by the beauty of the community. They sold their NJ house on December 30, 2015 and came to Bluffton on January 1, 2016. Their lot was purchased on January 4, 2016 and they began the building process immediately.

In Hampton Hall, you will find Tom and Rosanne walking and biking together. Additionally, Tom swims at the indoor pool, while Rosanne does a workout in the gym. As a couple, they enjoy bocce, playing games, swimming,

“The Millans looked at neighborhoods for three years, but as soon as the Realtor drove them into Hampton Hall they were captivated by the beauty of the community.”

and Bible study. The Millan’s love dining at the Club for monthly special events. Tom and Rosanne also attend local festivals, explore the Lowcountry, and travel. The Concourse de Elegance is their favorite car show to attend. The Millans have been Hampton Hall Ambassadors for four years, and they consider the community a “melting-pot of people and collection of amenities that meet their social and recreational needs.”

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