Dr. William Bruce McMillan, Jr. was born on November 18,1936 to the late William Bruce McMillan, Sr. and Gertrude Lillian Graves McMillan. Before the injury, he had told a reporter that he felt he could stay competitive for several more years. William was born August 11, 1939. Obituary of Donald Alexander McMillan. "I'm in the twilight zone.". A Memorial Service will be held at Stoney Point Baptist Church at a later date. Add a Memory Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend visiting hours at the Keefe Funeral Home, 5 Chestnut St., ARLINGTON, Sunday, March 27th from 1 4 PM with a funeral service at 4pm. He brought sage advice, joy and compassion not only to family, but also many friends who called on him in times of need. Sign the Guest Book. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. Lieutenant Colonel William W. "Mister Pistol" McMillan Jr., Korean War veteran and dead-eye pistol shot who brought home a gold medal from the 1960 Olympics, died in Encinitas, Calif. William C. McMillan, age 83, of Houston, Texas went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday February 10, 2019. Please consider a donation as requested by the family. He was blessed to find love again and married Delorise Weathers McMillan with whom he shared the remainder of his wonderful life. William Lee McMillan. It was on the Corps firing ranges that he excelled. Father of Michael J. McMillan, and his Fianc Jacquelyn Healey Garrity, Kathleen A. Mancini and her husband Louis, Stephen P. McMillan and his wife Kathryn, Shelagh E. Boudreau and her husband Robert, Matthew T. McMillan and Maria R. McMillan. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. McMillan, William J., Bill of Lexington, March 23, 2022. Howell, Edwards, Doerksen with Rigdon-Ransom Funeral Directors, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. After establishing himself as a highly skilled shooter, McMillan competed in his first Olympics in 1952. (Mahoney) McMillan. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. He won the world championships in 1954 and 1958 and a national title in 1957. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. | Funeral Home Website by Batesville. Born Jan. 29, 1929, in Frostburg, Md., he served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1948 to 1974, retiring as lieutenant colonel. William Dent McMillan, 62, of Marshall, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at his residence. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. He peacefully transitioned to eternal life on August 21, 2022. If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. There is no photo or video of William McMillan.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. "Bill" Of Lexington, March 23, 2022. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Bill's name to a charity of your choice. McMillan shot 587 out of a possible 600, tied the world record at the time and won the gold medal. to the late Lee and Lena McMillan. William Archie Bill McMillan, age 67 of Auburn, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at EAMC in Opelika following a brief illness. He is survived by his older sibling Joen Roberta (McMillan) Morse, his younger brother Robert Pete McMillan and wife Barbara Eileen (Eggers) McMillan, his niece Angela Kay (McMillan) Failla and her husband John Failla, his nephew Robert Jason McMillan and wife Michelle Nicole (Reid) McMillan. Let others know about your loved one's death. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. Would you like to offer William McMillans loved ones a condolence message? William J. McMillan 1943 - 2006 WICHITA, KS - William (B Mac) McMillan died on March 3rd 2006 at home with his family in Wichita,Kansas his home for the last several years. His final wishes were to have his ashes spread on the coastal inlet where his daughters ashes were spread. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Let others know about your loved one's death. Bill was born on the 26th of June,1942 in McMinnville, Oregon to John Robert and Helen Mina (Cofer) McMillan. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. Mr. McMillan was born in Greenville, Alabama on April 22, 1946 to Jean A. and George D. H. McMillan. October 7, 2022 At the 1960 Summer Olympics in Rome, before a three-man shoot-off for the gold medal in rapid-fire pistol shooting, Mr. McMillan stunned his rivals by taking a nap. in San Diego as Weapons Training Coordinator. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Founder and President of Computer Fulfillment, Inc. of Billerica. He was predeceased by his parents John and Anne McMillan; brother Bryan 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. IN THE CARE OF. Bill and JoAnne loved and supported each other for 42 years until her passing in 2001. OBITUARY Mr. William John McMillan 29 August, 1937 - 16 July, 2012. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Bills name to a charity of your choice. One shy, embarrassed Marine stepped forward. He was preceded in death by: his sisters, Mary Altonelle McMillan Bryant and Audrey Lillian McMillan Babcock. and a retired businessman. Obituary, funeral and service information for William Alan McMillan from Los Angeles, California. Husband of the late Patricia A. You are very special man who will be remembered by so many people. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. He was born on August 24, 1960 in Kansas City, Missouri the son of William McMillan and Virginia Russell McMillan. For many years, Bill officiated football and basketball games at the high school and collegiate level. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. WILLIAM MCMILLAN OBITUARY. He then began his football career and was starting quarterback in his freshman year of high school. Marshall is survived by his wife of 49 years Phyllis McMillan; son Allen (Janie) McMillan; daughter Marsha (Mark Wolfenbarger) Kitts; granddaughters Kristi (Chad) Pickens and Dakota McMillan; great-granddaughters Makinzie McMillan, Brenlyn Huffaker and Leigha Pickens; sisters Shanna Hayes and Andrea Dunlap and brother Michael (Gail) McMillan. Meanwhile, Mr. McMillan, who felt at his best after no more than five hours of sleep the night before an important competition, enjoyed a short catnap. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Obituaries Section. This memorial website was created in memory of William McMillan, 77, born on September 13, 1906 and passed away on April 0, 1984. In grade school he became a marble champion and went on to win state championship, flying to Florida for the grand championship tournament he lost by only one marble. For Bills obituary or to send an online message of condolence please visit www.keefefuneralhome.com. Like a true Olympic champion, Bill McMillan performed best when he was under the gun. Cremation was planned, followed by private inurnment at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery. He was a loving and kind husband, father and Papaw. Bill was a Special Assistant of Secondary Education for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction and concluded his distinguished career as the Regional Director of the Southwest Technical Assistance Center for the NC Department of Public Instruction. In his finest hour at the 1960 Olympics, Mr. McMillan shot 587 out of a possible 600, tying the world record at the time. Copyright Matthew S. McMillan All Rights Reserved. He was preceded in death by: his sisters, Mary Altonelle McMillan Bryant and Audrey Lillian McMillan Babcock. Mr. McMillan is survived by his sons, Matthew McMillan of Escondido and Billy McMillan of San Diego; daughter Karen McMillan of Carlsbad; and sister Clara Szumetz of Hagerstown, Md. For years, thousands of recruits were motivated to fire the pistol by watching a Marine Corps film featuring Capt McMillan. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? He is survived by : his children, Reynolds Allen and Demarlo Allen (Wayne W.); his grandchildren, Demira Toomer Briana Elliott (Shamar W.), Ardae Staggers Leandra (Katavia L.), Kenmar Allen, Reynolds Jr. Allen, Desani Allen, Renaisa Allen, Sincere Allen and Xyaire Allen; his great grandchildren, Daezier Staggers, Ziyah Elliott, Aniyah Elliott and Azaria Staggers; his siblings, Margaret Monroe, Eve Ruck of Springfield, Mass, Mildred Davis, Doris McCoy of Laurinburg, Henry McMillan (Barbara) of New Haven, CT, Raymond McMillan of Laurinburg and Very; his cousin Edward McMillan; his niece Deborah Silver (Willie S.); and his close friend George Robinson. William was born August 11, 1939. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eloise Lynch McMillan and Archie M. McMillan, Sr. Bill was a graduate of Ensley High School and was a recipient of the Fred Sington Award for outstanding Athlete and Scholar. Mel was born July 7, 1926, in Casper, Wyoming to Harold and Elva McFarland. He was a sports official for both the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), and Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) where he was named into both organizations the Halls of Fame. Leatherneck Magazine December 2000. The other medal winner was Gunnery Sergeant James E. Hill, who won a silver medal in the small bore rifle competition. William was in the United States Navy in 1972 - 1975. Bill served as a member of Sigma Pi Phi Fraternity (Boule), Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, and Swanks Social Club. His officiating experiences allowed him to work in football arenas such as Yankee and Kennedy Stadiums, as well as the Orange Bowl and Gator Bowl. He peacefully transitioned to eternal life on August 21, 2022. William Marshall McMillan, age 75, of Strawberry Plains, went to be with the Lord on April 15, 2022. MCMILLAN SR., WILLIAM DAVID age 71, of Hoover, passed away July 20, 2011. I knew him since the 1980s. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. 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