of Helena, AR
August 31, 1916 - April 19, 2015
Myrtie ''Granny Mac'' McMillan, 98, of Helena, Arkansas passed away Sunday, April 19, 2015 in Helena. Mrs. McMillan was born August 31, 1916 at Tishomingo County, Mississippi to the late Phil and Necy Crow Byram. She was a homemaker and a member of the Fourth Street Baptist Church in West Helena.
Mrs. McMillan is survived by one son, Bill McMillan (Carolyn) of Helena, Arkansas; three daughters, Barbara Casey, Betty Boydstun, and Joan Fennell (Mike) of Barton, Arkansas; thirteen grandchildren; thirty-three great-grandchildren; forty-three great-great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and two special caretakers at Crestpark Nursing Home, Bertha and Tawana.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Harvey J. McMillan; one son, James McMillan; grandson, Clayton McMillan, and one great-grandson, Matthew McMillan.
Funeral services for Myrtie ''Granny Mac'' McMillan will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena. Reverend Rodger Hooker and Reverend Dale Gansman will officiate. Visitation will be held from 6-8 Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at Roller-Citizens.
Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
Honorary pallbearers are Dr. Pat Bell and Dr. Lance Audirsch.
Memorials may be made to Fourth Street Baptist Church, 1226 North Fourth Street, West Helena, AR. 72390.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena (870) 572-2571.
We were so sorry to hear about Granny Mac. You all have been and will be in our thoughts and prayers. She was one of the sweetest kindest people I have known and I was so blessed to have known her. We pray God will comfort you not only today but the many hard days ahead. Know that your precious memories will be with you always.
Love,
John, Anita, Jesse & Adam
So sorry about this sweet lady. Keeping you all in our prayers. Henry and Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Dear Sweet Family, so sorry for your loss. Know this angel on earth is an angel in heaven now. If Gordon or I can do anything please just tell us. Praying God has his arms wrapped around each of you at this time.
So sorry for your loss of Granny Mac.
May our Lord comfort all the family.
Sorry for the loss of Granny Mac who was such a loving and kind person who lived her life to the fullest. She will surely be missed. May God give you comfort and peace during this time of loss.
Billy Mac,
I'm sadden to hear about your Mom's passing. I remember her so well on 6th street. I would like to be there on Wednesday but I have a doctor's appointment that afternoon. I will keep you and your family and your sisters in my prayers.
Praying for all of you during this difficult time--cherish all those beautiful memories--God Bless all of you
Billy & Family, So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother!!
Praying that God will bless each of you during this time of sorrow!!
Sending Condolences to the entire McMillian family. She was blessed to see 4 generations grow up around her. She will be greatly missed.
To the family. She always had the sweetest smile. Since we all lived in the same neighberhood, it seemed like we all were one big family. I am so sad for all of you, but know she is Rejoicing to be home in heaven. My Gods peace be with all of you.
Betty, Barbara, Joan and Family,
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Mrs. Myrtie. She was such a sweet lady and a dear family friend. I know that Heaven has gained another angel and I know that my Mama and Mrs. Loretta were waiting for her at Heaven's gates t Welcome her Home. My prayer is that the Lord will wrap His loving arms around each of you at his difficult time and give you the love, strength, comfort and peace that you need at this time of great loss. But we have the assurance of being reunited with all our loved ones who have gone on before us one day with the Great Reunion in the Sky...Love to all and God Bless Barbara
I sure will miss granny mac coming into the Dr. Lance's office. She always put a smile on our face and made us laugh. Prayers for the family.
So sorry for all of your loss. I love Granny Mac and the fond memories I will always treasure.
I am so sorry for your loss.
I don't remember if I have ever met this woman before but my aunt was married to her son James.And the family talked very highly of this woman so I know she had to be an amazing woman.my thoughts and prayers are with the family
I am so sorry for your loss. Mrs. McMillan was a sweet lady.
How very sorry for the loss of your Mother, I know what a loss it can be. You all were so fortunate to have her as long as you did. Mrs. McMillan was a fine Christian and raised a wonderful group of children. God bless you all.