of Benton, AR
January 18, 1927 - February 7, 2013
Donald Gray McMillan, 86, of Benton, passed away Thursday, February 7, 2013. He was born January 18, 1927, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to the late Eugene McMillan and Maye Morehead McMillan. He was preceded in death by his sister Marguerite McMillan and by his brothers William McMillan and Ray McMillan.
He was a 1945 graduate of Pine Bluff High School, attended Louisiana Tech University and was a 1951 graduate of the University of Arkansas with a BA in Journalism. He was a member of the Kappa Sigma fraternity. He served in the Unites States Army twice, first as a Private during World War II, and again as a Second Lieutenant in Korea and Japan during the Korean conflict. He worked for Arkansas Power and Light Company, the University of Arkansas Argricultural Extension Center, and Democrat Printing and Lithograph Company.
Don was an avid photographer, golfer and computing hobbyist. He was a fan of classical music, the Arkansas Razorbacks football team, and he loved to work in his yard. Don was a kind and loving husband, father, brother and son.
He is survived by his wife Joretta Deal McMillan of Benton, and two sons, Richard McMillan and Roger McMillan, of New York, and a niece and nephew.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, February 13, 2013, at 1:30 P.M. at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton, AR (501-315-4047).
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Jo Dean Chambliss
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Jim and Maydra
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Dear Jetty, Richard and Roger,
We won't be able to attend Don's services because of snowy weather here in North Arkanas, but we'll be holding all of you in our hearts.
Don was a wonderful friend and colleague for over 60 years, and we genuinely treasure our many good times with your family.
Jim and Maydra Bemis
Richard&Nancy Woodall
Monday, February 11, 2013
Richard and Roger , sorry to hear about your Dad.
Richard&Nancy Woodall
Monday, February 11, 2013
Richard and Roger , sorry to hear about your Dad.
Saline Memorial Hospice
Monday, February 11, 2013
The staff of Saline Memorial Hospice extends our condolences with the loss of Mr. McMIllan. Thank you for honoring us with his presence. May your memories and love give your family peace for this day and strength for your tomorrows.
ROY BOLIN
Sunday, February 10, 2013
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS ROGER. WOULD LIKE TO HERE FROM YOU. HOPE EVERYTHING WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY GOES WELL . YOU CAN GET AHOLD OF ME AT roychelle17@hotmail .com TAKE CARE OLD FRIEND AND I HOPE EVERYTHING WORKS OUT.