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      Margaret Louise McMillan, born May 18, 1946 in Brooklyn, NY, passed away at her home, in Highland, IL, on April 21, 2020.  She was 73 at the time of her passing.

      Margaret was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend; she truly had a heart of service and took so much joy in caring for all those in her life.  She enjoyed reading, crafting, traveling and doting on her grandchildren.  Much of her life was spent in the pursuit of teaching children respect, love, dignity and compassion through her library and church positions.

      Margaret is survived by her children, Donald W. McMillan and Cynthia M. (Tom) Kennedy; her grandchildren, Donovan, Rydia and Ryken; sister, Carolyn (Ernest) Rowley; brother, Tom (Nancy) Rosselot.  Also remembering Margaret fondly are her many nieces and nephews.

      She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronnie “Gene” McMillan; and sister, Barbara Rosselot.

      In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation.

      Extended family and friends are encouraged to visit the website: www.meridithfuneralhome.com to leave fond memories and great stories of their times with Margaret.

      Services: Private services will be held.

      Interment:  Private.  Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Fairview Heights, IL.

      Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL.

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    1. Carolyn Rowley / April 24, 2020 at 2:20 pm

      My dear sweet sister how I miss you. You were an amazing sister to me throughout my life. We have shared so many fun and exciting times. I look at pictures of you and the goofy things you did to make me laugh to the point it hurt so bad. I cherish those times. You were always so caring and concerned about me. I think of you all the time and will very much miss talking to you. You will always be in my thoughts. I look around and everyday I see a part of you here with me. I love you dearly and hope you are at peace. My heart is broken and sad right now but I know you would not want me to feel this way for long, because only in the way you could do, you would pull a funny face, or do something out of the blue just to make me laugh. How good you were at doing that. Oh the memories I have of you…thank you for being a great big sister. I love and miss you very much. Love forever and always your little sister. Carolyn

    2. Barbara A Koogler / April 24, 2020 at 3:41 pm

      Margaret and I were best friends in high school and I was in her wedding. She was a great friend and a greater person. She will have a piece of my heart

    3. Ardeth Jokisch / May 7, 2020 at 1:52 pm

      Margaret and I met as library aides. She was a good soul and made it a pleasure to be with each working day.
      Our friendship continued after we retired and I am grateful for that time.
      My sincere sympathy to Cindy and Don. Your Mother and I enjoyed sharing updates on our children and grandchildren. She loved all of you so very much. I will miss her. Ardeth

    4. Patricia Noe / June 8, 2020 at 2:16 pm

      Margaret touched many lives in her sessions with us. She was a true inspiration for others that saw her work hard despite all her issues. Her heart was so sweet, bringing staff treats! She started our “Disneyworld” corner and we will now always remember her! RIP Margaret, our session won’t be the same without you!

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