Obituaries

Norman L McMillen

March 20th, 1933 – December 9th, 2024

Norman L McMillen, 91, of Ray, IL, passed away at 5:28 am on Monday, December 9, 2024 at Red Oak Estates in Canton, IL. He was born on March 20, 1933, the son of Harry and Iva (Stambaugh) McMillen. Norman married Ruth Pigg on April 14, 1956 in Rushville, IL. Ruth preceded Norman in death on October 2, 2013.

Also preceding him in death are his two brothers; Robert McMillen and Bill McMillen.

He is survived by his two daughters; Susan (and Everett) Easley and Jo Lynn (and Dave) Campbell, both of Astoria, IL, grandson; Chad (and Amanda) Easley of Canton, granddaughter; Ashley (and Jason) Yazvec of Astoria, two great-grandchildren; Jaylee and Jack Yazvec.

Norman served in the United States Navy.

Norman was a farmer and raised cattle. He also worked at International Harvester and was a mail carrier during his lifetime.

He was a member of the Rushville American Legion. Norman enjoyed going to auctions, collecting coins, playing poker and raising cattle. One of his biggest hobbies was watching the stock market.

Services will be held at 11 am on Friday, December 13, 2024 at Shawgo Memorial Home in Astoria. Pastor Matthew Thiner will officiate. A visitation will take place one hour prior to the service on Friday. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or Schuyler County Humane Society.

Condolences

December 9th, 2024

So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and Susan and your families. Marilyn Shawgo

December 9th, 2024

So sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers are with you all. Gary and Diane Westlake.

December 9th, 2024

I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Lisa Lashbrook

December 9th, 2024

So sorry for your loss ! Hugs Patty Wherley

December 9th, 2024

Sounds like he had a good, long life & enjoyed life. Prayers with you Susan,Jo & the entire family at
this time. Enjoy all the memories with him through the years.

December 9th, 2024

Susan , so sorry to hear of the loss of your father my thoughts an prayers are with you.

December 9th, 2024

Susan I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your father my thoughts an prayers are with you at this sad time. Paula Lenning

December 9th, 2024

So sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with you.
Bev stuckwisch

December 9th, 2024

So very sorry..it’s never easy losing a parent..hugs and prayers 🙏🏻Bob and Rett

December 9th, 2024

So very sorry for the family's loss. Marsha Thomas

December 9th, 2024

We are so sorry for your loss. We are sending hugs and prayers to your entire family.
Rick and Kathy Heller family

December 9th, 2024

Your Dad was a sweetheart! I'm so sorry Jo & Susan! 💔 Debbie Douglas

December 9th, 2024

Jo and Susan…Phil and I send our sincere condolences to you and your family. It’s so difficult losing our parents. Keeping you all in my prayers ❤️

December 9th, 2024

I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a great guy.

December 9th, 2024

So sorry Jo. May your memories comfort you. Praying for you and your family. Crystal Hardesty

December 9th, 2024

Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bob and Peggy Spencer

December 9th, 2024

So sorry to hear about your Dad My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Marilyn (Brines) Schrieber

December 9th, 2024

Sorry for your loss. He was one heck of a good neighbor. Thought are with you girls and your families. The Hopkins

December 9th, 2024

So sorry for your loss. I don't have many first cousins left. Prayers to you and all the family. Marcia Hollenback

December 9th, 2024

I am so sorry for your loss. Sending hugs and prayers to you and your family. Penny Grafton

December 9th, 2024

Susan and Jo, I'm so sorry for the loss of your dad. It's never easy. Praying for comfort for you both and your families. Alice & Wendell Clanin.

December 9th, 2024

So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Dee Jones

December 9th, 2024

So sorry for your loss Jo. Prayers go out to you and all the family. Love, Diana & Jerry Alvey

December 9th, 2024

Sorry for your families loss.
Robert and Susan Cameron

December 9th, 2024

Susan & Jo we send our Sympathy & Prayers 💞So sorry to hear this 😢
Dennis & Cyndi Ratcliff

December 9th, 2024

Sorry for your loss, Prayers for the family 🙏🙏🙏 Michelle Unland

December 9th, 2024

So very sorry for your family’s loss. Roberta Oest

December 9th, 2024

Susan, Jo and families so sorry for your loss
Nancy Carithers

December 9th, 2024

So sorry for your loss. Daniel and Becky Hamm

December 10th, 2024

So very sorry to hear this. Sending my deepest condolences. David Shores

December 10th, 2024

Very sorry for your loss Steve and Sharon musson

December 10th, 2024

So sorry for your loss, prayers to your family! Kris Kessler

December 10th, 2024

So sorry for your families loss Larry and Lisa Bucher

December 10th, 2024

So very sorry for your loss. Debbie Coufal

December 10th, 2024

So very sorry for your loss. Debbie Coufal

December 10th, 2024

So sorry for your loss Jimmy and Debbie Derry

December 10th, 2024

Norm was a great guy. Remember him well from working at the bank and waiting on him all those years. He was a good story teller. Susan Acker

December 10th, 2024

So sorry hugs to all

December 10th, 2024

Oh so very sorry to hear of Norms passing. He was one great guy. All my love Susan, Jolyyn, Chad and Ashley. Linda L Windsor

December 10th, 2024

Jo, Susan and families, So sorry to hear of Norm's passing. Hugs to all of you. Nancy Toland

December 10th, 2024

Susan and Jo, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad out thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Marsha and Danny Bolton and Dalton Allsup

December 10th, 2024

Susan and Jo, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad out thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Marsha and Danny Bolton and Dalton Allsup

December 10th, 2024

Peace and comfort for you and your family Susan! Delores Beck

December 10th, 2024

Susan and Jo so sorry for your loss. Vickie Belville

December 10th, 2024

Jo & Susan, It is so tough when we lose a parent. My heart is with you... As long as the weather holds, Roger & I will be there for there for the visitation....

December 10th, 2024

Jo and Susan. So very sorry for your families’ loss. Your dad was a special man, always had a smile on his face. He will be missed by many.

December 10th, 2024

Rita and John Corson

December 10th, 2024

So sorry for your families loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Paul and Carol Stambaugh

December 10th, 2024

Susan and Jo Lynn, so sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Tom & Cheryl Howard

December 10th, 2024

So sorry for your loss
Thoughts and prayers for all of you
Avon Lady Bev

December 10th, 2024

Thinking of you all
May you find some comfort in knowing your Dad is reunited with your Mom
Gary & Bev Taylor & family

December 10th, 2024

So sorry for your family's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Blessings. Deb and Jim Park

December 10th, 2024

Susan & family and Jo & family - so sorry to hear about your dad. He definitely was blessed with a wonderful family! Hugs to all! Patti & Greg Davidsmeier

December 10th, 2024

I am sorry to hear about your dad. I always enjoyed talking to him, his smile and laugh. Big hugs and prayers.
Deb Howard

December 10th, 2024

We are sorry for your loss, Susan and Jo. Prayers for comfort and strength. Bob and Melba Baker

December 10th, 2024

So very sorry for your loss and condolences to your whole family. Tim & Vicki Phillips

December 10th, 2024

Susan, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Always had some laughs when he came in to see us at the tire shop. He was a wonderful person! Bless you!!

December 10th, 2024

Susan , Jo Lynn and family, so sorry for your loss! Thoughts and prayers for you all!

December 10th, 2024

Jo & Susan, so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad you’re in our thoughts and prayers Janet & Virgil Gorsuch

December 10th, 2024

So sorry for your loss, sending much love to you and your family.
Brittany (Danner) Bramlett & family

December 10th, 2024

So sorry, Susan. Looks like your dad lived a long, full life. Let your happy memories bring you peace.

December 11th, 2024

So sorry for your loss.🙏 Larry and Donna Bent

December 11th, 2024

Sorry for your loss. Your parents were such great people, keep happy memories in your thoughts. Sending you both, Susan and Jo Lynn, hugs. Judy Thurman-Karl

December 12th, 2024

Just got on Facebook & hadn't heard of Norman's passing until now. So very sorry for your loss. My oh my the many, many memories I have of Norm. Thoughts & prayers with both you girls! Live you both! Your old Ray neighbor, Jodie

December 12th, 2024

So sorry for your loss. Sending my Thoughts and Prayers for All of the Family's. Matt Thought a lot of Norm. He sure was a soft spoken man, plus will be missed by many. Sending Hugs to you Susan & Jo, along with all the Family's. Sue Palmeranf Family's.

December 13th, 2024

Susan and family members, sorry for your loss ,Ronnie and Ma
Rylou

December 13th, 2024

We're so saddened to hear of Norm's passing. His humor and laughter were contagious. Hugs and prayers to all who loved him.
~Dan & Brenda Doolin