Kenneth W. McMillan

Kenneth W. McMillan April 7, 1931 - July 3, 2011 Resident of Walnut Creek Kenneth McMillan passed away on Sunday morning, July 3, after a long illness. Ken was born in Winnipeg, Canada on April 7, 1931 to the late Edward and Verla Andrews McMillan. He was the middle son of 3 boys, between Don and Al (both deceased). Ken attended Royal Military College of Canada, graduated in 1953, and served in the Canadian Air Force. Kenneth married the love of his life, Betty Thea, in 1953 and they began their life's journey together. Ken moved his family to the San Francisco Bay Area where they settled in Walnut Creek in 1964. Ken worked for Bechtel Power for 20 years retiring in 1981 as Chief Nuclear Engineer. Ken enjoyed travelling all over the world, working in the garden and spending time with his family. Kenneth was a man of faith and upheld his RMC pledge of Truth, Duty and Valour. He loved the Lord and is now in His care. He is survived by his wife Betty Thea, and his sons David and Dan. His daughter, Debbie preceded him in death in 2003. Ken is also survived by his beloved grandchildren; David's (Teresa) children; Heather and Scott; Dan's (Mary) children Kelly, Blake, and Ryan, and Debbie's (George) children Katie, Danny, and Megan Reid, who will all miss him dearly. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Ken's name would be appreciated by The Salvation Army or Hospice.