Lorne Verlin MacMillan

Lorne Verlin MacMillan obituary, Anderson, IN

Lorne Verlin MacMillan

Lorne MacMillan Obituary

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Rev. Lorne Verlin MacMillan, 92, passed away on Palm Sunday, April 5, 2020 at his home. He was born on July 6, 1927 in Rosebank, Prince Edward Island, Canada, the son of the late Charles Leslie and Elizabeth Ann (Hardy) MacMillan. Lorne attended Eastern Nazarene College and was given an Honorary Doctorate of Divinity. During his ministry he pastored churches throughout Indiana in Marion, Muncie, Peru, Auburn, Winchester, Anderson and Toronto, Canada. He served as the Canadian Central District Superintendent until his retirement in 1992. During his retirement he was President of the Florida Holiness Campground. He also enjoyed golf, hunting, fishing and spending time with his grandkids. Lorne is survived by his sons, David and Ray (Sheila) MacMillan; grandchildren, Ann (Andrea) Velasco, Jill Spiess, Kylie Case, and Katie and Kristen MacMillan; great-granddaughter, Klaire Case; and numerous nieces, nephews and a large extended family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce; his parents; and his siblings, Joseph, Charlie, Ray, Agnes, Ethel, Harold, Heber, Hamil, Edith, Kenneth, Norman, Gladys, Douglas, and Fred. He will be buried beside Joyce at Mt. Gilead Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Brown-Butz-Diedring Funeral Service & Crematory. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

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April 13, 2020

Jayne Graham Taylor posted to the memorial.

April 10, 2020

Phyllis DesRoches posted to the memorial.

April 9, 2020

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Jayne Graham Taylor

April 13, 2020

Loved Lorne & Joyce. When I was a teen in Marion my Aunt and Uncle were charter members of his church. I was just 12 when I led the music at a revival with him. I married and moved to Toronto, they came to Canada District. A fun reunion. When my children were pre-teens Rev MacMillian preached my husband's funeral, they were there for us when we needed support. Thank you for your faithfulness and care.

Phyllis DesRoches

April 10, 2020

Sincere Sympathy to Ray&Shiela, Dave and all the Family. Really was special when Uncle Lorne & Aunt Joyce came to visit all the PEI crew. We have missed their visit these last few year they were not able. Very special memories. Love Phyllis& Family

Grant Duncan

April 9, 2020

Uncle Lorne was almost a legend in our family. My Mom, Elizabeth, always had stories about him and his brothers. She was in touch quite often, and would always let everyone know how Uncle Lorne & Aunt Joyce were doing. It felt good to know there were men like this in the world, and that I was part of the family, no matter how distant.

Elizabeth Duncan & Family

April 9, 2020

To my Uncle Lorne's Family , Your Dad was a wonderful Uncle to me. He was always ready and willing to listen when I phoned. He was never too busy to give an encouraging word of praise. He always said that he loved his family, thanks for sharing that love with me. My condolence for your loss. Heaven is richer.

Roy Austin

April 8, 2020

Judy and I have fond memories of Lorne MacMillan. He was one of a generation of church leaders whose example gave us (of the next generation) a model and example of Christian leadership. Forever thankful.

Natalie DesRoches

April 6, 2020

I will hold dear memories of Uncle Lorne and Aunt Joyce's trips to visit us in PEI in the summertime. Uncle Lorne's kind soul and that twinkle in his eye will be hard to forget.

Love and Prayers to his family.

ROBERT MACMILLAN

April 6, 2020

I was very sorry to hear that Uncle Lorne had passed away. I send my sympathy to all his family along with hugs for everyone. I remember Uncle Lorne and Aunt Joyce fondly. Robert (Louis) MacMillan Son of Joseph and Ruby

Elizabeth Desroches

April 6, 2020

My Deepest Sympathy to my cousins Ray & Sheila ,Dave and their family's.Uncle Lorne &Aunt Joyce will have a special place in my heart for ever.love cousin Elizabeth B.

Reg Graves

April 6, 2020

Wonderful memories of both Lorne & Joyce when he was my DS and I pastored in Brampton. Enjoyed working with him on the district advisory board. A wonderful christian gentleman and leader.

Anita Schneider

April 7, 2020

Dave, Ray and family So sorry to hear about your dad. We all have good memories when your family lived in Auburn. He was a great man, friend and pastor. Lois Stebing, Harold and Anita Schneider Stan and Jill and Mark

Betty Zita

April 7, 2020

Sending our sympathies to the family from Elmsdale, Prince Edward Island. We remember Lorne and many fond memories when he was our District Superintendent in Canada Central. We remember in particular the family camp in 1986 when the glory fell in the tabernacle as the speaker spoke about our future glory! I never seen Lorne so blessed, walking back and forth on the camp stage shouting Glory! That which he celebrated and longed for at that service has now become a reality for him and we Give God The Glory! Until we meet again! Your fellow servants of Christ, Pastors Betty and Mike Zita, Elmsdale Church Of the Nazarene.

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