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Joe was one of the first people I met when I started doing theater in 1990..Grease Applehill Playhouse. He was so kind and encouraging..made this then nervous girl feel at ease.
Beth Michael
December 20, 2025


Irwin, Pennsylvania
Jun 27, 1959 – Dec 16, 2025 (Age 66)
Joseph E. "Joe" Milliren, 66, of Irwin, died Tuesday, December 16, 2025. He was born June 27, 1959 in El Paso, TX, the son of Rosa M. (Ochoa) Milliren of North Huntingdon and the late George E. Milliren. Joe was an accomplished actor, director and puppeteer and was the recipient of the Gene Kelly...
Read MoreJoe was one of the first people I met when I started doing theater in 1990..Grease Applehill Playhouse. He was so kind and encouraging..made this then nervous girl feel at ease.
Beth Michael
December 20, 2025
In loving memory of a wonderful person and creative soul. We will love you and miss you always.
Beth
December 19, 2025 | Work
Loved this guy. Such a gentle soul.
Colette Silvestri
December 19, 2025 | Friend
Joe was a friend to anyone he met. His very large laugh was spontaneous and infectious. His best friend were the thousands of audience members who were thrilled by his voice and depth of character in any role lucky enough to have him fill it. I do not know how many shows Joe did at CCAC South Campus Theatre, but my 2 favorites are Little Shop of Horrors and The Fantastiks. Joe was the offstage voice of Audrey 2, the cannibal plant. Jerry Olsavsky, a great Steeler Linebacker was in the...
George Jaber
December 18, 2025 | Friend
I knew Joe from his time helping with the St. Joseph HS plays. I was praying for him during this illness. My prayers and sympathy to his mother and family. Chris Auses
Chris Auses
December 17, 2025