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Kenneth Millar Obituary

Dr. Kenneth R. Millar, 74 passed away peacefully in his home after a long battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis. He is survived by his two sons, Steven (Denise) and Jeffrey, his grandchildren Todd (Megan), Tara, Kyle and Cody, great grandchildren, Gunner, Evelyn, Cash and Scarlett and his nephews Kevin (Heather), Scott (Joannie) and Daniel (Stacy) and their children. Proceeded in death by his parents, Stella and George Millar, his brother and sister in law Don and Charlotte Millar and his aunts, uncles and cousins. Teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal and Associate Professor for over 48 years. Organist and Choir Director at Zion Lutheran Church in Chicago for 30 years. Interment private.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Oct. 28, 2022.

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public school kid

July 14, 2023

Mr. Millar was the perfect middle school teacher. He was creative, inspirational and REALLY cared about his students. He was my eighth grade teacher and was a guiding spirit through my troubled family life and completely saw me for who i was. As I try to digitize my memorabilia, I came across his handwritten responses to my letters sent to him in desperation, trying to escape my home life. His responses, (written in typical Mr. Millar style, with witty parens) were deeply thoughtful and concerned. Today, I have a life I am proud of and much of that direction is due to Mr. Millar.
Thank you for the fond and touching memories (oh, and of course, for being a fantastic educator and teacher).
You were tolerant of my 8th grade radical anti-war thoughts and my awful singing (I cant believe you let me in choir, lol).
Thank you for being in my life.

Ken Royal

November 1, 2022

One of my favorite memories of Mr. Millar is bringing home my school photo. My Mom asked, "who's the big kid on the left?" and I told her, that's my teacher.

Sheri Conover

October 30, 2022

We send our condolences on this very sad loss.

Melissa

October 29, 2022

Dr. Millar set the bar as an educator, boss, mentor, and gentleman. It was an honor to be one of his teachers.
I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family.

Marsha Liff

October 27, 2022

Sending my sincere condolences to the entire family. As Deena has said he was a great boss and he did make sure we gave our best . I loved coming to work each day because he created a team . He knew the names and family backgrounds of each child that came through that door and they knew that he cared. Every school needs a Dr. Millar .

Deena Carroll

October 26, 2022

II am so sorry to hear this news. He was a great man and a great boss. He strived for perfection from us all and would push us to be our best. The world has a great loss with his passing. I always admired him.

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