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Barbara Millis Obituary
Family and friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday (Nov. 14) at the McGuigan Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 9 a.m. with prayers on Monday (Nov. 15) at the funeral home and a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. at St. Francis deSales Roman Catholic Church. Burial will be in Sandhill Cemetery.
Barb was born on July 26, 1929 in Geneva, the daughter of the late Benjamin and Katherine McGuigan McCheyne. Barb loved Geneva where she was a life resident and was a successful Real Estate Broker for over 40 years. She was a member of St. Francis deSales-St. Stephen's and the American Legion Winnek Post 396 Auxiliary.
She is survived by her children: Arthur (Kay) Millis of Indiana, John (Sam) Millis of Bremerton, Wash., James D. Millis of Henderson, Nev., Martin (Theresa) Millis of Lakewood, Ohio, Joan (Adam) Schultz of Aubum, Calif. and Caroline (Peter) Abertson of Waxhaw, N.C.; grandchildren: Rebecca, Carrie Ann, Jessica, Katherine, Barbara, Erin, Meggie, Michael, Ryan, Sierra, Dillon, McKenzie, Fiona, Arthur and Clara; several nieces and nephews; and many incredible friends.
Barb was predeceased by her husband, Arthur E. Millis; a daughter, Katherine Millis Carpenter; childhood brother and sister, Benjamin and Dottie; and adult siblings: Clara Smith, Esther Bullock, Louise Sniffen and Robert McCheyne.
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Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Millis
Kathleen Bauer
November 10, 2020
Can't believe it has been ten years! Still missing her!
Jenn Cotter
November 28, 2010
When I think of Barb, I always picture her with a happy smile on her face. I have wonderful memories of her and will never forget how she always welcomed me in her home and made me feel like part of the family.
Dennis and Carol Gonsalves
November 23, 2010
Dearest Joan, Caroline and All the others in the Millis family: We were saddened to hear of your Mom?s passing when Jennifer called the other day. As Dennis and I reminisced, we again felt the warmth of her smiles and her joyful laugh. She was always truly radiant, and Dennis said it best when he said she was a great Mom and her children reflected her lovely personality. May God bless and Comfort you all. With love from Jen?s Mom and Dad.
Toni Guidice
November 17, 2010
There was no one like Barb. There are people you meet who change the direction of your life. Barb was one of those people for me. I hope her family knows that her reach was great, maybe more than they will ever know.
Suzanne Sniffen
November 15, 2010
Aunt Barb was a special lady. We were so sorry to hear of her passing. Please know that we are thinking of y'all and that you are in our prayers. With Love, The Sniffen Family
Kathy Millis
November 14, 2010
I will miss my aunt soooo much. We had long talks that will be so memorable. Now she will be looked after by my Mom and brother who will show her a beautiful new path.
Terry Carragher
November 12, 2010
Like those before me on this post, I am having a hard time putting my feelings into words. Barb was such a special person. Whenever I went home to Geneva I wanted/needed to see Mom and Dad’s friends as much as mine. They know me better than anyone, they were my past, my history, my life, and Barb was always there at the head of that parade.
I have so many amazing memories of Barb, some of which should probably not be immortalized on the internet, like going to the movies with the Barbara’s; Millis, Hennessy and of course my favorite, Carragher. You haven’t lived until you’ve experienced a sexy movie with the Barb’s.
Barb and my Dad always thought that the “gang” should have a compound when they got older so they could all be together and never be alone. Their idea never came to fruition, but they are together now and I am sure, are creating havoc up there as they did here. And giving joy to all who know them. We are all blessed for having Barb in our lives.
My thoughts, prayers and love are with you all.
Terry Carragher
November 12, 2010
To All the Millis family, our deepest sympathies for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Debbie Long Combs & Frank Laquitara
November 12, 2010
So sorry for you all. She was one great lady and always had a smile on her face. Lot of happy memories from family reunions at the parks. Will see you all on Monday. Lewis and Lou Ann
November 12, 2010
To all the Millis families......Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Aunt Barb was a wonderful person who always had a smile for everyone no matter how she felt. She will be missed but what a reunion we will have when we all meet again. Enjoy the reunion you are having now Aunt Barb.
Ron and Ina Millis Gaston, South Carolina
Mary Mahan Longstreet
November 11, 2010
I don’t know what to say except she will be missed immensely. Her laugh, her smile, and her wit are unforgettable. I feel blessed to have had her and Art as my Godparents. I could not have asked for a better pair. To all of the Millis kids…God blessed you with wonderful parents and may he bless you again at this time of sorrow.
Mary Mahan Longstreet
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November 11, 2010
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November 11, 2010
Jean Shutter
November 11, 2010
Memories....
Jean Shutter
November 11, 2010
They say that a mother can never be replaced....I believe that is true. Barbara though came as close to filling that void for me as anyone ever could have. I will miss her drive, determination, and discussions. She was so accomplished on many levels and touched so many people's lives. Through hardship and true heartbreak she pushed on always with a smile and a laugh. Her best advice..."Buck up!"has carried us all through many hard times. I will miss the glint in her eye and the sound of her laugh. She always would say to me...."Jean, I'm so glad you can have this!" I say back to her now..."Barb, I'm so glad that I had you!" Thank you to her family immediate and extended, for sharing her so effortlessly with me, for that I am eternally grateful. I loved her with my whole heart and will miss her with my entire being. I will anxiously await the spring where she will meet me again with my own mother, in the garden with the shastas, black-eyed susans, butterfies, and hummingbird! Love to you all......
Roberta (Sellinger) Corkum
November 10, 2010
My condolences and prayers to Barb's family. I have known the family since I was a child but mostly she was a Mom to all at the Hide-Away...lots of laughs and good times God Bless Barb for you will be missed.
Sandy Hendricks-Evans
November 10, 2010
My sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve Fenner
November 10, 2010
To the Millis Family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. I remember all the good times at the Hide-a-Way after the rugby games. Your mom was a great lady and referee. God Blee
Steve & Debbie Fenner
Heidi Mook
November 10, 2010
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
November 10, 2010
So sorry to hear about Barb. I will let Aunt Nettie know as she was one of her good "Geneva phone co. friends".....Anne Brown (Antionette Legott Tanana Chandler AZ,)
Susan (VanAllan) Rabideau
November 10, 2010
Thoughts and prayers go out to all the Millis family. Have such wonderful memories of your mother and family.
John Lynch
November 10, 2010
To Brab's family, my condolenses. Barb was indeed a professional real estate broker, she enjoyed talking about her properites, but she also listened. Many times she came to my office to get property info and discuss property values. I knew Barb the 25 years I was the Assessor for the City of Geneva, enjoyed her smile and laugh, even if we didn't always agree (we did more often than not). John Lynch, retired assessor.
November 10, 2010
To the entire extended Millis family, It is so hard to acknowledge that Barb has passed. There are really no words, or then again, enough words to describe the absolutely total person that she was. Wonderful, loving Mom, a great friend, smart business woman. We enjoyed her company so much. Just talking with her was always such a good, fun time. Her parties were the best! Always so many people from all areas of her life just getting together. Hard to believe that we won't answer the phone again to"Barb Millis here". She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her.
Andy Flynn and Kathy Bauer
Judi Snow
November 9, 2010
To The Millis Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I had lots of fun times with Barb over the years. She was a wonderful person. --Judi (Simeone) Snow
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