Donna MILLMAN

MILLMAN, Donna Mae (Hendy)
May 21, 1944 - February 5, 2016
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Donna Millman, at the age of 71 years. She was predeceased by her best friend and husband, Ian Millman (2013). She is survived by her family: Tracey Dykeman (Tim, Mikaela and Lucy) and Marla Millman (Austin and Sienna); her sister Arlene Rycroft (Keath, Madyline and Erica); her brother-in-law Reid Millman (Garnet and family) and sister-in-law Diane Olsen (Mike and family). She also will be remembered fondly by her cousins, high school pals, golf mates, bridge partners, Vancouver Police and Pipe Band friends, and many others who knew her as "Auntie Donna." Donna was born in Red Deer, Alberta to John and Phyllis Hendy. Growing up in Vancouver, she attended Carleton Elementary and later graduated from Killarney Secondary. She enjoyed playing many sports and, in grade 11, met Ian Millman, the love of her life. Their love affair led to their marriage on October 7, 1966. Donna and Ian raised their family in Burnaby and enjoyed the summers at their cottage in Point Roberts. Together they explored the world, often through the Vancouver Police Pipe Band. They travelled to Scotland, Ian's birthplace; they went to Bali, China, Japan and Hawaii. They cruised to Alaska for Donna's 65th birthday with her sister and husband. Donna fulfilled one of her dreams last year and spent her 71st birthday in New York City where she saw a Yankee's ballgame and Broadway shows. For Donna, this love of travel started in 1965 when she travelled with girlfriends to Europe on the cruise ship Oriana, and celebrated her 21st birthday in Paris. Donna enjoyed working at Woodwards, The Bay and as an independent food demonstrator. She was an amazing cook and loved to entertain, preparing new and exciting dishes for her friends and family. Donna took up the game of golf and became an active member of Pitt Meadows Golf Club. She learned to play bridge and played regularly with friends and fellow golfers. Donna's many friends will remember her fun and easy-going nature. She was fair, patient and considerate, always willing to give her time and energy to various projects and events. She tirelessly and lovingly supported Ian throughout his battle with ALS and was brave and strong when faced with her own illness. She will be missed by so many of her dear friends and loving family. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Donna's name to the BC Cancer Agency. A Memorial Gathering is planned for Sunday, March 6, 2016, from 2-4 p.m., at The Pitt Meadows Golf Club, 13615 Harris Road.