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Lisa Anne McMillen
1983 - 2015
Lisa Anne McMillen
1983 - 2015
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Lisa McMillen Obituary
Born May 13, 1983, Lisa was the wife of Sean P. Galvin and daughter of Angela McMillen Ayres of Arlington, Virginia and John T. McMillen of Medina, Ohio.
Lisa graduated from Our Lady of the Elms High School in Akron, Ohio 2001. In 2005 she graduated from the College of Wooster where she majored in Business Economics and Political Science and was a member of the Delta Theta Psi sorority. She earned a Master's Degree from the John Glenn School of Public Affairs - The Ohio State University.
Lisa retired from the U.S. Government Accountability Office in Washington D.C. in April, 2015 after a seven year career as a senior defense analyst which brought her around the world to the Middle East and Europe. She was deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan four times for extended periods in the service of her country.
Lisa was a wonderful cook who enjoyed volunteering with Yellow Ribbon Fund, reading and raising awareness for ALS. Prior to the onset of ALS, Lisa was an avid runner and played kickball.
In addition to her husband and parents, Lisa is survived by her twin sister, Kathryn (Dan Hlavin) her brothers, Steven and Scott, her step-parents, Whit Ayres and Linda McMillen, mother-in-law, Patricia Galvin (Frank), and brothers-in-law Brian (Erika) and Kyle (Pattie Grant) and nephews Jack and Henry.
A Celebration of Lisa's life will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2015 at the Fort Myer Officers' Club, 214 Jackson Ave, Fort Myer, VA. Since this is a military base, guests must be registered to attend. Condolences will begin at 2:00 P.M. and the service will begin at 3:00 P.M. with a reception afterwards.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to one of the following organizations: ALS Association,
(be sure to mark it for research) or the ALS Virginia Chapter, which donated technology and medical equipment enabling Lisa to have a better quality of life.
Murphy Funeral Home, Arlington, is handling the arrangements.
Online condolences may be expressed on Lisa's Facebook page or at Murphy Funeral Home.
RSVP to the Celebration of Lisa's Life at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-celebration-of-life-for-lisa-mcmillen-tickets-17021639181
Contribute to the ALS Association at https://secure2.convio.net/alsa/site/Donation2;jsessionid=0DEBC5235A2BACB18BA87B8993CB5359.app293b?df_id=27420&27420.donation=form1
Contribute to the ALS Virginia Chapter at https://secure2.convio.net/alsa/site/Donation2?idb=0&df_id=32141&32141.donation=form1
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Nancy Combs
June 10, 2015
Sean,
So very sorry to hear. Keeping you and Lisa in my heart.
Dale Wineholt
May 28, 2015
A wonderful life sadly cut short. I would like to extend my condolences to Lisa's family.
John and Barb Edwards
May 24, 2015
John and Linda,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
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Joe Kessler
May 24, 2015
Words cannot convey the deepest of feelings I have for the loss of a child but my thoughts and prayers are with the McMillen family. Please accept my sincere condolences in your loss.
Joe Kessler, Ashland, Ohio
Erica, Francesca & Bob McGill
May 22, 2015
Our thoughts are with you all during this trying time. Sending much love, and hugs.
Biana Smolich
May 21, 2015
Lisa was a true joy to be around. Her intelligent, sharp wit and humor always made me laugh. I am very thankful that I was able to share a part of her life and I will fondly remember all the stories she shared with me. Her strength and fortitude were an inspiration, as was her service to our country. She was blessed to have such a wonderful family and support structure who loved and cared for her deeply. Bob and I will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Aunt Carol Lenk
May 20, 2015
I honor both Lisa and her family ,especially Kat. Their love and attention made Lisa know how very loved and special she was. Never was there a woman less deserving of her fate, and never was there a family more willing to see her through it. Rest sweetly, dear Lisa.
Julie Roberts
May 20, 2015
Praying for your peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Erin Moxley
May 19, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to the McMillen family. I remember the days of carpooling to the Elms with Lisa, her sister, and mom. I'm so sorry to hear of Lisa's passing.
Jackie Vrona Ceculski
May 19, 2015
You will never be forgotten! May you be at peace now! Love and prayers! Elms classmate!
Elaine Fippin
May 19, 2015
Lisa and her sister Kat were beloved students. My prayers are with your family.
Elaine Fippin, Our Lady of the Elms
May 19, 2015
I will remember Lisa's grace and quiet perseverance. Although devastated by her death, I am happy she can be set free from the confines of ALS. Lisa's soul can dance that way it is supposed to! Sending my prayers to Kat and the rest of her family.
Maggie Freeman Juett
Elms, class of 2001
Susan Pangburn
May 19, 2015
Dear Angie, Scott, Kat, Steven, John, and Sean,
We were all so sad and sorry to hear about Lisa's passing. Lisa was our babysitter over the summer months, and undoubtedly she was our best sitter. She was kind, loving, caring, responsible, fun yet firm; all great qualities that any parent would love to have/find in a sitter, especially for 3 rambunctious boys. She was dedicated and always had a smile on her face. Lisa was great with Kyle, Colin, and Sean, and they loved and respected her in return. They looked forward to seeing her pull up in her jeep every day, because they knew that they were in for lots of fun and laughter when Lisa was around. She made quite a positive impression on them. We will always be grateful to Lisa and cherish our memories with her. Please know that we will never forget her and what she meant to our family; and we will be thinking of you all over the coming days and will continue to pray for you all during this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Mark, Susan, Kyle, Colin, and Sean Pangburn
May 19, 2015
I was so sorry to hear that Lisa had died. Please know of my prayers and the prayers of all of our Sisters for Lisa and her entire family.
Sister Maura Bartel, OP
Our Lady of the Elms
Fred Pribble
May 19, 2015
Sean:
I'm very sorry for your loss. Know that you, your family and Lisa are in my thoughts and prayers.
Nadine Furr
May 19, 2015
Lisa was a beautiful and remarkable young woman. I am glad I had the opportunity to know her. She always had a smile on her face. She truly will be missed!
Mark Ryan
May 19, 2015
I had the honor of knowing Lisa at both Ohio State and GAO. She was a wonderful woman who was full of life and cared deeply about her friends and colleagues. She will be missed!!!
May 18, 2015
As a young employee that worked with Lisa, she was truly an inspiration to me. Please accept my deepest condolences. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Carole Coffey
May 18, 2015
Lisa will be deeply missed by all her knew her and by those who never had the opportunity to meet this remarkable young woman. I was honored to call her my colleague and my friend.
Guy LoFaro
May 18, 2015
Lisa was the bravest person I've ever known. She inspired me every time we interacted. Her loss will be felt deeply by many, including me, but she passes having made so many of our lives better for knowing her.
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