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Joan McMillin Obituary
September 25, 1931 - November 19, 2022
Atwater, California - Known as "Joanie" to her friends and family, Saturday, 11/19/2011, she went to be with her Lord and her husband of 72 years, Loren, was by her side.
Joan was born in Stockton, CA to Irving and Ethel Warner and moved to Merced in 1943. She was proud to be a 6th generation Californian with pioneer family in the Sonora area.
She married her love, Loren McMillin, on November 10, 1950 at the tender age of 19. They enjoyed a second home in Cold Springs, CA where Joanie would spend her summers off from school every year.
They later owned a 2nd home in Rancho Mirage, spending the warmer winters there.
Joan was an avid tennis player and loved to watch all of the tennis tournaments on tv. Even volunteering at tournaments in the Palm Springs area.
Many may remember her while she worked for the Merced Union High School district for 20 years.
Joan is preceded in death by her parents, Irving and Ethel, her brother, Jim Board, her son, Robert and grandson CALFIRE Captain Paul Rotondaro.
She leaves behind her husband, Loren McMillin, her son, Michael McMillin (Toni), 6 grandchildren, Kristy McMillin Gleason (Gus), Robert McMillin (Katie), Kirk McMillin (Megan), Kyle McMillin (Jessica), Shannon McMillin Dunch (Jeffrey), Chase McMillin (Kiah), and Jennifer Rotondaro and the mix of great grandchildren, Elliot McMillin, Coen McMillin, Austin McMillin, Kiersten Molinar, Wyatt Rotondaro, Brooklynn Keeler and Raegan Keeler.
Family graveside service is Thursday, December 1st at 11:45 am at Merced District Cemetery on B Street in Merced. A reception will follow at the home of Michael and Toni McMillin 1147 Gregory Court Merced.
In lieu of flowers Loren asks for donations to be sent to Joan's favorite charity
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
P.O. Box 50 Memphis TN 38101-9929
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Memories and Condolences
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Susan Warner
May 30, 2023
My condolences to Joan's husband, sons and entire family. Joan was my first cousin, and I was one of her youngest cousins. I just saw this obituary yesterday. The Warner Family was a close one during the 1930s (before my time) all the way through the 1950s, but then we lost connection a bit with the McMillins. I remember our huge Thanksgiving gatherings of all the family members, and in particular I remember the one we hosted at our place in Stockton. Joan came with her husband and boys, and I believe it was the first time we got to play with her boys, who were closer to my age. I just remember we had fun, and I hope her sons (and grand children) know that our family is still around, and some of us are alive to still remember! I have some old photographs that include Irving & Roberta, and of course Joan. Warmly, Susan Warner
Ellie LaSalle
January 6, 2023
I loved this beautiful lady and am sending condolences to Loren and family. We had many good times together.
Michelle Ganci Archer
December 1, 2022
The Ganci family is so sorry for your loss. Thinking of the McMillin family at this difficult time.
Clint Moore
December 1, 2022
What a lovely Lady! My Condolences to her Family
Maggie Cardenas
November 29, 2022
I use to play tennis with Joan and Loren. They both are such wonderful people. My thoughts and prayers for Loren and the family. What a beautiful person she was.
Gary Parker
November 29, 2022
I send my condolences to Loren and Mike, I knew her cheering her sons in Jr Football. She had a cheerful personality and was a doting mother.
Mark Blake
November 29, 2022
Hey Mike,
Sorry for your loss.
I bet your mom and your brother are having a grand reunion.
Mark
Babs Fowler Ratzlaff
November 26, 2022
I have know Joanie almost all my life. Roberta and my mom (Alva) worked together in Stockton at the paper mill. Joanie and I connected at times when we lived in Merced. Later we were together and visited a lot.
Later in life, when I lost my husband. I would go up to the cabin and spend time with Loren and Joanie.
We had great times together laughing a lot and cooking and drinking our food and drinks. One time, when we had our ears pierced, we went to the Branding Iron in Merced. Had a couple of drinks, then had our ears pierced. I love Joanie and Loren, they where great people. I will miss you, Joanie, but our times together will be remembered. Love to the family.
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