James Edward McMillan

James Edward McMillan obituary, Walterboro, SC

James Edward McMillan

James McMillan Obituary

Mr. James Edward McMillan, 77, Walterboro, entered into eternal rest Tuesday morning, October 21, 2025, at his residence. He was the husband of the late Sherryl Mixson McMillan to whom he was married 52 years.

Born June 6, 1948, in Colleton County, he was a son of the late Hezekiah Henry “H.H.” McMillan and Ruby Grooms McMillan. He served his country in the United States Army and retired from the Charleston Naval Shipyard. He was a faithful member of Victory Baptist Church and dearly loved his church. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Surviving are: his sons, Brian McMillan and his wife Michelle of Walterboro and Chad McMillan and his wife Courtney of Monroe, Georgia; grandchildren, Stephanie McMillan Platts and her husband Cameron, James “JB” McMillan (Katelyn Lovett), Lauren McMillan, Ethan McMillan, and Rhett McMillan; great granddaughter, Malorie Kate Platts; sister-in-law, Jean Herndon and her husband Randall; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, Charles H. McMillan.

Funeral services will be held 3 o’clock, Friday afternoon, October 24, 2025 at The Brice Herndon Funeral Home, Walterboro Chapel. The Reverend Jerome Hodge officiating. Interment will follow in Peniel Baptist Church Cemetery, Forks Road, Islandton.

The family will receive friends Friday afternoon from 2 o’clock until the hour of service at THE BRICE W. HERNDON AND SONS FUNERAL HOMES AND CREMATORY, WALTERBORO CHAPEL, 1193 Bells Highway, Walterboro, 843.538.5408. Visit the registry online at: www.briceherndonfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

People and places connected with James

Make a Donation
in James McMillan's name

How to support James's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor James McMillan's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more