Ola Mae "The Queen" McMillion

Ola Mae Stevens-McMillion was born on July 11, 1945, in Brinkley, Arkansas to loving parents, Lawyer, Sr. and Iola Humbert-Stevens. Ola accepted Christ into her life under the leadership of the late Bishop George Dewberry and transitioned to the leadership of Reverend Daniel McGinnis. She was active as a church mother and served in the kitchen ministry. She remained a faithful member of Greater Grace Temple for over 30 years. Ola was devoted to this ministry until her health precluded her from attending.
Ola retired from the Bosch Automotive Group, formerly Bendix, St. Joseph, Michigan. After retirement she and Maxine Taylor, who retired from Bosch as well, went on many shopping excursions and dined at their favorite restaurants. She loved to cook and was famously known for the following desserts: red velvet cake, German chocolate cake, caramel cake and, sweet potato pie. She was challenged in a cook-off, but this person (who shall remain anonymous) was no match for Ola's delectable cooking. Another passion of Ola's was shopping. She is the reason for the phrase, "shop until you drop." She could spend countless hours in the mall. Oftentimes, her shopping companions were worn out after a couple of hours, but Ola was just starting to gear up. She and her granddaughter, Kisha, were "partners in shopping;" they shopped with purpose at Walmart, Sam's Club, garage sales, and consignment shops. Their shopping ventures usually consisted of a full day.
In the 80s Ola decided to run for Queen of Miss Mama Lue and Quartet Singers, and she took home the title.
Ola took pride in the way she dressed. Her sense of style and fashion was impeccable. She was a committed follower of the latest trends. Her fashionista style was displayed whether it was casual or formal attire. D'Angelo's, Detroit, Michigan, dressed Ola fashionably. Her favorite accessory was her nails. She had a standing appointment with Nails by Jaynel, Detroit, Michigan. Ada and Deborah, her niece, were instrumental in keeping Ola's hair elegantly styled.
Ola loved to travel, immersing herself in different destinations and cultures. Her favorite city was Augusta, Georgia. During her downtime, she enjoyed watching episodes of, In the Heat of the Night. Her most enjoyable time was spent with her children, grandchildren, and extended family. Ola would never end a phone call without saying, "I love you more." Her quiet demeanor was filled with profound words of wisdom. She gave amazing advice on life, love, and relationships. She never judged anyone as she believed that God is the only one who can administer judgement. Her strongest attribute was faith. Ola believed in the word of God and shared it with all who listened. Throughout her many visits to the doctor or hospital, the nursing staff always commented on her politeness. Although she may have been physically suffering, she never allowed her pain to impact her outlook. Ola did not complain during her illness; the doctors and nurses always commented that she was one of their best patients.
Her amazing smile, fashion sense, great cooking, and love for family, and Christ embodies who she was. Ola will be deeply missed and forever remembered by her family and friends. A special thank you to her daughter, Camelia, and granddaughter, Kisha, for their unrelenting love, care, and support in Ola's health journey.
Ola is survived by her devoted children; Thomas McMillion, Jr., Benton Harbor, Michigan, Camelia McMillion, Detroit, Michigan, Ricky McMillion, and Barbara McMillion, Benton Harbor, Michigan; her loving siblings; sister, Mamie Smith, Byron Center, Michigan, two brothers, Johnny Stevens and Thomas Charles (Mary) Stevens, Sr., Benton Harbor, Michigan, and godson, Ronald Hurst, Benton Harbor, Michigan, 16 grandchildren, 59 great-grandchildren, and 13 great-great grandchildren, along with a host of nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by two daughters; Linda McMillion-Brown and April McMillion; granddaughter, Shericka Perkins, great granddaughter Sharicka Beautiful Jones, three brothers, Lawyer Stevens, Jr., Ocie Stevens, and Melvin Stevens; one sister, Legertha Stevens-Pulluiam; parents, Lawyer Stevens, Sr., and Iola Humbert-Stevens, and best friend, Maxine Taylor.
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