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Patricia McMillan Obituary
PATRICIA McMILLAN, 71, of Ellis Grove, Illinois, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025 at Saint Louis University Hospital, St. Louis, Missouri.
She was born to the late Roger Grah and Erline (nee Otto) Barillaro on November 6, 1953 in Chester, Illinois.
Pat married Norman McMillan on June 16, 1973; he preceded her in death on April 16, 2025.
She had previously worked in the offices at Famous Barr and was a homemaker for most of her life.
Pat enjoyed gardening and quilting.
Survivors:
1 Son:
Brian McMillan Ellis Grove, IL
1 Step Son:
Norman Dino McMillan East Carondelet, IL
2 Siblings:
Steven Grah California
Crystal Jordan Belleville, IL
2 Step Grandchildren:
Brittany and Stevie McMillan
Many Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends
Preceded in Death by: Parents and Husband
Funeral Service:
11:00 am, Thursday, July 10, 2025
Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois
Officiating:
Ridge Fogerson
Interment:
Evergreen Cemetery
Visitation:
Thursday – 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
839 Lehmen Dr, Chester, IL 62233
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