Daniel McLaren Millar

Daniel McLaren Millar

MILLAR Daniel McLaren, died suddenly while on vacation in Luxor, Egypt on November 10th, 2009. Daniel was born January 13th, 1937 in Regina, Saskatchewan and spent the majority of his life in Victoria. Danny is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Anne; his daughters, Janice (Doug) Symonds and Joyce (Ian) MacDonald; his grandchildren, Sean and Grant MacDonald; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Earl and Marie Smith and family and his three grand dogs. He lived for his family and found great joy in his grandson’s activities. Dan was the office manager (41 years) and long time member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters, Local 1598. He was a founding member of the Positive Living Centre of Victoria. He was an avid model railroad enthusiast and never failed to stop to view passing trains. He also enjoyed working in his garden and quiet walks with his family and his three grand dogs. Danny will be remembered for his brilliant smile, laughing eyes and a warm heart that enriched the life of everyone that new him.

A Celebration of Danny’s life will be held on Friday, November 20, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. in MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets, the Reverend Kim Fairrell presiding. A reception will follow in the Family Centre. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BC Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation of BC.

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Posted by Obituaries on November 16, 2009     13 Comments

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  1. Barb Dafoe says:

    So sorry to hear of your loss Joyce and family. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

  2. Jo-AL Dench says:

    My deepest sympathies to you Joyce, and your family, on the loss of your dad.

  3. Diane Jolly says:

    Joyce,
    May warm memories provide some comfort to you and your loved ones during this sad time.

  4. The Eby family says:

    Our thoughts are with all of you at this very sad time.
    Take Care of yourselves,
    Love from Ted, Pat, Jackie and Dave Eby

  5. Lorna Rennie says:

    Dear Anne and Family,

    I was so very sorry to hear of Dan’s passing. I have such fond memories of him and his lovely smile. I know you’ll miss him terribly. May you find peace and comfort in God’s love.

    Love,

    Lorna (Rennie)

  6. Jo-Ann and Darwin Heap says:

    Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family at this time.

  7. Rick Casey says:

    My condolences for the Dan Millar Family.
    Sincerely,
    Brother Rick Casey

  8. Pat Zogar says:

    Dearest Anne, Janice & Joyce and family:
    So many people will miss Danny’s hugs and Danny’s always willing helping hand. What a blessing he was to us all. The world is a better place because he was here. Just keep hugging each other.
    Much Love,
    Pat

  9. Janet Lewis says:

    My condolences to you Anne, and your family at this time of loss. Dan will be missed. Sending healing thoughts and prayers your way.

  10. Charlene Brown says:

    Anne, we were so sorry to hear, at our Wednesday morning painting group, of your husband’s sudden passing. Irene and the others who knew Dan said he was a wonderful person and will be missed terribly.

  11. Dorritta Fode says:

    To Joyce and Family: I was shocked to hear about your dad on my return to work today. My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. From reading the obit, I could see that your dad was a warm, caring husband, father and grandfather and anyone who loves his grandsons and grand-dogs so much is a wonderful person! My thoughts and prayers are with you and may your memories sustain and comfort all of you during this difficult time.

  12. Norma and Herb Schmidt says:

    Dear Anne and family, we are wishing you well on this sad day. Our prayers and blessings are with you all. Love, Norma and Herb

  13. Francine Belanger says:

    My condolences, Joyce. My toughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.

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