Joseph D. McMillan, formally of Kearny, passed away on August 18, 2022 in Hudson, FL.. He was 81. Visiting will be on Thursday September 1, 2022 from 3 until 7 p.m. at the Armitage Wiggins Funeral Home 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny. The funeral home will again open on Friday morning at 9:30 a.m. and his funeral service will begin at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home. Graveside prayers and military honors will follow at Arlington Cemetery in Kearny.
Joe was a firefighter for the Town of Kearny. He served both active and reserved status for The U.S. Army between 1959 until 1993. He was very proud of his service with the 7th Group Special Forces in The Jungles of Central and South America. Joe loved to read about military history and his Irish Culture. He was a dedicated member of The 19th Special Forces Association.
He was formally married to Louise (nee Trent) and was the father of Gregory (his wife Maureen) and Keith (his wife Connie). He is survived by his siblings; Jacqueline Primavera, Jill McMillan Waller, Jeanie McMillan Feaman and James McMillan. He was predeceased by siblings Joan Lyons and Judith Horn, half brother Joseph Calavano. Also surviving are his grandchildren; Stephanie, Ryan, Taylor, Chase, Molly, Gregory and Gavin along with his great grandchildren; Donovan, Tiber, Bon and June. In lieu of flowers kindly consider a donation to The A.,S.P.C.A.