Daniel McMillan of New Gretna, NJ, age 66, passed away Saturday, February 18, 2017. He was born in Glasgow, Scotland on October 12, 1950 to Jessie Nicol (Wilson) McMillan and the late Daniel McMillan. Daniel emigrated from Scotland in 1958 to Waterloo, IA where he grew up. He graduated from West High School. Daniel joinedContinue Reading
Daniel McMillan of New Gretna, NJ, age 66, passed away Saturday, February 18, 2017. He was born in Glasgow, Scotland on October 12, 1950 to Jessie Nicol (Wilson) McMillan and the late Daniel McMillan.
Daniel emigrated from Scotland in 1958 to Waterloo, IA where he grew up. He graduated from West High School. Daniel joined the U.S. Navy in 1968 and made a career on nuclear submarines for 12 years. He graduated with honors in 1990 from the New Jersey Institute of Technology with a degree in mechanical engineering. Daniel worked at Oyster Creek Generator Corp. in Forked River, NJ. He later worked at the Nuclear Energy Institute in Washington D.C. as a training department director. Daniel returned home for the final 3 years prior to his retirement in 2013 as an Engineering Director at Oyster Creek where he dedicated 33 years of employment.
Daniel loved being on the water, specifically on sailboats and motorboats on the Barnegat Bay. He enjoyed coaching kids’ soccer and traveling, especially with his family, with his favorite destinations being St. Thomas and the British Virgin Islands. Daniel found joy in going to Myrtle Beach to play golf, the Boardwalk in Ocean City, and Fager’s Island in Maryland. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Daniel is survived by his wife of 46 years, Kay McMillan of New Gretna, NJ, son, Daniel McMillan III and his wife, Kim and their children, Justin and Jessica of Virginia Beach, VA, daughter, Jennifer McIntosh and her husband, Robert and their children, Layla and Lawson, of Egg Harbor Township, NJ, mother, Jessie McMillan of Spring Grove, IL, sister, June Hill-Male and her husband, Jonathan of Spring Grove, IL, three nephews: Jacob, James and Jesse, uncle, Harry McMillan and his wife, Elma in Canada and several cousins in Scotland.
A memorial service in Daniel’s honor will be held at 1PM on Monday, February 27, 2017 at New Gretna Presbyterian Church, 19 S. Maple Ave., New Gretna, NJ 08224. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be may payable to “St. Jude Children’s Hospital” and sent in care of R.T. Foard Funeral Home, P.A., P.O. Box 248, Rising Sun, MD 21911.
George Scienski
left a message on March 27, 2017:
Sorry to hear about Dan's passing. Dan was one of the first instructions I had when I joined Oyster Creek in 1985. He was serious about his job and dedicated to ensuring his students got the message. Thank you Dan!
Joe and Diana DeBlasio
left a message on February 27, 2017:
So sorry to hear of Dan's passing. Our condolences to your family. We both have many fond memories of Dan at Oyster Creek and on the golf course. He was definitely one of the good guys.
Rachel Colon-Ruth
left a message on February 25, 2017:
My condolences to the family at this difficult time.
My husband & I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Dan. He was a true gentleman and one of the nicest people you would ever want to meet. RIP Dan.
My husband & I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Dan. He was a true gentleman and one of the nicest people you would ever want to meet. RIP Dan.
left a message on February 25, 2017:
My sincere condolences to the McMillan family. I worked with Dan in the Training department at OC. He was a kind and gentle man and it was a pleasure to work with hm.
Diane Moser
Diane Moser
Bill Dixon
left a message on February 25, 2017:
On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), I offer our sincere condolences on Daniel's passing. You and your loved ones are in our thoughts and prayers. We are forever grateful for Daniel's service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service. To our Brother we say, Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. May you rest in peace and may God bless your loved ones who remain. Thank you for your service to our country."
"Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace always in every way." 2 Thess 3:16.
Daniel McMillan, US Navy, Now on Eternal Patrol.
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate.
Bill Dixon, Chaplain United States Submarine Veterans, USSVI.
"Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace always in every way." 2 Thess 3:16.
Daniel McMillan, US Navy, Now on Eternal Patrol.
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate.
Bill Dixon, Chaplain United States Submarine Veterans, USSVI.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Dave Fawcett
left a message on February 25, 2017:
My deepest sympathy to the McMillan family on Dan's passing. I had the good fortune to know Dan over most of his career at Oyster Creek NGS. As his first supervisor in the operator training department, I was blessed to have a lead instructor with his skills, experience, dedication, and professionalism. Coupled with his friendly outgoing manner, he was a pleasure to work with and I am just one of many to know him as a friend. Like several others at the plant, I was also a Navy Submarine Veteran and that was an additional bond in our friendship. I think of Dan often on my frequent trips to Scotland to visit my daughter and her family. Dan was admired and appreciated by all who had the opportunity to know him. He will be missed by his Oyster Creek family and remembered fondly.
Hal Turner
left a message on February 24, 2017:
My deepest sympathies to the Mcmillan family, I know it was a hard fought battle and may God bless you all in your time of grieving. Condolences Hal Turner
Maureen Q.
left a message on February 24, 2017:
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Dan. It was always such a pleasure to see you both at the airport on your way to your many trips to the islands. My sympathy and prayers to you and your family.
Nick Nichols
left a message on February 24, 2017:
To the McMillan Family,
On behalf of the Charleston Base SUBVETS and Swamp Fox Chapter SUBVETS WWII, I offer you our sincere condolences on Daniel's passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one and our shipmate. The SUBVETS will have your family in our thoughts and prayers. There is no expiration date on the back of our dolphins and Daniel will always be remembered as a Brother of the Phin and a great Patriot.
(SS) Daniel McMillan
US Navy Submarine Veteran
Now on Eternal Patrol
Sailor Rest Your Oar
Your Shipmates Have The Watch
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate
Charleston Base Submarine Veterans
Nick Nichols, MTCM(SS) USN Ret.
Base Chaplain
On behalf of the Charleston Base SUBVETS and Swamp Fox Chapter SUBVETS WWII, I offer you our sincere condolences on Daniel's passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one and our shipmate. The SUBVETS will have your family in our thoughts and prayers. There is no expiration date on the back of our dolphins and Daniel will always be remembered as a Brother of the Phin and a great Patriot.
(SS) Daniel McMillan
US Navy Submarine Veteran
Now on Eternal Patrol
Sailor Rest Your Oar
Your Shipmates Have The Watch
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate
Charleston Base Submarine Veterans
Nick Nichols, MTCM(SS) USN Ret.
Base Chaplain
Jay Anvari
left a message on February 24, 2017:
My condolences to McMillan family for such great loss. God bless you all.
Bob Havens
left a message on February 23, 2017:
Dan and I were in the US Navy together 46 years ago. I could not have asked for a better friend. He had a knack for teaching others technical systems on board the nuclear submarine and was liked by everyone in the crew. Dan and I spent many hours sitting outside the apartment talking about life back in Iowa where we both grew up. It seems like yesterday seeing Dan, Kay, Danny, and Jennifer back in Groton, Ct. I am so blessed to know this great man.
Rod Davidson
left a message on February 22, 2017:
So sorry to hear about Dan's untimely passing. We worked together in the Oyster Creek Training Department. Dan was truly one of the "good guys", very caring and professional. He was instrumental in making the OC Training Department one of the best around. I feel honored to have called him my friend as well as colleague.
Tom Jenkins
left a message on February 22, 2017:
So sorry to hear about Dans passing.A true gentleman.A pleasure to know and work with.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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George Scienski
left a message on March 27, 2017:
Sorry to hear about Dan's passing. Dan was one of the first instructions I had when I joined Oyster Creek in 1985. He was serious about his job and dedicated to ensuring his students got the message. Thank you Dan!
Joe and Diana DeBlasio
left a message on February 27, 2017:
So sorry to hear of Dan's passing. Our condolences to your family. We both have many fond memories of Dan at Oyster Creek and on the golf course. He was definitely one of the good guys.
Rachel Colon-Ruth
left a message on February 25, 2017:
My condolences to the family at this difficult time.
My husband & I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Dan. He was a true gentleman and one of the nicest people you would ever want to meet. RIP Dan.
My husband & I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Dan. He was a true gentleman and one of the nicest people you would ever want to meet. RIP Dan.
left a message on February 25, 2017:
My sincere condolences to the McMillan family. I worked with Dan in the Training department at OC. He was a kind and gentle man and it was a pleasure to work with hm.
Diane Moser
Diane Moser
Bill Dixon
left a message on February 25, 2017:
On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), I offer our sincere condolences on Daniel's passing. You and your loved ones are in our thoughts and prayers. We are forever grateful for Daniel's service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service. To our Brother we say, Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. May you rest in peace and may God bless your loved ones who remain. Thank you for your service to our country."
"Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace always in every way." 2 Thess 3:16.
Daniel McMillan, US Navy, Now on Eternal Patrol.
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate.
Bill Dixon, Chaplain United States Submarine Veterans, USSVI.
"Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace always in every way." 2 Thess 3:16.
Daniel McMillan, US Navy, Now on Eternal Patrol.
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate.
Bill Dixon, Chaplain United States Submarine Veterans, USSVI.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Dave Fawcett
left a message on February 25, 2017:
My deepest sympathy to the McMillan family on Dan's passing. I had the good fortune to know Dan over most of his career at Oyster Creek NGS. As his first supervisor in the operator training department, I was blessed to have a lead instructor with his skills, experience, dedication, and professionalism. Coupled with his friendly outgoing manner, he was a pleasure to work with and I am just one of many to know him as a friend. Like several others at the plant, I was also a Navy Submarine Veteran and that was an additional bond in our friendship. I think of Dan often on my frequent trips to Scotland to visit my daughter and her family. Dan was admired and appreciated by all who had the opportunity to know him. He will be missed by his Oyster Creek family and remembered fondly.
Hal Turner
left a message on February 24, 2017:
My deepest sympathies to the Mcmillan family, I know it was a hard fought battle and may God bless you all in your time of grieving. Condolences Hal Turner
Maureen Q.
left a message on February 24, 2017:
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Dan. It was always such a pleasure to see you both at the airport on your way to your many trips to the islands. My sympathy and prayers to you and your family.
Nick Nichols
left a message on February 24, 2017:
To the McMillan Family,
On behalf of the Charleston Base SUBVETS and Swamp Fox Chapter SUBVETS WWII, I offer you our sincere condolences on Daniel's passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one and our shipmate. The SUBVETS will have your family in our thoughts and prayers. There is no expiration date on the back of our dolphins and Daniel will always be remembered as a Brother of the Phin and a great Patriot.
(SS) Daniel McMillan
US Navy Submarine Veteran
Now on Eternal Patrol
Sailor Rest Your Oar
Your Shipmates Have The Watch
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate
Charleston Base Submarine Veterans
Nick Nichols, MTCM(SS) USN Ret.
Base Chaplain
On behalf of the Charleston Base SUBVETS and Swamp Fox Chapter SUBVETS WWII, I offer you our sincere condolences on Daniel's passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one and our shipmate. The SUBVETS will have your family in our thoughts and prayers. There is no expiration date on the back of our dolphins and Daniel will always be remembered as a Brother of the Phin and a great Patriot.
(SS) Daniel McMillan
US Navy Submarine Veteran
Now on Eternal Patrol
Sailor Rest Your Oar
Your Shipmates Have The Watch
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate
Charleston Base Submarine Veterans
Nick Nichols, MTCM(SS) USN Ret.
Base Chaplain
Jay Anvari
left a message on February 24, 2017:
My condolences to McMillan family for such great loss. God bless you all.
Bob Havens
left a message on February 23, 2017:
Dan and I were in the US Navy together 46 years ago. I could not have asked for a better friend. He had a knack for teaching others technical systems on board the nuclear submarine and was liked by everyone in the crew. Dan and I spent many hours sitting outside the apartment talking about life back in Iowa where we both grew up. It seems like yesterday seeing Dan, Kay, Danny, and Jennifer back in Groton, Ct. I am so blessed to know this great man.
Rod Davidson
left a message on February 22, 2017:
So sorry to hear about Dan's untimely passing. We worked together in the Oyster Creek Training Department. Dan was truly one of the "good guys", very caring and professional. He was instrumental in making the OC Training Department one of the best around. I feel honored to have called him my friend as well as colleague.
Tom Jenkins
left a message on February 22, 2017:
So sorry to hear about Dans passing.A true gentleman.A pleasure to know and work with.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.