A.S. Face 0382: William “Bill” McMillan

This is my late husband William McMillan. He was diagnosed in 2005 after many years of going to different doctors. It was quite a shock to say the least. He went on disability in 2007. Sadly, I lost him on November 6, 2008 at the young age of 55 due to his kidneys and liver shutting down. He went in the hospital on a Tuesday for what we thought was a urinary tract infection and he was gone by Thursday. It was very shocking to lose him so fast. I still miss him very much. We would have been married 32 years in December of 2008.

What helps me go on is that he is not in the pain he was in anymore. I have one son who is married with 3 children. The grandchildren bring me such joy.

Sheryl McMillan – NJ – Widowed November 6, 2008

New Jersey United States of America

6 Responses to “A.S. Face 0382: William “Bill” McMillan”

Thanks Sheryl for bringing us Bill. You were lucky to have shared such a love. I think that love will live forever in your granchildren. The best tribute to the deceased, is to make the world a little better place for the living. You’ve done that today. I wonder if the Liver and Kidney were AS related?

Derek said this on April 28, 2012 at 11:05 pm | Reply
Thank you Sheryl for sharing Bill’s story. I’m so sorry for your loss. ❤
((hugs))

Marti said this on April 28, 2012 at 11:20 pm | Reply
I really miss my uncle Billy.Dave

Dave McMillan said this on April 29, 2012 at 2:51 pm | Reply
As his older brother,I sometimes have survivors guilt,but as his loving wife points out he is out of pain. I know I will see him again but he will have the loving arms of his creator around him.

collin mc millan sr. said this on April 29, 2012 at 4:51 pm | Reply
I am sorry for your loss. You are so right, the pain he was feeling is gone now. Sending healing and loving thoughts.

Jacquie said this on April 30, 2012 at 2:55 pm | Reply
Dear Sheryl,
Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. Thank you for allowing Bill to be among us. It means the world to me.
Sincerely Cookie

Cookie Has A.S. said this on May 1, 2012 at 4:41 pm | Reply

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