McMillin

Laverne E. “Vern” McMillin Jr., 72, of Slippery Rock, passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, after a brief illness.

He was born on July 2, 1952, to the late Laverne McMillin Sr. and Margaret (Carson) McMillin.

Vern joined the Army at a young age to serve our country and served more than 26 years. He was a Huey helicopter crew chief for the Army National Guard. He later worked at the Butler VA for over 30 years and enjoyed his job in transportation. Vern was a member of American Legion Post 778. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, camping and hunting. Vern was known for loving all dogs and rescuing dogs in need of homes. Above all, Vern loved spending time with his family and grandkids.

Vern is survived by his wife, Denise (Chatham) McMillin, whom he married on Aug. 5, 2002; two daughters, Nicole (David) Villella and Colby McMillin; two stepdaughters, Jennifer (David) Miller and Renee (Chad) Neigh; three grandchildren, Derek Villella, Ava Villella and Brice Villella; four stepgrandchildren, Dominic Rock, Kynlee Neigh, Reid Miller and Brooks Miller; his beloved dog, Max; and two siblings, Larry McMillin and Susan (Tim) Johnston.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Patricia Brandt; and one brother, Richard McMillin.

MCMILLIN — A visitation for Laverne E. “Vern” McMillin Jr., who died Tuesday, July 9, 2024, will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday at THOMPSON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 124 E. North St., Butler.

A military service will immediately follow at 1 p.m. Sunday.

A private burial will be held at Greenlawn Burial Estates & Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a veterans organization or a charity of the donor’s choice.

All who knew Vern are encouraged to share memories and upload photos to his unique remembrance page at www.thompson-miller.com.

Please sign the guest book at www.butlereagle.com.