Jean Cruickshank McMillan, age 80, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2024, after battling Parkinson's disease for 14 years. She was the beloved daughter of the late Dr. Donald and Christine McMillan. After graduating from Mt. Lebanon High School, Jean spent nearly 40 years as a compassionate and devoted nurse's aide at St. Clair Hospital, where her warmth, kindness, and tireless dedication to others left a lasting impression on patients and colleagues alike. Jean loved to travel, enjoying trips to Florida and cruising to other sunny destinations. Her sweet personality and generous and caring nature touched the lives of all who knew her. Jean is survived by her sister Ann M. Shuman (deceased husband, Joe) her brothers Dr. William (Barbara) and Richard (Elizabeth) McMillan, her seven nieces and nephews and her nine great-nieces and nephews. The memories of Jean will be forever cherished by her loving family. A private service will be held in her honor at a later date. The family suggests any memorial contributions be made to either the Mt. Lebanon Historical Society, 794 Washington Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15228 (https://lebohistory.org/donate/) or to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (https:// www.michaeljfox.org/). Arrangements by BEINHAUERS. 724 941-3211. Please view or add tributes at www.beinhauer.com. Obituary published on Legacy.com by Beinhauer Family Funeral Homes - Peters Township - McMurray on Dec. 2, 2024.
JEAN C. McMILLAN NOVEMBER 30, 2024
Dick McMillan sent the folowing note to the site ........ he was right on with his comments, she did indeed touch anyone who knew her....our warm condolensces go out to her familly and friends....may she REST IN PEACE after her struggle.
My sister and classmate, Jean C. McMillan, passed away on November 30,2024, after a 14 year battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Jean enjoyed a 40 year career at St. Clair Hospital, primarily as a nurses aide in the maternity ward. She is survived by brothers Dick and Bill, sister Ann Shuman, seven nieces and nephews, and 9 great nieces and nephews. Her sweet personality, sense of humor, and caring nature touched the lives of all who knew her.
Barbara Jordano (Ross)
I have such fond memories of Jean helping me with my new baby at St. Clair hospital when I had my daughter, Jamie, in 1969. She was wonderful teaching all the new mothers the things we needed to learn about our babies. Jean showed me how to bathe Jamie and change her and then she helped me get her ready to take her home. I will never forget how caring and sweet she was, plus knowing her from school made it that more special.
Barbara Jordano Ross
Richard C Pierce
The passing of Jean saddens me greatly. She was a joy to know. I moved away after graduation and lost touch with Jean and most of the people I knew in Mt. Lebanon. I had the good fortune to see Jean a couple of times when visiting my sister in Friendship Village the last couple of years. My condolences to Jean's family. I will remember her in my prayers.
Susan L Fleming (Morgans)
I have known Jeannie (and all the McMillans) practically since I was born. I know Jean left a big impression on all who knew her. She was fun, funny, upbeat and kind. In addition to being well-liked by her classmates, I know she was celebrated by the families who were lucky enough to have her care for their babies in the St. Clair Hospital Nursery. Jean always had a fun story to tell, never said a bad word about anyone (that I ever heard) and was so very proud of her brothers, sister and their families. Rest in peace, Jean. You were a special gift to your friends and family.