George Shaw MacMillan
Born In: Alberry Plains, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Born: March 10th, 1933
Passed in: Calgary, Canada
Passed on: October 9th, 2009
March 10, 1933 - October 9, 2009
It is with a heavy heart that we announce that George Shaw MacMillan of Calgary, left us on Friday, October 9, 2009, at the age of 76 years.
Life began for George in Alberry Plains, P.E.I., March 10, 1933. He graduated from McGill University and worked for Standard Oil/Chevron Canada Resources for 25 years before consulting on several oil and gas related projects.
George was a best friend to many, and will be deeply missed by his many faithful friends and loving family. All who knew him will miss his great sense of humour, generous spirit and his appreciation for life, which often included lunch with his friends. George was truly appreciative and thankful for his many friendships right to the end.
Thank you for continuing your friendships through an uncomfortable time. This has not gone unnoticed.
George we miss you already and "you take care". Love Always.
George is survived by the love of his life of over 52 years, Fran (nee Wilson); his loving daughter, Tracey of Calgary; his loving son, Shaw (Jane) of Ladner, B.C.; his three granddaughters, Emma, Katie and Halle; his sisters, Edna (John) Gosbee of Calgary, Marina (Barry) Westhaver of Victoria, B.C., and Florine (Barry) Sigsworth of Alberry Plains, P.E.I.; brother, John (Eleanor) of Stratford, P.E.I.; as well as nieces and nephews from coast to coast.
George was predeceased by his parents, Jessie and Shaw MacMillan; his siblings, Frances, Jean and Fred; brothers-in-law, Derald MacKenzie and Norman Wilson; and father and mother-in-law, Walter and Jane Wilson.
Funeral services were held at McInnis & Holloway's Crowfoot Chapel (82 Crowfoot Circle N.W., Calgary, Alberta, Telephone: 1-800-61-1599), on Wednesday, October 14, 2009, at 2 p.m. You may forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com.
If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the Parkinson's Society of Southern Alberta, #102, 5636 Burbank Crescent S.E., Calgary, AB, T2H 1Z6, Telephone: (403) 243-9901, www.parkinsons-society.org or to the charity of your choice.
George and his family would like to thank Sam and all the incredibly supportive and caring staff at Bow View Manor who tirelessly cared for George and provided support for his family.
A graveside service will take place at Cherry Valley Cemetery, P.E.I.
You may wish to email your family and friends to let them know that the above obituary may be viewed online at: www.mcinnisandholloway.com




