Joshua Samuel James McMillan
With heavy hearts, we share the news of the passing of Joshua Samuel James McMillan. On February 1st, 2024, the news of his departure left an indescribable void in all of our hearts.
Born on July 30th, 1986, in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Joshua spent his life traversing between Edmonton, Alberta, and Ontario, bridging connections with both sides of his family.
Joshua will always be remembered as a father, residing in the spiritual realm for his cherished and beautiful daughters, Taniisha Tammy Lynn Waboose-McMillan (Renee) and Austyn Cheryl Dawn McMillan-Parlee (Brandy).
He is the firstborn and best friend to Lee-Ann Dawn Hayward, never leaving each other's side. Joshua is also an older brother to Alex Junior Hayward and Cheyenne Theressa Marie Hayward and was always there for his younger siblings. He will also be missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and extended family all over Canada.
Predeceased by his beloved father, Shaun Daniel O'Neill, Grandma Arlie Theresa McMillan, and Papa James McMillan, who all loved Joshua beyond measure. We know that Joshua is at peace with them now.
Joshua was a brilliant man, which came to him naturally. He found joy in expressing himself through drawing and writing poems. A resilient fighter, Joshua had a strong body and mind, dedicated to being a loyal safeguard and protector to those closest to him.
He will live on each day through his two girls, Taniisha and Austyn. Joshua’s girls and mother, Lee-Ann, will miss him the most.
Cremation has taken place, and Joshua will be laid to rest in the loving arms of his grandma Arlie at Garden River First Nation Anglican Cemetery, Ontario
RIP Josh. We will miss you dearly. Our condolences to Leeann and all the family and also hugs to our granddaughter Taniisha. We will all meet again one day but for now Baamaapii our Friend(Son in law)
Josh u will be missed my friend we were family as we were growing up same with ur family and mine so many good memories when we were little
sad day😢
my condolences to his mom Leeann and his family
Renee and his daughters
Rest easy my friend ❤️
Joshua what a pleasure it was being your cousin. I remember all the fun times we had when you were little. From birthday parties to hanging out at Grandma Arlies. Please know that you were loved by so many in our family. Creator called you home sooner than we thought. Go Rest High on that mountain and watch out for all of us down here.
🦅🏵️❤️💛🤍🖤🌻
Probably chillin with grandma & grandpa Jim ‘ sending some love to ya’
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~j
Peace 🕊️
I will miss my bestfriend (son) now what will I do on my own with out you Josh I no you will be with me in memories and in my heart.i will sadly go on knowing you will shine down on me when I’m feeling blue with out you.i feel you already beside me and I no you are with me and always will be.you were always my side kick and I will carry on through your beautiful girls.That you cherish so much. No mom will look out for them as much as I can. I will miss you to the moon and back ..I’m glad your with your dad gramma and papa auntie Ducky uncle Kevin and many many more.
With much love your mother and best friend.i can’t express my love and how much you will be missed my me… thanks for being there for me through think and thin. I will watch for your present as I no you will come visit me in ways I’ll only no…
Until we mean again in the spirit world …love you my bestfriend sidekick son xoxozo
I will never forget you Josh or your family. My condolences to Tanisha and Austyn and shy and Aj. My heart breaks for you all. Leeanne I wish I could give you a huge hug right now and feel as if we were never apart. You will always feel like family to me. You and Josh have a really special place in my heart no matter how far apart or the darkest place our lives take us to, you will always have mad love from me. I love you and I’m sorry. I wish I knew how to find you or contact you. P.s my number is still the same. If you ever want to call me I would love to see you. If I don’t pick up leave a msg I will come find you.
L.o.l lots of love !
Jess