Billy M. McMillen

Billy McMillen, 63, of Sullivan, Missouri left this world to spend eternity with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, February 26, 2023 at Harry Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital in Columbia, Missouri. 

Billy Monroe McMillen was born November 3, 1959 to Billy and Wilma (Nethington) McMillen in Sullivan, MO.  He grew up and attended school in Sullivan.  Billy was an athletic young man and played football while in high school.  He entered the U.S. Army right out of school and served as a Military Police officer and even played softball during his time in the service.  Billy was honorably discharged and continued his calling to protect and serve as a police officer.  His career included serving as a Police officer for the City of Bourbon, MO followed by being the Assistant Police Chief for the city of Saint Clair, MO, and finally serving as a deputy for Crawford County until his retirement.

Billy was blessed with three children in his lifetime, Katie, Billy Ray and Vance.  Billy loved hunting and fishing. He was an avid deer and turkey hunter, even designing his own turkey calls.  He also enjoyed fishing in bass tournaments.  When not in the great outdoors he loved listening to music; his favorite musicians were Elvis, George Jones, and Charlie Pride. Billy loved the Lord and loved his country, he was willing to talk with anyone about his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and his strong political views.

To carry on Billy’s legacy are two of his children: Katie Strothkamp and husband, Jimmy of Sullivan, MO, Billy Ray McMillen and wife, Erica of Bourbon, MO, their mother, Kimberly McMillen of Bourbon MO; four precious grandchildren: Payslee, Aleeah and Hunter McMillen, and Annslee Strothkamp; his special aunt Joyce Coffman of Sullivan, MO; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. 

When Billy entered into heaven he was greeted by his son, Vance Lee McMillen; his parents, Billy and Wilma McMillen; his grandmother, Frances Nethington; as well as his best friend, Tim Hannan. 

A special thank you to Christina, Billy’s VA nurse who always took time to make sure he felt well taken care of!

Cremation arrangements have taken place and no services are planned at this time. 

Friends may send their online condolences to Billy’s family at www.eatonfuneralhome.com

All arrangements are under the care and direction of the Eaton Funeral Home and Cremation Center.