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Paula McMillan Obituary
Paula Calhoun McMillan November 19, 1950- May 14, 2024
KINGSPORT - Paula Calhoun McMillan, 73, went home to be with the Lord on May 14, 2024, while surrounded by loved ones. She will be remembered as a woman small in stature but big in personality. She enjoyed home improvement projects, interior design and collecting jewelry.
Paula is survived by her friend and former spouse Dennis McMillan of Kingsport and their son Brian McMillan (Heather) of Cape Girardeau, Mo., grandson Ethan McMillan of Cape Girardeau, brother Larry Calhoun (Debbie) of Kingsport, sister in law Carolyn Newman (Chuck) of Orlando, Fla., nephews Justin Calhoun (Erin) of Gray, and Chad Newman (Dzi) of Orlando, and nieces Heather Calhoun (Chris Lineback) of Oak Ridge, and Cheryl Bairley (Tom) of Gainesville, Fla., as well as numerous great nieces and nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents Ray and Dora Calhoun of Kingsport.
The family offers special thanks to Paula's lifelong friend, Becky Laws, whose love for her and dedication to her care was unsurpassed.
A memorial service will be held at 6pm on Friday, May 17, at Pactolus United Methodist Church, 170 Pactolus Road, in Kingsport. A reception with food and fellowship will follow.
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Adeola Ayo
May 17, 2024
Dear Brian and Heather, and family,
Paula truly embodied what it means to have a wonderful neighbour. She was large-hearted, generous, and always showed us kindness. She had a large impact on our family. She bought us the first Christmas tree we have ever had, and what a joy it brought to our children. She had a great sense of humor, and she had lots of stories to share. We will always cherish the warm memories we shared together during the short period we knew her. We are deeply saddened by her passing, but we believe she is in a better place where there is no more pain or sorrow.
Please accept our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Deji, Deola, Seyi & Seun
sheldon resnick
May 16, 2024
So sorry for your loss. My sincerest condolences.
Pete Garza
May 16, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss.
May she rest in peace .
arlene payne
May 15, 2024
Dear Dennis, Brian, Larry and Debbie and all the Calhoun family,
I went to Lynn View with your beloved Paula. I always remember her as Larry's little sister who had the most radiant smile. I can't imagine how much you will miss her. Sending my heartfelt sympathy. IN CHRISTION LOVE,
Arlene Payne--Class of 1966
Venessa
May 14, 2024
I loved her sharing her hilarious stories and staying up half the night singing her "naughty" songs.
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