Vivian Ruth McMillan, 92, of Orange, Texas, passed away on February 2, 2026, in Orange.
Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, February 6, 2026, at First Baptist Church in Orange. Officiating will be Brother John Bickham. Burial will follow at Orange Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Orange.
Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., Friday, February 6, 2026, at First Baptist Church in Orange.
Born in Russellville, Kentucky, on June 1, 1933, she was the daughter of Curtis Ray Henderson and Erma Virginia McMillin Henderson. Vivian lived a remarkable life filled with love, dedication, and a deep commitment to her family and community. She was a cherished member of First Baptist Church in Orange for over 70 years, where she actively participated in her Sunday School class, affectionately known as "The Joy Department." Vivian devoted her professional life to serving others as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), working alongside respected physicians Dr. Williams and Dr. Rutledge. Her compassion and tireless work made a profound impact on the lives of many. In her personal life, Vivian had a passion for gardening, finding joy in nurturing plants and watching hummingbirds visit her blooms. She took great pleasure in traveling. She loved cooking, especially hosting memorable Christmas Eve gatherings for her family. Her love for family was paramount, and she delighted in spending time with her relatives, creating lasting memories that will be treasured. Vivian's friendships were equally important to her; she appreciated visiting her longtime friends and maintaining those precious bonds throughout her life. The family expresses their heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated staff of SETX Hospice and Dr. Marty Rutledge for their compassionate care during Vivian’s final days. As we remember Vivian, we celebrate a life rich in kindness, service, and devotion to family and friends. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
She is preceded in death by her father, Curtis Ray Henderson; her mother, Erma Virginia McMillin Henderson; her loving husband of 62 years, A.R. “Dick” McMillan; her brother, Elvis “Sonny” Henderson; her sister, Erma Jean Carnahan; and her other siblings, Herbert Henderson, Robert Henderson, and Linda Wilkinson.
She is survived by her children, Christy Rutledge and husband, Marty of Orange, Richard McMillan and wife, Roxie of Conroe, Janet McMillan of Tomball, Ronny McMillan and wife, Debbie of Orange, Phyllis Casey and husband, Don (deceased) of Orange, and Dana Strokos of Beaumont; her 15 grandchildren; her 30 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; her sisters, Maxine Moore, Betty Lummus, Brenda Perry, and Pat Woodson; and numerous other nieces, nephews, family members and friends.
Serving as pallbearers will be Erick Allen, Nathan Allen, Gregory Rutledge, Bradley Rutledge, Adam Conrad, and Shon Casey. Honorary pallbearer is Ryan McMillan.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to SETX Hospice at www.setxhospice.org, or First Baptist Church TNT Fund at 7637 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Orange, Texas, 77632.