Malcolm Stacy MacMillan Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Malcolm S. “Mac” MacMillan passed from this life to the next peacefully on May 8, 2019. He was surrounded by family who loved him dearly. Mac was known for his fantastic sense of humor, affable nature and kindness. He often generously provided legal advice to people in need. Mac had a passion for history and was particularly interested in the Civil War. He was an avid reader and writer. He passed his love for learning on to his children and grandchildren and set the bar high. He loved his grandchildren dearly. Mac held a strong faith and shared his faith with his family, stating recently, “I wish everyone would know we are all children of God. We are all precious in His eyes. Every once in a while I feel like I touch infinity. With God’s help, we can all touch infinity.” It is appropriate that Mac passed on May 8, with 8 representing the symbol for infinity. Mac was born on September 24, 1935 in Utah to Stuart B. and Mary S. MacMillan. He had two brothers and one sister. The family moved to Pocatello, Idaho where he attended school through high school graduation. Mac enlisted in the U.S. Army following high school graduation and served three years, leaving service as a sergeant. He graduated from University of Utah where he met his first wife, Jeri (Crawford) Kuoppamaki. He attended San Francisco law school, while he was working at the post office and helping to raise three young sons. He served as an attorney for 46 years, including more than 35 years as a public defender for Riverside and Los Angeles counties. He taught law school in the evenings at Western State College of Law. He often provided pro bono service for people in need. Mac believed in his purpose as a public defender. He shared with family he believed God put him in that role to teach him about forgiveness. He recognized how important it was for all people to have a fair trial and protect their constitutional rights. Mac was an amazing father and he was proud of his five children. He is survived by his sons Steve MacMillan (Dana), Kevin MacMillan (Gail), Michael MacMillan (Heidi), Brian Bradfield (Wendy) and daughter, Jennifer Johnson (Bill). He is also survived by his sweetheart, Eileen MacMillan. Grandchildren are Amelia, Marisa, Olivia, Mathilda, Maverick, Linnea and Natalie MacMillan, Caitlin Berger, Mitchell Bryant, Ashley and Amanda Johnson, Hayley Correy and Brandon Bradfield. He is also survived by his brother, Stuart MacMillan (Irene) and sister, Mary Panks. He is predeceased by his brother, Joseph (Virginia)MacMillan and his parents. Interment will be at Riverside National Cemetery with a service date to be announced later.

Malcolm Stacy MacMillan

September 24, 1935 - May 8, 2019