Claude Swanson “Mac” McMillan
February 9, 1939 - September 9, 2026
Claude Swanson “Mac” McMillan, age 87, of Newark, DE, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
Born in Landenberg, PA, on February 9, 1939, he was a son of the late Wiley and Lydia (Kennedy) McMillan. Mac proudly served in the United States Army. He dedicated over 30 years as a technician at Ascom until his retirement. Mac had a strong work ethic and was a great provider for his family.
Mac could often be found tending to his flower and vegetable gardens. He enjoyed woodworking in his spare time.
In addition to his parents, Mac was preceded in death by his siblings, Blanche Rector, James McMillan, Jean Roberts, Ralph McMillan, Mary Keith, and Lorraine Fraim. He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Wanza E. (Eller) McMillan; children, Alan McMillan (Kelli) and Karen Hall (Greg); grandchildren, Rianna (Dale), Charlene (Jacob), Melissa (Brandon), Paul, and Karri; and great-grandchildren, Andromeda, Evangeline, Lucas, Cheyenne, Arcadia, and Eli.
A gathering for family and friends, will be held on Saturday, October 3rd, 2026, at 1 pm at Landenberg Barn at Nonantum Farms, 47 Good Hope, Landenberg, PA. 19350.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mac’s memory to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Linda Johnson
You will be missed Mac. You were the nicest man I knew. You helped me so much when my husband passed away. You and Wanza were the best neighbors and friends anyone could ever have. RIP my friend. ❤️
Steve Downs
Sad news to see that one of my best friends has passed. Mac and I worked together at Autotote in Newark for six years back in the 1970’s. We travelled together all over country to job sites and trade shows. He was my best man at my wedding. I regret that we fell out of touch after I moved to NC after that.
Even to this day I often think of funny Mac phrases and jumbled names he would come up with. Funny guy.
My condolences to Wanza and the family. He was one of a kind.