This site is dedicated to the memory of Michelle Jacquelline McMillan.
Michelle McMillan was born at Stratton Hospital in Bude, Cornwall on July 28, 1991, to parents Andy and Sue Smith.
From an early age it was clear to see Michelle had a very strong will; she decided before the age of two that she would not wear dresses. Her Mum would dress her in a pretty dress in the morning, and within minutes she would be in the wardrobe and changing into t-shirt and jeans. It wasn't until aged 16 she decided she would wear a dress occasionally!
This continued throughout her life; she had true grit and determination in battling diabetes, epilepsy, hypothyroid, coeliac and a broken femur; Michelle was racing around the hospital on crutches just hours after her operation.
Even in her love life she knew exactly what she wanted! She met her husband, Ben, at age 11. They soon became close and dated until they left for University in 2009. However, Michelle had made up her mind that she was going to be with Ben, and they were married on 12 July 2014.
Michelle would not let anything phase her. With a determined personality she graduated from Nottingham University and went on to complete a Masters in Social Work, despite sufferring more frequently from epileptic fits, so that she could do what she loved doing; caring for others.
Her caring nature meant she always had time for others and combined with her strong moral compass meant she always knew the right things to say.
Michelle passed away on the morning of Saturday 16 January 2016 after suffering an epileptic fit. We have no real explanation for her passing, and this is something we want to work towards changing. We think Michelle may have been a victim of SUDEP - Sudden Unexpected Death In Epilepsy. Very little is known about SUDEP and we believe, in Michelle's name, this is something we can help change. All donations on this site in memory of Michelle will go to SUDEP Action, and the family will be undertaking work to improve knowledge of the risks associated with SUDEP.
Michelle was laid to rest Wednesday 10th February 2016 in Littlehampton, following a memorial service in the church she was married in just 18 months before in Worthing.
Michelle was laid to rest Wednesday 10th February 2016 in Littlehampton, following a memorial service in the church she was married in just 18 months before in Worthing.
Michelle was such a treasured Wife, Daughter and Sister. She is loved deeply and will be missed every day.
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7 years ago
Julia Stroud
In loving memory of Michelle
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7 years ago
Susan Smith
Thinking of you darling Michelle and missing you everyday. Thank you for being the most wonderful daughter in the world. God Bless you and keep you in His loving arms till we meet again in heaven. Always, your loving and devoted Mum and Dad xxxxxx
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Darling Michelle, I love you so very much and miss you more than words can say. You are always in my thoughts and heart
Thank you for being the most wonderful daughter in all the world to me. immense love for you overflows from my broken heart for you, my precious one. Always your loving Mum xxxx
Suesmith05
5th June 2016
Still thinking of you, Michelle. A lot of us who were together in 6th form seem to be much closer since you've been gone and I think as a result of it. A reminder to hold on tightly to our friends, as much as possible. Still can't get my head around the fact you are gone so soon. Sending love to you, wherever you are, and to your family.
Steff
3rd June 2016
Thinking of u on this day. Love always xxxx
Julie
28th May 2016