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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Larry Mills, 80 years old, born on February 23, 1941, and passed away on March 25, 2021. We will remember him forever.
April 12, 2021
April 12, 2021
I grew up living just three houses down from the Mills family. Marge and my mom became friends when Tina and I we babies so we have been lifelong best friends. I spent A LOT of time at their house and Larry and Marge were like second parents to me. I will treasure those memories forever. I was only able to visit them once since they moved to FL but they welcomed my family and I into their home like they always had. Larry grilled burgers and we reminisced about old times and they told my children about all the shenanigans Tina and I got into as kids. We had a great visit. Marge, Scott, Tina, Tim and all of your families I love you guys and I am so sorry for your loss. RIP Larry til we meet again. Thank you for being like a second dad to me! ❤️ Kim Willis OConnor
April 12, 2021
April 12, 2021
Larry Richard Mills, 80, of Ocala, Florida, passed away peacefully March 25, 2021. Born in Detroit, Michigan February 23, 1941.

   Beloved husband of Margaret Helena (Devitt) Mills. Larry and Margaret were married September 17, 1960 in Warren, Michigan. Celebrating 60 years together.
  
Larry was a Navy Veteran aboard the U.S.S. Newman K. Perry. While serving in the Navy he was aboard one of the recovery ships for the 1st manned space flight. The Mercury Redstone Project (MR-3) recovering Alan Shepard Jr. Also serving during the cuban missle crisis. He drove semi-trucks for many years retiring from Teamsters Local 142 in 2002. Governor of the East Pointe Moose Lodge #222. Lifetime member of the VFW.

   Survived by son Scott Richard Mills, daughter Tina Rae Mills and son Timothy Thomas Mills and wife Tina Marie (Cholewa). Grandfather of Tara Ashley Mills, Sarah Elizabeth Mills, Angela Lee Mills and Annah Nicole Mills. Great-grandfather of Armani Marie Butler. Brother of James Newton Mills and wife Carol (Bryson). Predeceased by parents Richard Albert Mills and Arzell Elizabeth (Shuart) Mills, in-laws Cecil Thomas Devitt and Leona Henrietta (Kretschmer) Devitt and brother-in-law Damon Riley Devitt.

   Burial will be in Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, Michigan. Future date to be determined.

  He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. Forever in our hearts. Love forever

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April 12, 2021
April 12, 2021
I grew up living just three houses down from the Mills family. Marge and my mom became friends when Tina and I we babies so we have been lifelong best friends. I spent A LOT of time at their house and Larry and Marge were like second parents to me. I will treasure those memories forever. I was only able to visit them once since they moved to FL but they welcomed my family and I into their home like they always had. Larry grilled burgers and we reminisced about old times and they told my children about all the shenanigans Tina and I got into as kids. We had a great visit. Marge, Scott, Tina, Tim and all of your families I love you guys and I am so sorry for your loss. RIP Larry til we meet again. Thank you for being like a second dad to me! ❤️ Kim Willis OConnor
April 12, 2021
April 12, 2021
Larry Richard Mills, 80, of Ocala, Florida, passed away peacefully March 25, 2021. Born in Detroit, Michigan February 23, 1941.

   Beloved husband of Margaret Helena (Devitt) Mills. Larry and Margaret were married September 17, 1960 in Warren, Michigan. Celebrating 60 years together.
  
Larry was a Navy Veteran aboard the U.S.S. Newman K. Perry. While serving in the Navy he was aboard one of the recovery ships for the 1st manned space flight. The Mercury Redstone Project (MR-3) recovering Alan Shepard Jr. Also serving during the cuban missle crisis. He drove semi-trucks for many years retiring from Teamsters Local 142 in 2002. Governor of the East Pointe Moose Lodge #222. Lifetime member of the VFW.

   Survived by son Scott Richard Mills, daughter Tina Rae Mills and son Timothy Thomas Mills and wife Tina Marie (Cholewa). Grandfather of Tara Ashley Mills, Sarah Elizabeth Mills, Angela Lee Mills and Annah Nicole Mills. Great-grandfather of Armani Marie Butler. Brother of James Newton Mills and wife Carol (Bryson). Predeceased by parents Richard Albert Mills and Arzell Elizabeth (Shuart) Mills, in-laws Cecil Thomas Devitt and Leona Henrietta (Kretschmer) Devitt and brother-in-law Damon Riley Devitt.

   Burial will be in Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, Michigan. Future date to be determined.

  He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. Forever in our hearts. Love forever
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