Myrtle Geraldine Mills
September 24, 1926 ~ September 22, 2013
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Myrtle Geraldine Mehaffey Mills, 86, of Candler, died Sunday, September 22, 2013, at The Oaks of Sweeten Creek.
A native of Haywood Co., she was a daughter of the late Robert and Cynthia Smathers Mehaffey. She was also preceded in death by a son, B.C. Mills, Jr.
Mrs. Mills is survived by her husband of 71 years, Buford Clay Mills, Sr.; a daughter, Sandy Saunders and husband Reid; a son, Dennis Mills and wife Beverly; grandchildren Aprille Sales, Stephanie Underwood, Brian Mills, John Fisher, and Dennis Mills, Jr.; 7 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; and daughter-in-law, Irene Mills.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday in the Patton Ave. chapel of Groce Funeral Home, with the Rev. Jack W. Collins officiating. Interment will follow at Ridgeway Baptist Church Cemetery.
Her family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
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Sandi and Dennis and families: Prayers and thoughts for you during this difficult time. I will not be able to attend Wed. but would love to see you – and will be remembering you. I remember school days when I would get off school bus with you all and walk to your house – and Sandi always had to start peeling the potatoes – since Mrs. Mills was at work at Candler Furniture. Will always remember growing up with all of you at school and church and what hard workers your parents were. Carolyn Shope Stamey
TO ALL THE FAMILY OF MRS. MILLS: I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT MRS MILLS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
I know that you aren’t supposed to have a favorite aunt and uncle but well… Aunt Jerry and Uncle Bufford were always mine. My memories of Aunt Jerry will always be etched in my mind. The fun loving laughter, the great home cooking, the long talks as adults when we would finally get together. I can truly say she was a true Woman of God. She did for others and showed Christ’s love to everyone she met. I love her dearly and will miss her forever. Even though we did not get to be together often, she was never far from my thoughts. Now she goes to where we all want to go.. to the loving arms of her Savior. Until we meet up again Aunt Jerry… I treasure you in my heart.
Laura
Mills family, sorry to hear about Mrs. Mills. I remember the good time and her sweet smile at Ridgeway. Praying for your loss.
we are so saddened to hear that Jerry
has left us.our thoughts and prayers
are with the family.
May God Bless
Gully and CeCe
My prayers and thoughts are with you during the loss of a special lady. Mrs. Calvin Shope
I have to echo the sentiments of my sister Laura – Aunt Jerry and Uncle Buford have always been my favorite too. I’ve been overwhelmed with all the wonderful memories that keep flooding through – that will always be a part of me. So many of our family get togethers always included food and Aunt Jerry was some kind of cook! Nobody could throw together biscuits from scratch for breakfast like she could. They – never lived anywhere my entire life that wasn’t just the most awesome, special place. Time, the military and distance kept us apart but the visits were just ‘home’. I’ve loved you all for my whole life. Dennis & Sandy- please give Uncle Buford an extra big hug for me. It’s been too long! Aunt Jerry – it’s not goodbye – it’s see you later!!
Mr. Mills, Dennis & Sandi, Jim & I were so sorry to hear of Mrs. Mills’s death. I am sorry we cannot be there for the service but please remember our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Heaven is happier today. A daughter/sister/mother has arrived to be with her own mother and father, all three of her sisters, and her first born son. I’ll miss my sweet sister, but I’ll never forget her. She was and is deep in my heart. Being the last of our immediate family, I know I’ll be joining them all soon enough, and that is O.K. with me. I’ll hear the laughter and feel the love of a family too far away in miles but always close in my heart.
My best to Buford, Dennis and Sandy. I feel your hurt. Bud.
Dear Mills family: I am so sorry for your loss. Your are in my thoughts and prayers during this time and days to come. I remember Ms Mills from Ridgeway. She was such a sweet and pretty lady. May you find comfort in the days ahead. Donna
We are sorry to hear of B.C.’s wife’s passing. He served on the Corry with my Dad, Jake Henson. We will keep him and his family in our prayers. God Bless all the heroes of the USS Corry.
B.C., I am so sorry to hear about Jerry. She was just the sweetest thing and I always enjoyed being around her. I am sure there is an emptiness that just can’t be filled-I wish I had the words to make that better for you. May peace find you.
Debbie Doak, Corry kid
Dear Mills Family:
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Aunt Geri. She was
such a dear lady and such a fine christian. We know she is now enjoying her heavenly home. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family members. We wish we could have been there for her service but the distance is often a deterrant We will be thinking of you in the days to come.
Joe and Janice Liner
I’ma shipmate of B.C. on the USS CORRY.I’m so sorry to hear of her passing and my brdt wishes to her fasmily.
Dear BC, Dennis and Sandy and family,
We are sad to learn of Jerry’s passing and at the same time, we have smiles remembering the many good times we shared. Meeting you and the members of the ‘Corry family’ has been a life-changing experience. We were honored that you chose to spend the 50th anniversary of the invasion with us in Wisconsin. We sincerely appreciate all of your efforts to make us feel a part of that family.
Love to all and God’s Blessings.