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Ronald Mills Obituary

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RONALD LEE MILLS
March 21,1955 March 19, 2019
Ronald Lee Mills went home to be with Lord on March 19, 2019, two days before his 64th birthday. He fought a good fight with his longtime failing health. The fight was too tough, and his body surrendered. Ron was born March 21,1955, to the union of William S. Mills Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Washington Mills in
High Point, North Carolina.
He attended First Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church in High Point, under the leadership of D.D. Mason. Ron played in his high school band, and was a drum major. He also played the trombone, and traveled to different cities, he also perform in parades. He graduated in 1973 from T. Wingate Andrews High School in High Point. The same year he joined the U.S. Marine Corp, and served for 4 years. He then joined the U.S. Army and served for another 4 years. Ron ended his Army service at Fort Carson, Colorado in 1987. Colorado became his home after his Army service, due to falling in love with the mountains, and the spectacular sites that Colorado offered. Ron worked for Apple, and Intel for many years. After Intel he relocated to another state, and he obtained two Associate Degrees. He then found employment working for a private contracting company, T&H Services. He worked there many years with true dedication, up until 3 weeks prior to death.
Ron was a dedicated hardworking man. His mantra was " I have to get it done". He was a man of courage, strength and integrity. And he was a true faithful friend. Ron loved bowling and traveling. The highlight of his summer was to attend the Winter Park Jazz Festival in Winter Park, Colorado. He did not miss a year of attendance since 2003. Ron also had a passion for gardening. He loved going to the garden centers in stores, and picking out just the annual flowers to plant alongside his perennials. He would sit on the front porch and wait for compliments from the neighbors as the passed by.
Ron is preceded in death by his mother; his paternal grandparents, Charlie and Gracie Mills; his maternal grandparents, Rev. Edward and Lydia Washington. Ron leaves to cherish his precious memories, his loving wife, Gwendolyn Mills; his father, William S. Mills Sr.; his special aunt, Necy Ann Mills; his brother William S. (Carol) Mills Jr.; his step daughter, Jacquelyn (Alberto) Estrada; a step granddaughter, Salina Estrada; a niece, Erica Mills; his nephew, Endris Mills; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A viewing will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2019, from 4-7 pm at Angelus Chapel, located at 1104 S. Circle Drive, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80910. Another visitation will be held on March 30, 2019, from 12-1 pm followed by the Funeral Service at 1 pm at First Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church,
located at 883 Leonard Avenue, High Point, North Carolina, 27260. Memories and condolences may be shared by visiting www.angelusfuneraldirectors.com.

Published by The Gazette on Mar. 22, 2019.
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For the Family of Mr. Mills,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on behalf of my family to yours,
Always remember that he was a fighter and that at the end of the day he is promised a life in a peaceful new world 2Peter 3:16. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sorrowfully,
Your friend
SG

April 2, 2019

Mr. Ron Mills was a hard working and very nice man, I enjoyed working with him and talking with him. He will be miss but never forgotten. Sorry for your loss and praying for his family.

Troy Strader

Troy Strader

March 25, 2019

Brother Mills was such a kind soul with a beautiful smile. May God grant the family peace and comfort during this time.

Maggie Clausell

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March 23, 2019

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