Mrs. Gertrude G. Mills

*A FUNERAL SERVICE IN LOVING MEMORY FOR MRS. GERTRUDE G. MILLS WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, 2025 AT THE GALILEE BAPITST CHURCH. *PLEASE SEE VISITATION & SERVICE TIMES LISTED BELOW. NOTE: MASKS AND HAND SANITIZER CAN BE PROVIDED BY REQUEST. ________________________________________ ATTENTION TO THOSE WHO WOULD LIKE TO VIEW SERVICES ONLINE YOU HAVE (4) OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM: 1. Go to Galilee Baptist Church's website at: gbckazoo.org -Or 2. Go to YouTube and type in The Galilee Baptist Church Lives Stream -Or 3. Go to Facebook, if you have a Facebook account. after logging in, type in Galilee Baptist Church -Or- 4. Use the GBC App, Instagram or Twitter _________________________________________ ***NOTE: The DVD Memorial Tribute will be available soon _________________________________________ THE OBITUARY Gertrude Gold Mills was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, on August 1st, 1941, and passed away peacefully at home on August 4th, 2025. She was 84 years old. She was a proud graduate of Old Central High School, Class of 1959. After graduating, she dedicated 35 years to the Upjohn Company, retiring from Pharmacia Upjohn in 1999. Gertrude was a woman full of energy, joy, and love. She enjoyed bowling, softball, roller skating, and cooking. She was a devoted member of Galilee Baptist Church, where she sang in the choir, and was also a proud member of the Red Hatters. Known for her beautiful smile and generous spirit, she welcomed everyone with open arms and made them feel like family. Gertrude met Robert Mills Sr. and they united in marriage. To this union they had eight children: Robert Lee Mills Jr. (Carolyn); William Mills (Tonya); Monica Mills, Maurice Mills (who preceded her in death), Victoria Jones (Lamond); Terence Mills, Cheryl Mills (Desiree Phillips), and Jason Mills. She also leaves behind her special granddaughter and caregiver, Kamesha Brown (Bari Jr.), along with her family who lovingly welcomed Gertrude into their home and cared for her until her passing. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter Reese and Helen Johnson; her ex-husband, Robert Mills Sr.; her son, Maurice Mills; and her siblings Walter Reese Jr., Wendell Johnson, Gwendolyn Johnson, Ola Rae Perkins, and Jimmy Charles. Along with her eight children, she is also survived by 22 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren, 34 great-great-grandchildren, her special cousin Cynthia Smith, and her dear brother Jimmy Jackson. Gertrude leaves behind a beautiful legacy and will be truly missed and never forgotten for all the things she taught her family.

Mrs. Gertrude G. Mills

August 1, 1941 - August 4, 2025