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Andrea Mills-McCullum Obituary

Andrea S. "Sug" Mills-McCullum age 43, formerly of Erie, was called home suddenly on Wednesday November 10, 2010 in West Palm Beach, Fla. She was born on, May 29, 1967 in Erie, Pa. and resided in San Angelo, Texas. The daughter of Richard Lawson (Danta Dean) and Gloria Mills, Andrea was a graduate of St. Benedicts Academy and received an Associate Degree at the North Dallas Art Fashion Institute. She was employed for 20 years at Verizon LiveSource and worked as an operations manager in San Angelo, Texas. Andrea was the president of WAVE and received the Black Achievers Award. Andrea had a number of hobbies that allowed her to live her life to the fullest. She was a traveler, avid reader, bowler, enjoyed shopping, loved bingo and games of chance. Andrea had a passion for fashion and coordinating weddings, special events and took pride in every detail. She recently married Lum "Tony" McCullum of Erie and had the wedding of her dreams in Freeport, Bahamas. Andrea devoted her time and poured out her love to others in need. She was an active member of the Big Sister program and she directed the youth advocate program for teenagers. Living out her faith in God, she united herself with St. Paul's Baptist Church, San Angelo, Texas., Dr Fredd Adams Pastor. Preceded in death by maternal and paternal grandparents, Jesse B.and Gladys D. Mills, John Curlette and Vianna Stewart. In addition to her parents and husband she leaves behind three stepchildren; Megan, Arrielle, and Gianna, a special cousin "like a sister" Dionna "Dee Dee" Durr and her God Sister in Texas, Alexis Ortegon along with many uncles, aunts, cousins and a circle of loving friends. Friends may call at Burton Funeral Home and Crematory Inc., 602 West Tenth Street Erie, PA 16502 on Sunday, from 2:00 till 4:00 and 7:00 till 9:00 p.m. and are invited to services on Monday at 11:00 a.m. at the House of Prayer, 155 East 21st Street Erie, PA with Pastor Michael Coles officiating. Eulogy will be delivered by Reverend Darrold A. Hobson. Burial in Erie, Cemetery. Memorials may be made to: Big Brothers, Big Sisters; 230 North 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19107. Send condolences at www.Burtonfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Commercial Appeal from Nov. 20 to Nov. 21, 2010.

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Tyrone Hayes

March 23, 2011

"To Gloria Mills and family you have my sincerest condolence with the loss of one of the most incredible woman I've ever encountered. She was a breath of fresh air in a polluted world. I will never have the words to express the loss we will have now that she's with our God. Andrea touched so many lives and now her legacy lives on is us. I plan on living up to that legacy of love, compassion, hope and joy. To our great God, who she is with, be all the glory.

Cassandra Lockett

December 19, 2010

To Gloria and Family I was so fortunate to have had a friend like Andrea. I miss her so much. I have traveled and laughed and when my world was upside down I had a friend someone to say it will be all right. She is so missed. May you find peace in God's love. Sandy

Monical Smith

December 7, 2010

To a wonderful woman, she had a great spirit and a passion for life. I remember the wonderful cruise we expierenced last year. I gained a friend, I am so fortunate to have known you!!! I am so overjoyed by having a chance to celebrate the BEST day of your life, your wedding day. Thank you so much for letting me apart of your SPECIAL day. You were a God sent and you will be forever missed!!! I LOVE u gurl!!!

Lisa Moulder

November 28, 2010

I still cannot believe she is gone. I am so sad! I had the privilege of working with Andrea at Verizon and I was fortunate to call her a friend. She was a very thoughtful and loving friend.

May you find peace and love in the memories you cherish.

Mattie Jordan-Elder

November 27, 2010

To Gloria and the rest of the Mills & McCullum Family I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Sug, I have known her since she was a little girl and I was very pleased to see what a beautiful young lady she turned out too be. Your family will be in my prayers.

Rosalind Bush-Byes

November 25, 2010

To my cousin a kind, sweet, and very intelligent person. I will never forget all the help you gave me throughout my years in highschool and college with my favorite subject "Math! I will always remember all you have done for me. You will always be loved and greatly missed by me.

Regina Burgos

November 24, 2010

I had the opportunity of working with Andrea at Verizon. She was a kind, sweet person. Andreas family is in my heart and prayers during this time. So sorry for your loss.

Lois Shafer

November 23, 2010

Andrea knew that Life gives us but only the moment of now and that nothing is promised us…she lived every moment…making whatever past her way, always better than she had found it, God needed her now, for what we do not know... it is her time to meet the Lord that she so loved…I will miss my dear friend...until we meet again.

November 23, 2010

I am so sorry for you loss and I will truly miss her!

Shawntrell Williams

November 23, 2010

Mills Family,
I am truly sorry for the passing of Sug. I really got to know her last year at Rocka’s wedding and she was truly a delight to be with. Rest assured she’s in a better place smiling upon all of you. I will continue to keep you uplifted in prayer. May God continue to bless you all.

Bridget Grygier-Preedit

November 23, 2010

Not only did I have the pleasure of attending 4 years of high school with Sug but I was able to work with her later at Verizon. She was always a take charge kind of person, involved in many activities at school and work. She was always cheerful and a pleasure to be around. She truly cared about others. I'm very sorry for your loss. We were all lucky and blessed to be touched with her presence while we had her. SBA class of 85

Patricia Terry

November 22, 2010

To The Mills and McCullum family,
My sympathies are with each of you. Although you have lost her here in the present form, she is now with Jesus. May her spirit and light ever shine down upon you. She will always walk with. Most of all, remember you will see her again.
God Bless you
Patricia Terry & Family

DeeDee-Monica Guliford-Turk

November 22, 2010

Dear Tony, I can only imagine what you are going through at a time like this, but just remember God makes NO mistakes and He has life and death in His hands. He said that He would never leave us nor forsake us. He is with you and so are my prayers. God Bless!!!

Elder Sharon Newell

November 22, 2010

Sug you look so happy in your wedding pictures. I looked at our St. Benedict school graduation pictures in my parents backyard. I will treasure our high school memories of talking about tony being your first love. Your time is finish hear with us and you have gone where we are trying to get. Tony this is only temporary. Know that God is with you and Sug is in good hands. I realize that time waits on no one and it is precious. God Bless the Mills and McCullum family.

Charles Pearson

November 22, 2010

In loving memory of a dynamic person. Anyone who has ever encountered your presence knew instantly that God loved you as one of his most precious creations. I am confident that you will have a joyous home coming as the Lord wraps you in his arms.

Gwen Cooley

November 22, 2010

Tony my prayers goes out to you and SUG's family. God allowed you to taste a little bit of heaven with SUG, remember the times shared for they will help with the healing.
"Weeping may endure for a night but joy will come in the morning."

November 22, 2010

Sug was a great friend and a great person when I knew her at SBA. I will never forget her and i will cherish all our memories in high school. Her family is in my prayers.

Dawn Tomczak-Murawski

Sonja Jackson-Defro

November 22, 2010

Ms Gloria may GOD bless you at this time.
Only GOD knew, It Broke my heart to hear that my friend Sug had passed. Know you and your family are in our prayers.

Esther Ingle

November 22, 2010

sending prayers to Andreas family and husband, may God give you strength and comfort. Psalms 23

SHARON HENDERSON

November 21, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Maria Wawryzniak

November 21, 2010

To the family of Sug, I had the pleasure of being a "locker" mate for 4 years with Sug at SBA since my name came right before hers. I have many good memories of chatting with her on a daily basis. I wish I could help you heal, but I know there is only one person that can do that, and Sug is with Him smiling down on you. She looked so beautiful and happy from her wedding so don't ever forget that smile! God bless you all! Maria Mikolajczyk Wawrzyniak SBA '85

Ray Sledge

November 21, 2010

"The Good Lord is always strengthening His Army, and He felt it was time for Andrea to answer his call. May she keep watch over us now and keep us safe. And now the sun will shine more bright!"

Ray Sledge

November 21, 2010

"Condolences to everyone whose lives were touched by Andrea. She was one of the most well liked people while I worked at verizon. She was proof that if you worked hard, you could fulfill your dreams."

Sonji Williams

November 21, 2010

I had the pleasure of working with and getting to know Andrea at Verizon. Andrea was always a joy to work with and always had a smile on her face, she will be missed. May God bless her family in this time of sorrow.

Jackie Kiddo

November 21, 2010

So very sorry for your loss. May your memories of Andrea bring you comfort and peace.

Errin Barrett

November 21, 2010

Thoughts and prayers go out to Andreas entire family. I had the pleasure of working with her when she was with Verizon in Erie. She was a wonderful person and a good friend. My God bless each and everyone of you.

Karen Lewis

November 21, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to andrea's husband and family at this time of sorrow. May she rest in peace.

Karen Ames Lewis (vz coworker)

Judy Kacprowicz-Sitek

November 21, 2010

SUG...stands for "Simply Unbelievably Gracious"...and that she was....what a good friend that I met at St. Benedict Academy...my prayers are with your family at this difficult time and we will miss you...God Bless You SUG.....

November 21, 2010

Mills and McCullum Families
May the Lord guide you through your sorrow.
And may your faith in Him give you strength for the days ahead.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Your loved one will forever live in your heart.
Remember the memories.



Eddie & Patsy Bell

Mary B Vactor

November 21, 2010

God blessed us with SUG. Her smile could light up a room. She will be missed. We grew up together,went to SBA together and I one day we will meet again in God's arms. GOD LOVED HER BEST!!

Tammy Schmitz-Mangold

November 21, 2010

Thanks for being a great friend in high school. Rest In Peace SUG.

John yolanda Hopkins

November 20, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Kathi Carlson

November 20, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to Andrea's family. (Verizon co-worker).

Lilly Baranski

November 20, 2010

To the young girl of Saint Benedict Academy who developed into a generous, loving women. Your spirit will remain in everyone who was blessed to be your friend. You will be dearly missed put never forgotten.

Suzie (Hickin) Susol

November 20, 2010

Andrea was a great person and she will be greatly missed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I was blessed to have known her. (Verizon coworker)

Mary Vactor

November 20, 2010

Sug and I grew up together she was always a nice person and always had a smile. I am blessed to have known her and she will always be Sug to me. God bless Tony for making her happy and may God bless her family. I love you Gloria. Many thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember God loved her best.

Tracy Witherspoon

November 20, 2010

The song that comes to my mind right now is, "IT'S SO HARD TO SAY GOODBYE TO YESTERDAY". I met Andrea August 1981 standing in the hallway of ST.BENEDICTS ACADEMY. The very first day of High School there were so many new faces in that hallway, and there was one face I will not forget. This young out spoken girl came up to me and introduced herself to me, "Hi, my name is Andrea Mills but just call me SUG". Right then and there I knew we would be friends for the rest of the school year, well that year turned into four wonderful years for me. I haven't seen SUG since graduation but I knew she would make something of herself and she did. Now, Andrea is resting and she is in no pain. She is up there in heaven with a big smile on her face doing what she does best, helping people. My memories of "SUG" will live on forever in my heart. Be strong and have faith and may GOD watch over you and your family at this time of sorrow. God bless.

Tracy Witherspoon - Class of 1985

RUTH TOLBERT/BRIDGETT

November 20, 2010

my prays out to you and family. she will be missed. she is in a better place. in GOD HANDS!!!!! love you SIS RUTH TOLBERT BRIDGETT. A OLD FRIEND WHO VISIT OFFEN WHEN SHE LIVED OUT ON EAST 12 STREET/TERRACE.

Dee Renaud

November 20, 2010

I am keeping Andrea and her extended family and friends in my prayers during this time of sorrow.

rochelle manus

November 20, 2010

I have known Sug for a long time... we go all they way back to the Franklin terrace. We use to be very close. Sometimes when people get older and go their separate ways we can loose touch with each other. Life is too short we should stay in touch with the ones that we consider to be a friend. I wish I had stayed in touch with her over the years...I am glad that she was able to have her dream wedding and was happy. To Gloria and family I am very sorry for your loss..... My thoughts and prayers are with you.....

LaRena Bush

November 20, 2010

My prayers go out to you in your time of loss, Tony.

Julie (Wisinski) Craciun

November 20, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of sorrow.SBA'85

Carla Kurelowech

November 20, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May god bless and keep you.
SBA '84

Julia Franz

November 20, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with all who knew "Sug" (as I knew her)from SBA. God Bless and Keep you all,as you grieve for a wonderful person and friend...My deepest sympathy, Julia(James)Franz

Gary and Monica Hasberry

November 20, 2010

God bless you and your family Tony.

November 20, 2010

You will be sadly missed.You haved lived your live to the the fullest at 43 then most of us if we lived to 100.Your uncle Dick will aways keep you in his heart.Rest in peace Sug.Love Teresa and Dick.

David Conley

November 20, 2010

My prayers to the family of Andrea, especially Tony, in this time of great sorrow and loss.

Amy Hasberry

November 20, 2010

Prayers are with you now and always.

November 20, 2010

When Andrea came to my house this summer she was so excited about the wedding and her walk with God. Its was exciting just living it through her I was unable to attend the wedding but I thought of her often on her and Tony's special day. My heart is saddened by this, and I will always cherish our friendship and how she always went out of way to make me included in her wonderful life. She was a very special woman and I will truly miss her. My sympathy goes out to the entire family and her many friends God Bless Leslie Moffatt

Renae Hicks

November 20, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Roy Spearman

November 20, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family..May the special memories always live in your heart to help you find peace and strength

A. Chelle Reid

November 20, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Pat Barnett

November 20, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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