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Derrick A. Mills “Debo”
1981 - 2026
BORN
1981
DIED
2026
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Derrick Mills “Debo” Obituary
The Lord ushered our loved one, Mr. Derrick A. Mills, into His eternal embrace on Friday, March 6, 2026. He was born on January 4, 1981, in Petersburg, VA. He moved to West Petersburg at an early age. Derrick graduated from Dinwiddie County High School, Class of 1999. He was employed at several places including Virginia Motor Sports Park, Hill Phoenix, and currently with Amazon. Derrick, affectionately called “Debo”, was a beautiful spirit who blessed everyone around him. He was always willing to help. Derrick loved watching football and wrestling. He enjoyed his days fishing and watching race cars.
Derrick was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, James Mills, Sr. and Florence Mills; paternal grandparents, James A. Harrison and Ida N. Harrison; aunts, Ida Lauretta Harrison, Bernice Lucille Thorpe, Connie Jones and Beatrice Williams; uncles, James F. Mills, Jr. and James Monroe Harrison, Sr; and his devoted brother, Corey V. Mills.
Derrick leaves to cherish his memories: his devoted parents, Leatrice Mills and Bernard N. Harrison of North Dinwiddie, VA; two brothers, Maurice Mayo of Richmond, VA and Marco Mayo of South Chesterfield, VA; one nephew, Josiah Harris of Richmond, VA; one uncle, Stephon Mills (Barbara) of Petersburg, VA; aunts, Jahnel Battle-Bey of Maryland, Doris "Rubette" Ridley of Petersburg, VA, Sallie Baskerville (Floyd) of North Dinwiddie, VA, Sandra "Kitty" McKensie (Selester) of Chester, VA, Joice Jones (Todd) of Petersburg, VA and Saundra Mason (Sam) of Petersburg, VA; a host of cousins, other relatives, friends, and the West Petersburg Community; devoted cousins, Earl Baskerville and Joycelyn “Nikki” Harrison Gregory; devoted friends, Carlos Haskins and Marlo Taylor; and special friend, Adia Buford.
A very special thank you to Marco Mayo, Pamela Williams, Katisha Harrison, Fay Lee, Shelly Scott, Earl Baskerville, Latrice Neal, Tyshanti Baskerville, P. Russell, P. Allen, the Staff of CSH and Amazon for all their emotional help and support.
Services will be held 11:00 A.M., Friday, March 20, 2026, at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, 800 Augusta Avenue, Petersburg, VA, the Rev. Herbert Holly II, Pastor, the Rev. Dr. Marcus N. Leggett, eulogist. The interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends at 25803 Dinwiddie Avenue, North Dinwiddie, VA and may be contacted by calling (804) 691-6031.
J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com. Watch the funeral services live online on our J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc. Facebook page or click here to view: https://vimeo.com/event/5810362?fl=so&fe=fs
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for Derrick Mills “Debo”
Tina Yeatts
March 20, 2026
My thoughts and prayers for your family. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Consintina Scott
March 19, 2026
Prayers goes out to the family ❤ rest easy my friend
LaShawn Mills
March 18, 2026
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Shantel Jackson
March 17, 2026
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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Marvin Shearin
March 14, 2026
From the Shearin family. our prayers are with the Mills family. I'm going to Miss you "Dee" Marvin Shearin
trudi whittaker
March 13, 2026
Sorry to hear of your loss cousin. Sending my sincerest condolences
Praying that you be comforted.
Love Trudi and family
Deloris Gilliam
March 12, 2026
Sorry for your loss.May God give you strength to endure in your coming days.Deloris Gilliam Amazon
Richard Ukpai
March 12, 2026
Derrick was my colleague at work, and I was his direct supervisor. He was consistently cheerful and always spoke kindly to me and everyone around him. He would frequently call me to inform me that he had to leave early or request a VTO. Derrick was hardworking and always punctual. He possessed a unique smile that endeared him to everyone, and he was always ready to support at work when needed. I vividly recall our final conversation during your last shift, and I am deeply saddened by your passing. I miss the camaraderie and encouragement he provided when I felt stressed. His voice still echoes in my mind. My joy is that you are now resting in the embrace of our Lord Jesus. May you continue to rest in peace.
Melissa Edwards
March 10, 2026
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I can't believe your gone. We were not that close but I'm going to miss that smile at work. Sending prayers of comfort to your family.
Sharita Dennis
March 10, 2026
Derrick, The job will never be the same. We were such great friends and I’m truly going to miss you. My sincere condolences to your family, especially your mom.
EVA LEWIS
March 10, 2026
My heart was saddened to hear about the passing of my dear friend Derrick, he and I dated when we were younger, and always spoke when we would see each other. He was a very a good man, sending my prayers and condolences to his family, may God give them strength during this difficult time. HE IS KNOW BACK WITH HIS BABY BROTHER WHOM HE LOVED DEARLY.
Alice and Jack Evans Alice
March 8, 2026
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Yvonne Lewis
March 7, 2026
Send my condolences to my friend Be and the family on the loss of your son I will be keeping you in my prayers
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