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David Mills obituary, 1952-2025, Columbus, GA

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1952

DIED

2025

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Aug. 30, 2025

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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David Mills Obituary

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of David Mills, age 72, of Columbus, Georgia on Aug 18, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital. David is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Debroah, two sons, Derek (Julie) and Drew, two brothers, Joe (Pam) and Clay (Carol), and his 5 nieces: Lynn, Carrie, Katie, Amanda, Alicia and 6 grand nieces and nephews: Emily, Austin, Zoe, Ethan, Luke, Kenneth, Noah. David was preceded in death by his parents Henry and Jeroline (Thompson) Mills. David was born on October 9, 1952, in Columbus, Georgia. David attended Hardaway High School (Class of 1971) where he developed his love of football. David went on to gain his Bachelor's degree from Columbus College soon after he joined Synovus as a compliance officer with the Auditing and Compliance Departments while also attending LSU Banking School of the South. David later went on to own and operate the Cataula Package Store in Cataula, Georgia until retirement in 2006. From there David lived a peaceful life. He was an avid UGA fan Woof Woof, Go Dawgs. He will be remembered as a loving, playful husband, father, brother, and uncle. He will be dearly missed by many.

The memorial service will be held at Unique Events, 3641 Norris Rd, Columbus, GA 31907 on August 30th from 1-4 p.m.

Finger foods will be provided.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer from Aug. 22 to Aug. 25, 2025.

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for David Mills

Aug

30

Memorial service

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Unique Events

3641 Norris Rd, Columbus, GA

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Tina Nicholas

Earlier today

Derek, my sincere condolences to you and your family.

Stephanie Martin

Yesterday

So sorry to hear about your dad, Derek. Prayers lifted for you and your family.

Ray Perry

August 24, 2025

I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for the family.

Daniel Greer

August 23, 2025

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

Marc Weinstein, Ph.D.

August 23, 2025

Clay, Joe, and the Mills Family,
I am deeply saddened to read of David´s death. I remember with great fondness and warmth the times that we all had together as kids. I know that his memory will be a blessing for all who knew him and for all who loved him.

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