Royce Ripley MILLS

MILLS, Royce Ripley (Rip)
Born October 1, 1955 in Windsor, Ontario, passed away at home with his loving wife by his side in Guelph after a courageous battle with lymphoma, April 29, 2015. Much loved and devoted husband for nearly 30 years to Carol (Hendy). Proud father of Jonathon, Natasha and Emily. Cherished son of Helen Weaver (Roger) and the late Gerald Mills (1982). Beloved big brother of Malea (Kevin); Marilyn (Ken); and Sherene (Barkley). Loved son-in-law of John Hendy and the late Doreen Hendy (2011). Brother-in-law to Mark (Lily); Glenn (Faye) and Bruce (Pat). Best friend and work partner for 35 years to Danny Driscoll. Royce was "dad" and friend to not only his own children, but to their friends, neighbour kids and all his nieces and nephews. Royce grew up in Windsor and went to Forster High School and the University of Windsor, where he majored in History. On July 4, 1978, in the presence of his proud parents, Royce was sworn in to the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and went on to serve with honour and distinction for 35 years. He received the RCMP Long Service Medal, as well as his Bronze, Silver and Gold clasps. He was the recipient of both the Silver and Gold Queens' Jubilee Medals from the Canadian Police Association. Royce was instrumental in establishing the RCMP Association and served as both its President and Vice President. During his years with the force, Royce served in many sections, including security detail for HRH, Queen Elizabeth and other members of the Royal Family, numerous Prime Ministers, Pope John Paul I and II, International dignitaries, Hollywood stars and at many events such as the G8 and G20 Summits. Carol and the kids want to thank everyone for their kind thoughts and prayers during Royce's illness - especially Bob and Terry Smith, John (JJ) White and Pete Merryfield and of course Danny, for being here for Rip. Friends may call at the
GILCHRIST CHAPEL –
McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home
One Delhi Street, Guelph
From 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 8, 2015 and from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, 2015. Complete Funeral Service will be held at the chapel on Monday, May 11, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. with Father Thomas Vaughan officiating. Cremation will follow. Please visit the funeral home website for updated information. Memorial contributions to Wounded Warriors Canada, Canadian Peace Officers Memorial Association, or the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre (details available at funeral home) would be appreciated. We invite you to leave your memories and donations online at:
www.gilchristchapel.com