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1935
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Joseph Mills Obituary
Oct 16, 1935 - Feb 2, 2026
Of Buffalo, entered into rest February 2, 2026. Devoted father Joseph D. (Sue Swider) Mills Sr., Elizabeth (Chris) Matteson, Margaret Wakefeild, and the late Michele Koeppel; cherished grandfather of Robert Mills, Joseph D. (Christina) Mills Jr., Jenna (Mackenzie) Mills, Jessica (Brian Kaczmarczyk) Mills, Fiona (Colin Schifferman), Teddy Wakefeild, and Patrick Matteson, adored great-grandfather of Jocelyn, Gunner, Gianna, Greyson, and Mila; loving son of the late James and Mary Mills; dear brother and predeceased by 4 brothers Thomas, James, William, and Edward and 3 sisters Irene, Anne, and Mary; fond and favorite daughter-in-law Kathy Murphy Mills; beloved partner of Shirley Dunning; also survived by family and friends. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel), 3060 Abbott Rd., near Lake Ave., on Sunday (February 8th) from 12 to 4 p.m., where a Funeral Service will take place Monday morning at 10 a.m. Interment Holy Cross. Joseph is a United States Air Force Veteran. Please share online condolences at www.lombardofuneralhome.com.
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Debbie and Tony Murello
February 8, 2026
Our deepest condolences to the family and especially to Shirley. Prayers for you all. Debbie and Tony M (Lot 27)
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Jim mills
February 7, 2026
Uncle Joe you always made me laugh and smile same for my brothers Tom,Jack and sister Deb
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