Elizabeth Mills Stuckey

With deep sorrow and immense love, we announce the passing of our cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, Elizabeth Mills Stuckey, of Merritt Island, FL, who left this world at the age of 83 after a courageous and inspiring battle.

She faced every challenge with unmatched strength and determination, giving her all to stay with us for as long as she could. Even when her body grew tired, her heart kept fighting. That was who she was—unyielding in love, resilient in spirit, and deeply committed to her family.

A kind soul and a beautiful heart, Beth was the embodiment of selflessness. She always put others before herself, offering a comforting hand, a listening ear, and unconditional love to anyone lucky enough to know her. Her warm smile and gentle nature touched countless lives.

Her love for animals and nature ran deep. She found great joy in discovering the beauty of Florida’s waterways, especially through kayak and pontoon boat tours where she could observe wildlife and share that wonder with others. She was a dedicated volunteer at the Turtle Preservation Society, committed not just to protecting animals but to inspiring others to connect with the natural world. Her passion for wildlife was matched only by her desire to help others see and appreciate the beauty she saw in every creature and every corner of the world around her.

She absolutely adored her grandchildren and treasured every moment she spent with them. Whether it was witnessing their very first steps, paddling down the river on kayak adventures, making memories at the zoo, hunting easter eggs or cheering them on as they pursued their dreams, they were her greatest joy. The stories, laughter, and milestones they shared together were some of the most meaningful and magical moments of her life.

To her, life was never just about reaching the destination—it was about embracing the journey, with all its twists, turns, and treasures along the way. She lived by that truth and encouraged those around her to do the same.

We are heartbroken by her passing but forever grateful for the time we had with her. Her love, her laughter, and her legacy will live on in all of us.

"To the world, you may be one person, but to one person, you may be the world." – Dr. Seuss

She is loved and greatly missed by her devoted life partner, William “Larry” McInerney of Merritt Island, a brother Ralph J. Mills, Jr. (Sharon) of Sebastian, FL, a son James P. Howell (Alyssa) of Orlando, a daughter Kristin E. Howell (Adrian) of Tampa and five beautiful grandkids whom she adored, Anna E. Yannakopoulos, Eleni A. Yannakopoulos, Grace E. Howell, Emily R. Howell, and Alexios J. Yannakopoulos.

She was preceded in death by her parents Ralph J. Mills and Myrtle P. Mills and husband Robert D. Stuckey.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in her honor to the Sea Turtle Preservation Society or SPCA, reflecting her love of animals and nature and her desire

to make this world a better place.