John C. Mills, age 84, peacefully passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2020 while residing in Bonita Springs, Florida. He was born in the Bronx, NY and was the older of two children. He married his wife Eileen in October of 1960 where they started their life together in Flushing, Queens. After earning a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Business from Manhattan College, John began working at IBM International where he worked for 25 years. At age 44, John received a calling to teach students with special needs. He furthered his education by earning a Master’s degrees in Special Education and School Administration and Supervision from the College of New Rochelle. His competitive athleticism was demonstrated in his involvement as a dedicated teacher and coach for his own children and students.
John's passing was preceded by his previously deceased wife of 59 years, Eileen; sister, AnnMarie Desmond and husband Daniel; three children, John C. Mills Jr. and wife Beth, Susan Anderson and husband Carlos, and Laura Mills and husband Steven (deceased); and two grandchildren, Peter and Matthew.
John was embraced by everyone he met as a loving, compassionate, and comedic individual who will be emulated in the years to come.
A private ceremony has been planned for immediate family. Donations can be made to the loving and caring facility, Hope Hospice, located at 27200 Imperial Parkway, Bonita Springs, FL, 34135.
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