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MILLS: Howard John of Granton

August 18, 2016 By Haskett Funeral Homes 64 Condolences

MILLS: Howard John of Granton

At LHSC-Victoria Hospital, London on Thursday, August 18, 2016, of Granton in his 57th year.  Beloved husband of Nancy (De Block) Mills for 33 years.  Dear father of Christopher and Carla Mills, and Stephanie and Kevin Anderson all of London.  Dear son and step-son of Barbara Mills of Cornwall, and Ron and Cavell Mills of Strathroy.  Dear brother and brother-in-law of Terry and MaryJean Mills of Thorndale, Jim Mills and Vickie of St. Marys, Gord and Christina Mills of Gobles, Marjorie Guitar and Bill of London, Bill and Sandy De Block of Sarnia, Jim and Betty De Block of Exeter, John and Diane De Block of London, Peter De Block of London, and Cate De Block of St. Marys.  Fondly remembered by step-brothers (Mike, Brad, and Jason Duquette), and several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Howard was a volunteer firefighter with the Granton Fire Department for over 35 years, and a long time employee of Norampac in St. Marys.

Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Friday 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where the complete funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 20th at 12 PM (noon) with Pastor Paul Vollick officiating.  Cremation with interment Granton Cemetery.

Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society, or Villages United Church would be appreciated by the family.

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  1. arlene(masse) thomson and scott thomson

    August 23, 2016 at 9:28 PM

    Our deepest sympathy is extended to your family at this sad time

  2. Courtney De Block and Dave Laing

    August 22, 2016 at 3:28 PM

    Nancy, Chris, Carla, Steph and Kevin, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Uncle Howard! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. XoXo

  3. Keith and Joyce Thomson

    August 21, 2016 at 3:49 PM

    Nancy and the whole Mills Family. We were saddened to hear of the passing of Howard. I have known him and all of his brothers since he was little and it doesn’t seem right that one so young should go so soon. Our deepest sympathy to you all at this time of loss. Keith and Joyce Thomson.

  4. Chris King

    August 21, 2016 at 2:56 PM

    We are going to miss Howie. I enjoyed working with Howie over the years. My thoughts go out to the family at this time of loss.

  5. Al and Wendy Brown

    August 20, 2016 at 10:46 AM

    So sad to hear of Howard’s passing. Remember his smile always, cherish his memories , love him forever. Al and Wendy Brown

  6. Ron Begg

    August 20, 2016 at 10:27 AM

    Don’t know if I left my goodbyes but am saddened by my nephew 1 of 4 whom I love dearly….time is so unforgiving…first we are walking down the trails at Granton … me and my 4 nephews and fast forward to today saying goodbye forever until we meet again. ..and Howard I know we will…my love to you…Nancy and children…my soft spoken…great husband and Dad and my memories of days gone bye..God speed Howard ..RIP
    Uncle Ron

  7. Judy & Dale Wheeler

    August 20, 2016 at 10:00 AM

    Condolences to your family Nancy. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
    Dale, Judy Wheeler and family

  8. Mary Brintnell

    August 20, 2016 at 9:48 AM

    Dear Nancy and Family You have my deepest sympathy and do treasure the memories He is at peace now. Mary Brintnell

  9. Susie Woodruff

    August 20, 2016 at 8:00 AM

    Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. What a beautiful collection of photos. The photos took me down memory lane. :)
    Love, Susie

  10. Rachel Huiberts

    August 20, 2016 at 7:32 AM

    My condolences to the Mills family. I am so sorry to hear about Howie’s passing. My thoughts are with you all

  11. Joan Stephen

    August 19, 2016 at 11:35 PM

    I was shocked and saddened to learn of Howie’s passing. Another kind soul taken too early. My thoughts go out to you and your family Nancy.

  12. Dee

    August 19, 2016 at 9:36 PM

    Aunt Nancy, Chris and Stephanie. Life is busy and families get seperated by miles… know today you are very close in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you and strengthen you in the moment. Love and hugs

  13. Don and Margaret Watt

    August 19, 2016 at 9:19 PM

    Nancy and family
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time

  14. Ross & Audrey Mills

    August 19, 2016 at 8:52 PM

    Nancy & Family,

    So sorry to hear of Howard’s passing, he will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  15. Joan and Dave Goddard

    August 19, 2016 at 8:37 PM

    To Nancy and family
    We were very sorry to hear of Howard’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very sad and difficult time.

  16. Cheryl McNaughton

    August 19, 2016 at 8:16 PM

    Nancy and family, Words can not express our heartfelt sorrow. Hold on to your memories and keep them forever in your heart. Cheryl & Randy McNaughton

  17. Joan McFalls

    August 19, 2016 at 7:46 PM

    Dear Nancy and Family,

    We are very shocked and deeply saddened by the loss of “Howie”. He will be truly missed. Fond memories and his smiling face will always be remembered.
    Our deepest condolences to you and your family.

    Joan McFalls, Brittney and Cody Roger and Brad Foster

  18. Debbie Thistle

    August 19, 2016 at 7:04 PM

    Dear Nancy & Family, so sorry to hear about your lost very shocked! Thinking about you. Debbie Thistle

  19. Russ Fox

    August 19, 2016 at 4:38 PM

    Nancy and family
    Russ and I send our sincere sympathy to all of you. Howard will be missed so much.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Russ and Sharon Fox

  20. Heather & Bill Hodgson

    August 19, 2016 at 4:37 PM

    Sorry for the loss of Howard, our thoughts and prayers are with the Mills Family.

  21. Janice Primeau

    August 19, 2016 at 3:49 PM

    Nancy &Family Bill &l are so sorry for your loss our thougts and prayers are with you at this time RIP Howard your in God arms now .

  22. Terry Lang

    August 19, 2016 at 2:34 PM

    Way too soon my friend. Our thoughts a with your family.

  23. Marion Gricken

    August 19, 2016 at 2:10 PM

    Nancy, and all the Mills F
    amily, Our most sincere condolence for your loss. The Gricken Family

  24. Neil &Gloria Millson

    August 19, 2016 at 1:36 PM

    Nancy, Neil and I are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you & the family in our prayers.

  25. Michael and Joanne Harrison and family

    August 19, 2016 at 1:25 PM

    Nancy and family so sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you.

  26. Ken and Bonny Lambourn

    August 19, 2016 at 1:00 PM

    Dear Nancy and Family…So sorry to hear of Howard’s passing our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this very difficult time.

  27. Ken and Bonny Lambourn

    August 19, 2016 at 12:55 PM

    Nancy and Family… So very sorry to hear of Howard’s passing our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this very difficult time.

  28. Marty and Karen Van Praet

    August 19, 2016 at 12:38 PM

    Sorry to hear about Howard. Wishing you peace at this difficult time

  29. Brenda and Fred smith

    August 19, 2016 at 12:22 PM

    Nancy and family sorry to hear of your loss keep the good times close to your heart

  30. Sandi and Rob Brintnell

    August 19, 2016 at 11:12 AM

    Nancy and family,
    Sorry to hear of Howard”s passing. Thinking of you during this difficult, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
    Rob and Sandi Brintnell

  31. Dan and Tracey Graham

    August 19, 2016 at 11:12 AM

    Please accept our deepest sympathy to hear about the passing of Howard. We are sadly unable to attend the funeral but our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

  32. Jean Carroll

    August 19, 2016 at 10:25 AM

    So sorry for your loss another great one has left us. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow

  33. Amelia Stickles Verschuere

    August 19, 2016 at 8:50 AM

    My deepest sympathy to you Nancy and your family. My God be with you in your sorrow

  34. Craig and Ashley Swarthout

    August 19, 2016 at 7:57 AM

    Nancy and Family,
    Thinking of you all and sending our deepest condolences on the passing of Howie..Hugs!
    Craig, Ashley, Liam and Hayden

  35. Bev and Barb Shipley

    August 19, 2016 at 7:48 AM

    Nancy – We are so sorry to hear of your loss. He will be missed by so many, and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this tough time. With sincere condolences – Bev and Barb

  36. Jo Anne Clarke

    August 19, 2016 at 7:42 AM

    Nancy and Family: …..We are so sorry to hear of Howard’s passing ! Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family at this difficult time. Martin and Jo Anne

  37. Jennie Topham

    August 19, 2016 at 7:38 AM

    So sorry for your loss, my condolences.

  38. Terry and Judy Morgan

    August 19, 2016 at 7:33 AM

    Nancy and Family

    We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of Howard. You are in our thoughts and hearts.
    May all the wonderful memories you share bring you comfort at this time of sorrow.

    Terry and Judy

  39. Marge Versteegden

    August 19, 2016 at 7:24 AM

    Ron and Cavell
    Sorry to hear of your son’s passing.
    He was much too young.
    Hold on to the memories.

  40. Tony & Karla Lang

    August 19, 2016 at 12:29 AM

    Aww crap ~ So sorry for your loss . May Howie rest in peace , Our condolences .

  41. kristi lindsay

    August 18, 2016 at 11:40 PM

    Nancy and family please accept our deepest heartfelt condolences, Dave and Kristi Lindsay

  42. Janet Edye

    August 18, 2016 at 11:02 PM

    Nancy and family. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Howard. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  43. Linda Mills

    August 18, 2016 at 10:07 PM

    Dear Nancy and family. Thinking of you during this sad time. I always enjoyed a good chat and some laughs with Howard at the Auctions. Keeping you close in my thoughts and prayers
    Linda Mills and family

  44. Dennis and Cindy White

    August 18, 2016 at 9:21 PM

    Nancy and Family,

    Sending our sincere condolences on the loss of Howard.You will be in our thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.

  45. Isabel Mardlin

    August 18, 2016 at 8:55 PM

    Dear Nancy & Family,

    We were so sorry to hear of Howie’s passing. He has had a very difficult time. I so remember him in the store many years ago. What would we do without memories.
    Isabel Mardlin & Family.

  46. Diane and Eddie Loyens

    August 18, 2016 at 8:18 PM

    Nancy and family, Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow. Cherish all your memories in the days ahead. Our sincere condolences.

  47. Don and Heather Benner

    August 18, 2016 at 8:12 PM

    Dear Nancy and Family….So sorry to hear of Howards passing….Hugs to you all ….Don. Heather and family….

  48. Peter & Nancy Westman

    August 18, 2016 at 6:58 PM

    We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with the family.

  49. Marty & Tammy

    August 18, 2016 at 6:23 PM

    Very sorry for your loss All The Mills.

  50. Dale Cook

    August 18, 2016 at 6:20 PM

    Nancy and family,,,, so very very sorry to hear of Howard’s passing. my sincerest condolence to you

  51. Dianne Girdler( Malcolm )

    August 18, 2016 at 6:04 PM

    So very sorry to hear about Howard. I will always have fond memories of Howard when we were young. My condolence to all the families.

  52. Wayne & Pam Hall

    August 18, 2016 at 5:49 PM

    Nancy and Family, I so sorry to hear about Howard’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

  53. Steve & Kathy Petit (Nee Hearn)

    August 18, 2016 at 5:42 PM

    Nancy and family…so sorry to hear about Howard’s passing…he was a gem and will be missed! I always looked forward to running into my friend Howie at the Lucan Christmas craft show. You are in our hearts and prayers

  54. Jackie & Lowell Penner

    August 18, 2016 at 5:25 PM

    Nancy and Family So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you and family

  55. Karen Cook (Henderson)

    August 18, 2016 at 5:15 PM

    Nancy and Family

    I am very sorry to hear of Howards passing. You are in my thoughts at this difficult time.

  56. Linda loyens

    August 18, 2016 at 5:15 PM

    So sorry to hear about Howard. Remember all the good times you had together.

  57. Felix and Chris Gysemans

    August 18, 2016 at 5:09 PM

    Nancy and family, We are incredibly sorry and saddened to hear of Howard’s passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

  58. Harry & Wendy

    August 18, 2016 at 4:43 PM

    Sending our sincere condolences
    To all the family

  59. Joan Stiltz &Ken Sherwood, Bob & Lila Foster

    August 18, 2016 at 4:16 PM

    Nancy and Family sorry for your loss, our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

  60. Bob & Lila Foster, Ken Sherwood & Joan Stiltz

    August 18, 2016 at 4:07 PM

    Nancy and Family sorry for your loss our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

  61. Alex and Donna Westman

    August 18, 2016 at 3:38 PM

    So sorry to hear this heartbreaking news.
    You are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Howy will be dearly missed by us all.

  62. Jenni, Josh and Connor Deblock Kreller

    August 18, 2016 at 3:36 PM

    Nancy, Chris, Carla,Steph and Kevin We are so sorry to hear and our thoughts And prayers are with all of you during this time. Xo

  63. Jeff DeBlock

    August 18, 2016 at 3:16 PM

    I am deeply saddened by the news of Uncle Howard’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

  64. Harry Blom

    August 18, 2016 at 1:23 PM

    Nancy and family.. I am so very sorry for your loss

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