Richard (Dick) Alexander Mills
July 23, 1939 – September 23, 2021
July 23,1939 – September 23, 2021. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our loving husband, father, and grandfather Richard (Dick) Alexander Mills. Born in Almonte Ontario, he was the son of the late Frank and Winnifred Mills. Dick will be lovingly remembered by his devoted wife Sharon Mills Née Bellefontaine, his children Robert Mills (Kim), Lynn Mills, and his adoring granddaughter Shayna Mills. Dick was a strong, hard working man who devoted his whole life to raising and supporting his family. Dick retired from his career in the Navy early in his life, and a millwright by trade, he worked at the Halifax Shipyard and later Ceres Corp. Dick loved to be outdoors in the sun. He had a green thumb and loved to work in his gardens. Dick was a genuinely kind and generous man who would quietly ensure that his loved ones were always taken care of. He was happiest when he was surrounded by his family and friends. He loved having them around his kitchen table laughing and playing cards. When he was home with his wife they would most often be found together watching golf, hockey or racing. Above all, Dick knew how to make people feel loved and appreciated when they were around him. He had a unique gift for making the people he loved feel special. Dick was predeceased by his brother Charlie Mills and is survived by his siblings; Elizabeth Galt (Pat), David Mills, Paul Mills (Fay), Michael Mills (Linda), Nora Mills, Frances Mills, and many nieces and nephews. Dick was very close to and was predeceased by his in-laws Francis and Helene Bellefontaine. He had strong relationships with his Brother and Sister in-laws and was loved by his many nieces and nephews. Dick was loved and supported by his ‘friends that were his family’ who he treasured. He led a life that was rich in love and will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by so many. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the nurses at the Dartmouth General Emergency that took such good care of him in his final hours. Information on the Graveside burial service to be updated at www.dartmouthfuneralhome.ca. There will be a reception at Jamieson’s Irish House and Grill Cole Harbour Wednesday September 29, 2021 for 12-3 pm. In lieu of flowers, we suggest donations be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Nova Scotia. Online condolences by visiting www.dartmouthfuneralhome.ca
SERVICES
Reception
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Jamieson’s Irish House & Grill
5 Cumberland Drive
Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia B2V 2T6
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Richard Dick Alexander Mills July 23 1939 September 23 2021..
Death notice for the town of: Dartmouth, Province: Nova Scotia