Martha Louise Mills

1935 - 2017

Martha Louise Mills obituary, 1935-2017, Jonesboro, GA

BORN

1935

DIED

2017

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Haisten Funerals & Cremations

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McDonough, Georgia

Martha Mills Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 4, 2017.

Mrs. Martha Louise Hix Mills, age 82 of Jonesboro, Georgia passed away September 3, 2017. She was born in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Anderson Chaminade Hix, Jr. and Ethel Louise Shaver Hix. She was preceded in death by brothers, Raymond, Bennett, Ralph, Donnie and Andy Hix. Martha was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jonesboro where she was a former Sunday school teacher. She began her career with the FAA, moved on to Ft. Gillem and retired from FORSCOM Aviation. Martha helped to raise her four youngest siblings after her mother became ill. She loved to spend time with her family, cross stitch, reading, yard work and traveling with her cousin, Betty. Survivors include her daughters, Kelly (David) Guess of McDonough, Karen (Kerry) Burrell of Jonesboro, Katie (Johnny) Bowers of McDonough; former husband, Eugene W. Mills of McDonough; grandchildren, Edward Tallman, Brittany (Chris) Reed, Kyle Burrell, Kameron (Manami) Burrell, Kaci (Hannah) Bowers, Chelsea Bowers, Katlyn (Michael) Vass; great grandchildren, Skylar Tallman, Jadyn Tallman, Kingston Stevens, Andersyn Reed, Addy Reed, Britten Reed, Kyndall Reed, Konner Burrell, Kouper Burrell, Kohen Burrell, Kylie Anslyn Burrell, Kaden Burrell, Lincoln Vass and one on the way; siblings, William Alvin (Ruth) Hix of Jonesboro, Mary Linda (Bill) McElhannon of Rex; sisters in law, Yvonne Hix of Sautee Nacoochee, GA, Barbara Hix of Houston, TX, Gidget Hix-Montgomery of Livingston, TX, Lavetta McCollum of Jackson, Debbie Blackwood of Pensacola, FL, Carlene Hix of Griffin; honorary grandson, P.G. Griffin of McDonough; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, September 6, 2017 – 1:00 PM in the Haisten Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Dean Hix will officiate. Interment will follow at Forest Hills Memorial Gardens. Friends may visit the family Wednesday from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM prior to the service. Arrangements are under the direction of Haisten Funeral Home of McDonough.

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September 7, 2017

Kelly, I so sorry to read of you Mother's passing. I can tell you will miss her greatly. My the Lord lift you up with comfort. "Cousin" Martha Picardy

September 6, 2017

Cliff & Rita Murchison

So sorry about the loss of your Mother. All of your family is in our prayers. Although we didn't know her personally, the words you all spoke of her with love tells us she was a loving mother and friend. I'm sure she will be greatly missed.
With Loving thoughts,

September 5, 2017

Kelly Guess

Mom, there are no words to describe how I feel. Everything just seems so inadequate to describe what I am feeling at this moment. I know only that my life changed completely the moment you took your last breath. In the lottery of life, I lucked up and was given you as my mother. I can only hope you know how much I love you and how important you were to me. Thankfully, I have my memories and only have to look at my children, grandchildren, sisters, nieces, nephews, grand niece, grand nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins to see you. You touched many people, even some you did not realize. I consider that a wonderful legacy. I will make sure that the "smalls" in our family know how much you loved them. The rest already know. Rest in peace, sweet Momma.

September 5, 2017

The Thiem's

Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. I am so sorry for your loss.
Keep all your memories close in your heart.

September 5, 2017

altho' we have never met ..I feel that I knew Mrs. Mills..we have been told great stories about her from her daughter Kelly..thanx Kells..it has been an honour knowing her this way altho' in person would have been great!!Our condolences to the entire family..xx

September 5, 2017

Elizabeth Jinks

Kelly, David, & family - I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts & prayers.

With deepest sympathy,
Liz Jinks

September 4, 2017

Babbie Spain

Kelly, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. Chris and I are thinking of you and your family. I hope you celebrate her life with your friends and family. Think of all the ways she touched your life.

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