Mr. Linwood Earl Mills
05/23/1940 - 11/01/2024
Mr. Linwood Earl Mills, Sr. “Papa” to so many, of South Hill, VA departed a glorious and full life on Friday, November 1, 2024. He was born on May 23, 1940; the oldest son of Clarence & Bessie (Clary) Mills. Papa’s roots were firmly planted in Mecklenburg County, where he lived his entire life. In 1962 he married Clara Dell Kidd who was truly his life and soul mate. With Clara, he would go on to have two boys, Linwood, Jr. and Michael, who became the joys of his life. Days spent hunting, fishing, canoeing, and camping with his sons brought so much happiness. When later these boys became men and started families of their own, Papa reveled in all the grandchildren that followed. Always supporting their interests, attending dance recitals, soccer games, graduations, fishing off the end of the pier, and attending way too many baseball games to count. Throughout his life, Linwood had many accomplishments. He learned the trades of HVAC and plumbing, which led to a great job with Parker Oil Co. When he decided to venture out and start his own business, many people can attest to his willingness to come out after hours to get that furnace or pump running to make their family comfortable. In 1995, the opportunity arose for him to change his employment hat and he became a teacher at Park View High School to begin training another generation to fill the HVAC work force. Even then, he never failed to be “Mr. Fix It” for his family and anyone needing handyman services. All this being said, at the end of the day, Papa’s greatest accomplishment in life is the person he was… loved by many and always ready with a hug and a kiss. He loved his family with all he had and was never settled and satisfied until he knew everyone was “in their spot.” We are certain that on Friday morning, Papa hurried into his family circle, greeted with open arms. Greeted by his daddy, mama, brother, Carol Mills and sister-in-law Jean Mills were surely happy to be reunited. We know that the sweetest reunion was with his beloved dog, Lady. Linwood is survived by his wife of 62 years, Clara Dell Kidd Mills, his sons, Lyn Mills (Angie) and Mike Mills (Kristi). He is also survived by his grandchildren Abby Spence (Brandon), Charlie Mills (Lou), Macey Christian (Connor), Mason Mills, and the three brightest stars in his life’s sky, Clara, Ruby, & Cora Spence. A Celebration of Life Service will be conducted on Wednesday November 6th at 11:00 A.M. in Prospect United Methodist Church in Ebony. The family will receive friends starting at 10:00 A.M. until service time in the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Prospect United Methodist Church at 1974, Ebony Road, Ebony, VA 23845. Online condolences may be made through our website, www.crowderhitecrews.com. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Mills family.
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Sending my condolences to the family of Mr. Mills. Mr. Mills was the sweetest man that I’ve ever known, he was one of my favorite customers at South Hill Walmart. Whenever I saw him we hugged and talked for a few minutes everytime. I’m gonna miss his godly spirit and his beautiful presence. Sending prayers of strength and guidance to you all.
With love and sympathy😢
Friend
I was sorry to hear of Mr. Mills passing. My condolences to Mrs. Mills and family.
Condolences
Clara, the Mills’ family & Friends
Sending our heartfelt condolences in the passing of Linwood. He was always so happy & pleased to see you. What wonderful memories we have! You are & will continue to be in our thoughts & prayers. Love & Respect
May Linwood Rest in Peace
My sincerest condolences to Clara Dell, Lin, Mike and their families. I have such fond memories of Linwood at all of our family gatherings. He always greeted you with a smile and a hug. I know he will be missed by so many people. My prayers are with you all now. Love to you all.
By Willie Mills Jr and Family
We or so sorry for the loss of Linwood Earl Mills and his Family.May he rest in peace,and God be with you all always and forever.Amen 🙏,My ❤️goes out to you all .
More Than Neighbors
I was so sorry to hear of Lynnwood’s passing. I’m so thankful for our years of being neighbors and growing up with the boys! We were more than neighbors, we were family. Lynwood would always make me feel special and was never short of a really good hug! I ran into them a few weeks ago and we had the best talk. I’m more than thankful for that chance meeting now! My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. We love you all!
Clara Dell, Lyn, Michael and Families….So sorry for your loss, We are thinking about you all. Love from Mary Hunt, Dick, Jim, Christopher and John Kidd.
I always admired Lin. Clara and Lin were such a wonderful couple and enjoyed life. We saw Lin this summer and we had such a great time talking. Lin was a kind man with integrity. I hope he had a peaceful journey. He will live through your memories and stories and tears and laughter. To the family I send peace and comfort and love.
Sending many prayers and much love to all family and friends. We have lost one of the greatest people that we have ever known. He has always been a cheerleader and confidant for his family and all those that knew him. At the ballpark he was everyone’s papa. He will greatly be missed!! I cherish his smile and each memory that has been shared with him and his family!!! ❤️🙏
My condolences
Mrs. Clara, Lyn, and Mike,
Sorry to hear about Linwood’s passing. May the grace of God surround y’all during this time! Praying for God’s comfort for y’all.
To Clara Dell, and all of you, my sincere sympathy to all of you. Linwood was a great man.
Mr. Mills was a fine Man and true Gentleman always a pleasure to see him we would laugh sometimes and cry other times when seeing him he always made me feel good inside I will miss him May his memories make family and friends Laugh and feel good just by knowing him and remember we never die with our faith in Jesus Christ we live on forever Bless all his Family and Friends
Linwood was a great man and a great friend to our family. Kelly (my husband) use to go on fishing trips with his sons and ours they would float the river. I have pictures of those trips I know great memories were made. Rest in peace Linwood your work on earth is done you will be missed. Prayers to the family and big hugs
Linwood was a customer at Quik-Stop 1 for all the
years we were in business & continued with our son. Always enjoyed
our conversations. Our condolences to Mrs Mills,
Lyn, Mike & Linwood’s entire family. You
all are in my thoughts & prayers.
Dear Mrs. Mills, Lynn, Mike & families,
So sorry for your loss. Sending deepest sympathy, much love and big hugs to you all. Mr
Mills was a good neighbor and dear friend. He will truly be missed. Keeping you all in my daily prayers. May God bless and keep you comforted in your days ahead. Cherish your sweet memories together! Love & hugs
Soo sorry for your loss,prayers
Thinking of you all ,prayers soo sorry for your loss
Sincere condolences to the family.
He was truly a sweet, kind man.
Jimmy.Kallam@yahoo.com
Clara,Lynn,and Mike, So sorry to hear of Linwoods passing.We worked and fished together years ago.He really enjoyed life.May you find peace in the days ahead.
friend
so sorry for your loss
friend
So sorry for your loss.
Condolences to Clara Dell and the entire family. Linwood was a fine man and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Friend
He was a such fine gentleman!! He and Clara were such a nice couple. I had many nice visits with them at Gasburg PO. Many good memories. He will be missed! Prayers for Clara and the family and many friends! RIP Sir!🙏🙏🙏🙏
Linwood Mills was one of the nicest men I have ever known. He will be greatly missed first of all by his family and also by anybody who knew him. May God be with each member of his family in the months ahead without him. Lots of love from my home to yours.
I'm so sorry for your loss. I hope God can give you comfort.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I hope God will give you comfort.
Lisa Dawson
I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s so hard to say goodbye. May God give you comfort.
Rest In Peace
My condolences to my cousins. I’m sorry to hear that he passed. May God comfort you all in this trying time.