Mary L. Mills, a cherished soul whose life journey began on September 6, 1942, in Elkhart, Indiana, concluded her earthly chapter with grace and peace on November 23, 2025, at her residence, in Niles, Michigan. Born to the late Clifford B. and Gail J. (Stoneburner) McCreary, Mary’s early years were steeped in the warmth of a loving family and community that shaped the compassionate and spirited woman she would become.
Mary’s heart found its match when she wed Robert “Bob” L. Mills on a winter’s day in 1973, in the town where she first drew breath. Their union was a testament to love’s enduring strength, and together they navigated life’s ebb and flow, creating a legacy of love and devotion that would be their family’s foundation. Their love blossomed into life with their children, Robert

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