Josephine Vera “Jo Jo” Mills, 72, of Steubenville, Ohio died Monday, April 23, 2007 at Weirton Medical Center. She was born December 23, 1934 in Elizabeth, PA a daughter of the late Richard E. Davis & Rose Billion Davis Jackson. Vera was a member of Bell Chapel United Methodist Church where she sang in the choir. Preceding her in death were two brothers Richard and Edward Davis; three sisters Lola Davis, June Pasek Forshey and Ruth Chambers; 1st husband Wallace Mills and 2nd husband Ronald “Sonny” Thomas. Surviving are her son James W. Mills of Phoenix, AZ; two daughters Marsha Mills of Wintersville, OH and Karen (Albert) Gelder of East Springfield, OH; four grandchildren Aaron Breon of Phoenix, AZ, Casey and Shaun Gelder both of Akron, OH and Britney Mills of Steubenville, OH; great grandson David Kelley; four brothers Frank Davis of Rapid City, SD, Robert Davis of Mingo Junction, OH, Ronald Davis of Holland, MI and Don Davis of Bonita Spring, FL; sister Patricia Hendrickson of Wintersville, OH; and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, Wintersville on Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. where services will be held Thursday 10 a.m. with Rev. Jeff Proya officiating. Entombment at Fort Steuben. Memorial Donations may be directed to Bell Chapel, 3419 State Route 213, Steubenville, OH 43952.
09/03/2024
Holly
I remember Jo I spent a few days with her in the hospital last month. She was such a joy to be around. I am going to miss her. She was a wonderful person. My Deepest sympathies. Love, Holly Deemer and family
09/03/2024
LEO AND JULIE MILLS
VERA WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HER, ESPECIALLY HER FAMILY. LOVE ALWAYS: LEO AND JULIE
09/03/2024
Alissa Peroni
Vera Helped take care of my Grandfather Bill Sullivan, I can remember them arguing over the fact she was watching the Country Music Channel they argued like an old married couple but kept each other on there toes She will be sadly missed! She was so wonderful to my grandfather.
09/03/2024
Karen
I am so sorry that you lost your mom. I know how very much you loved her and worried about her. She was so spunky the day I seen her at the hospital and she had a strength about her that I know you also possess. She knew how very much you loved and cared for her and I know saying goodbye is not easy, just know that she is where we all hope to be one day....safe in the arms of Jesus where there is no sadness, no tears, no pain, no sickness. Please let me know if I can do anything for you, I'm just right across the road. Love Your Friend, Karen
09/03/2024
Gracie (Oiler), Cervenak
God bless you,"The Mills Family! In the good Lord you will find your strength. I remember all of you fondly all my life, mainly as a child.Your Mom I met up with in church years later & she was just as special as she ever was. I used to take my Mom, Pauline, to visit your Mom and we just laughed and talked & had a good time.Your Mom always made one feel most comfortable.She was very kind to elderly people too. Always willing to lend a hand. I am blessed for having known her , she will always have a place in my heart. May the Lord be with you at your time of mourning
09/03/2024
Doug and Judie Thornton
Lefty and Mildred....I just got online and saw that your sister had passed away...please know that you are in our prayers. Doug and Judie
09/03/2024
Atul & Pallavi Shah
To Josephine Mills family: You are in our prayers and may god give you strength to go thru these hard times. I know how hard it has to be to loose your loved one but I guess we have to accept it and she is in the right place and in peace. My husband always talked about her and said that she was a wonderful, cheery person and that her family has always been there for her. You are all great people and she sure was lucky to have you.
09/03/2024
Sharen Shields (Oiler)
Dear Family: I knew Vera through my Mother Pauline Oiler and my Aunt Grace Alvis. Vera was a very Precious part of both of these Ladies lives. I remember her mainly for her heart and her sweet smile. My prayer for each of you is that the Lord is with you during this time and he will give you the strength that each of you need. May God be with you all and may you feel his embrace(o/) Sincerely, Sharen and Robert Shields But he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." 2 Corinthians 12:9 NIV
09/03/2024
Brenda Oiler Heaton
I'd like to extend my deepest heartfelt sympathy to each of you (The family of Vera). Vera was such a wonderful woman who was always there to lend a hand, a smile or a kind word. She touched many in her lifetime & we are all thankful for having known her. Take comfort in knowing that she was a good woman who led a good life and now she is in heaven with Christ & all who has gone before her. Vera was a good friend to our Mother, Thelma & to our Aunt Grace. I am thankful to have known her & am saddened to see her go. We all have wonderful memories that will keep her with us always. When you find yourself missing her most, look within yourself, at your siblings or at your children, she is there, she's not far. God Bless. Love and Prayers, Brenda Oiler Heaton & Family
09/03/2024
Carolyn (Oiler) & Tom Vickroy
Our Deepest Sympathies to Your Families. Tom & I loved Your Mom so very much. We shall never forget when my Mom, Thelma and Your Mom Vera come to our Wedding Reception. What a sweet person she was. She was such a kind person with a heart of Gold. She was always there with a kind word and always had time for everyone. Mom, Thelma Oiler, and I would go to visit with her and we would always come away with great love in our hearts. She will be sadly missed. God Be with You all at this Time and Know We will See Her Again in Gods House.
09/03/2024
Deidre Myers
So sorry, she was a wonderful caring person. D
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