Catherine L. Mills

Funeral services for Catherine L. “Cathy” Mills, 88, Lawrence will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, March 27, 2010 at First United Methodist Church.  Interment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lawrence.  She died Tuesday, March 23, 2010 at the Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community.

She was born November 5, 1921 in Agenda, KS the daughter of John and Edna Cleveland McHugh.

She attended two years of college and began a teaching career in a one-room schoolhouse in Agenda, KS.  She later taught in the Russell, KS school district.  She then managed the insurance agency inside the Russell State Bank in Russell before moving to Lawrence, KS.  In Lawrence, she managed the Gill Insurance Agency until her retirement in 1986. 

Mrs. Mills was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Lawrence and was active  in the United Methodist Women and their church circles.  She also belonged to several bridge clubs in Lawrence.

She married Verl D. Anderson in June 1946, then they later divorced.  She married Archie L. Mills (U.S. Navy LCDR Retired) in June 1976 in Russell, Kansas.  He survives of the home.

Other survivors include; one daughter, Vicki Cathey and her husband, Steve, of Casper, WY, one son, Doug Anderson, and his wife Brenda, of Belton, MO, one step-daughter, Pamela Scott, Phoenix, AZ; two step-sons; Stuart Mills, Lawrence, Roger Mills, Lawrence; one sister-in- law, Rose Mary McHugh, of Wichita, KS, seven grandchildren: Brian, Justin, Carrie, Jeff, Mary, Heather, and David and eight great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth McHugh and a step-son, Patrick Mills.           .

The family will greet friends from 5 – 6:30 p.m. Friday, March 26, 2010 at Warren McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence.

Memorial Contributions may be made in her name to Alzheimer’s and Related Disorders Foundation and may be sent in care of the Mortuary.
 

 

29 Condolences

  1. Ross and Cyndy Bond on March 24, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Our condolences Doug to you and Brenda,
    Ross



  2. Mike and Susan Meyer on March 24, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Susan and I will keep you and your family in our prayers during these difficult times.



  3. Lesli & Mike Lorenz on March 24, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.



  4. Greg and Hallie Thompson on March 24, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Doug, our prayers go out for you and your family.



  5. Stephanie & Jason O'Brien on March 24, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Doug, we have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.



  6. Karl & Margie Anderson on March 24, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Doug, may the good Lord bless you and your family.



  7. Don Sparks on March 24, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Vicki and Steve, Our thoughts are of you. All our sympathy. Your frineds at Newpark.



  8. Lesa Bennett on March 24, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Vicki and Steve,
    You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
    With love, Lesa and Jeff



  9. Doug Magden and Paula Chiles on March 24, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Doug and Brenda, May God grant you strength and consolation in this difficult time, we love you both,



  10. Bob and Nayna Hilton on March 25, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Our love, thoughts, cares and concerns are with all of you at this sad and difficult time.



  11. Kim Reinhardt Rumburg on March 25, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Doug and Vicki, Your mother was a very special lady. I know she will be missed, my thoughts and prayers are with you.



  12. Jeremy & Linda Morgan on March 25, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Doug, our prayers are with you and your family.



  13. Jean Denning Festa on March 25, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Doug-So sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts are with you.



  14. Sabrina Geist on March 25, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Vicki and Steve,
    I wish I had words to ease your pain. Please know your both in my thought and prayers.



  15. Cecilia (Kasl) and Brian Harris on March 26, 2010 at 12:00 am

    I’m so sorry to hear of Catherine’s death, especially so soon after Uncle Kenny’s. May God grant you strength and peace.



  16. Cecilia (Kasl) and Brian Harris on March 26, 2010 at 12:00 am

    I’m so sorry to hear of Catherine’s death, especially so soon after Uncle Kenny’s. May God grant you strength and peace.



  17. Jeff & Joy Clark on March 26, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Vicki and Steve – our most heartfelt prayers go out to you and the family. Praying God will give you comfort and strength and hold you in His hands. With our love.



  18. Daryl and Lynda Robert on March 26, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you.



  19. Brian Dumler on March 27, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Doug and Vicki,
    I’m so sorry to hear of Cathy’s passing. She was a special lady indeed. My thoughts are with you both.
    Brian



  20. Brian Dumler on March 27, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Doug and Vicki,
    I’m so sorry to hear of Cathy’s passing. She was a special lady indeed. My thoughts are with you both.
    Brian



  21. Tom and Marilyn Crull on March 27, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Vicki and Steve our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss of both your Mother and Dad. May you feel the healing love of Jesus Christ. love, Marilyn and Tom



  22. Tom and Marilyn Crull on March 27, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Vicki and Steve, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss of both your Mother and Dad. May you feel the loving healing touch of Jesus Christ. love, Marilyn and Tom



  23. Richard Meier on March 27, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Doug;
    May God give you and your family the grace and peace that passes all understanding. It is only through faith in Him that one can hope to find solace in such difficult times. I am praying for you and your family.



  24. Loa (Burger) Copp on March 29, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Dear Doug and Vicki – So sorry to hear about your Mom and your Dad. And you’re facing some health issues too.
    Just know that you’ll be in my thoughts and prayers.
    God bless!
    Loa



  25. Bonnie Giebler Ivy on March 29, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Doug and family:
    Greatest condolences to you at this very sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.



  26. Janice (Schmidt) Wentworth on March 31, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Doug and Family, So sorry to hear about your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you.



  27. Janice (Schmidt) Wentworth on March 31, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Doug and Family, So sorry to hear about your Mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you.



  28. Doug & Paula on April 1, 2010 at 12:00 am

    You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers throughout these difficult times, including the loss of both your mom and your dad, Doug. Take care of yourselves and please do not hesitate to call on us if we can do anything for you. Blessings and peace.



  29. Ed Neighbors on May 7, 2011 at 1:32 am

    Pam, Stuart,& Roger. I’m an old friend of the Mills family from the days at Point Mugu, now in Fontana, CA. The Mills family was a neat group, full of life and energy. So sorry for your loss.



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