Mary Elenaore Mills
February 20, 1940 ~ May 20, 2026
Born in:
Queens, New York
Resided in:
Sheffield , IL
Mary Elenaore Mills, 86, of Sheffield, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at OSF St. Luke Medical Center in Kewanee.
Mary was born on February 20, 1940, in Queens, the daughter of Joseph and Emma (Richter) Hance. She married Roger Mills on July 7, 1961, and together they shared many loving years of marriage until his passing on January 5, 2018.
Mary devoted much of her career to working as an office manager, spending the majority of her professional life with Intercraft Industries Corp.
Mary was a loving mother and a great friend to many. She was supportive of those around her and cared deeply for her family and friends.
She found great joy in crafting and researching her family ancestry, a passion that allowed her to preserve cherished family history and connections for future generations. She especially loved sharing stories, memories, and discoveries with friends and family.
Mary is survived by her son, Thomas (Jeri) Mills of Las Vegas; one granddaughter, Megan Mills; one sister, Eileen Foley of Smithtown; and a wide circle of friends whose lives she touched over the years.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and six siblings: William, Joan, Joseph, Robert, Donald, and Edward.
Cremation rites have been accorded. There will be no services at this time.
Memorials may be directed to the website: SecurityTom.com/mary.
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The monumental impact you’ve had on my family is endless. You will be forever carried in our hearts. I am incredibly thankful for the 30 years I was lucky enough to know you, learn from you, and share with you. We love you immensely and miss you so much. I wish you could tell us if Grandpa Roger is enjoying Mountain Dew where you are. Every single thing that I crochet and every puzzle will be completed with you on my mind. Thank you, for everything big and small. Here’s to the precious present and remembering to find the beauty in the little things.