Otto Mills, passed away at the age of 94 on June 22, 2024, after a long stay at Mountain Manor Nursing Home in Paintsville, Kentucky. Born April 21, 1930, he was the son of the late Garfield Mills and Cora Spence Mills. He was also preceded in death by his siblings, Margaret, Sadie, Edward (Pete) and Richard and nephews Bob and Jim. He is survived by several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and many cousins.
Otto attended Pikeville College and then continued his education at Kent State.
He served his country for two years and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy.
He worked in retail and Apartment Management in Akron, Ohio for several years. He then moved back to Tomahawk in 1975 to care for his father, where he continued to live in the family home.
Otto was a well-read man who enjoyed going to libraries, doing research, linguistics and writing. He was a gifted storyteller, especially about family history. He truly loved being around his family.
Services will be held under the direction of Crum Funeral Home. Visitation is Monday, June 24 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Funeral service will be on Tuesday at 11:00 AM with Jack Ward officiating.
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