James Edwards Mills's obituary , Passed away on June 16, 2025 in Whittier, North Carolina

James Edwards Mills

October 13, 1940 - June 16, 2025 (84 years old)

Whittier, North Carolina

James Edwards Mills's obituary , Passed away on June 16, 2025 in Whittier, North Carolina

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Martin Oak Ridge Funeral Home

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James Edwards Mills

October 13, 1940 - June 16, 2025 (84 years old)

Whittier, North Carolina

James Edwards Mills Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Edwards Mills of Whittier, North Carolina, who passed away on June 16, 2025 at the age of 84. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though James Edwards may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those James Edwards touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Junior Mills and Vivian Edwards Mills of Greenville, NC.. He is survived by: his wife Barbara; his children, Chris (Jennifer) and Marissa (Bronson); and his grandchildren, Jordan (Cam) and Emery.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 13th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Bryson City First Baptist Church (37 Church Ave, Bryson City, NC 28713). A funeral service will be held on Sunday, July 13th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.

Memorial donations may be made to the following or to the charity of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Martin Oak Ridge Funeral Home



Sun

July 13

Visitation

1:00 PM

Bryson City First Baptist Church
37 Church Ave, Bryson City, NC 28713

Sun

July 13

Funeral service

2:00 PM

Bryson City First Baptist Church
37 Church Ave, Bryson City, NC 28713

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