Elma M. Mills

May 20, 1923 - April 17, 2022

Mrs. Elma M. Mills, age 98, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 17, 2022 in Muskegon. She was born on May 20, 1923 to Herman and Elizabeth (Johnson) Sandberg in Moorland Twp. Elma grew up in the Ravenna area, working on her family’s farm with her seven siblings. She graduated from Ravenna High School and began working at Standard Automotive Parts as a secretary. On December 31, 1967, Elma married Richard Mills and he preceded her in death on August 9, 2001. Elma enjoyed spending her time golfing, bowling, and going to the casinos. She was a gifted piano player and liked to listen to classical music, opera, and Broadway showtunes. Elma is survived by her nephews, Larry Lieffers and Gene Lieffers; and two grandnephews, Steven Lieffers (Marti) and Jeff (Shawn) Lieffers. She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Norman, Willard, Bertha, Ruban, Irene, Walter, and Arthur; and nephew, George “Nick” Lieffers. A Public Burial at Sunrise Memorial Gardens will be announced at a later date. Arrangements by The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 S. Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI, 49444.