Mr. Willis Lee Mills, 51, son of Willis Foster Mills and Geneva Dobbs Mills, was born in Mecklenburg County, N.C., on March 3, 1969. He departed this life on Sunday, December 6, 2020.

He was a graduate of Mooresville High School and was previously employed by Brandon Cleaners. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers Fan, and he also loved reading. He was a great dancer and had a wonderful sense of humor.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, uncles, aunts and cousins.

In addition to his parents, Willis and Geneva Mills, he leaves to cherish the memory of his life four daughters, Italia Mills of Concord, Xaviera Mills of Hickory, Ashanti Torrence of Charlotte and Ziyana Mills of Statesville; a brother, Aaron (Stacy) Mills of Mooresville; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Rutledge and Bigham Funeral Home is serving the family.