Carl Mills

Carl Eugene Mills died peacefully with his daughter by his side on March 28, 2022, in San Angelo, Texas, having gone down swinging in his battle against cancer. He was 65 years old. Carl was born July 30, 1956, in Plainfield, New Jersey, to parents, Robert Mills and Marie Mahovich Mills. He graduated from Parkland High School in El Paso, Texas, in 1975, and a few years later moved to San Angelo, Texas. Shortly afterwards he began his career at Goodyear Proving Grounds, a career which lasted nearly 45 years. Carl wore his Goodyear cap during his entire stay at the Shannon Medical Center. Carl is survived by his daughter, Jazz Lynn Mills, and his granddaughter, Ava Louise Mills Toccalino, of Austin, Texas; sister, Susan Jean Phillips (John) of La Luz, New Mexico; brother, Robert Joseph Mills (Vonnie), of Pocatello, Idaho; sister, Donna Marie Byers, Canyon, Texas; sister, Cynthia (Cinny) Louise Mills, Santa Fe, New Mexico, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents. A come-and-go celebration honoring Carl’s life will be held Sunday, May 15th, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Plateau Brewing Company, 214 South Chadbourne, San Angelo, Texas. Carl spoke often of simple kindnesses to him during his fight with cancer, which kept his spirits high. His co-workers at Goodyear called him regularly. He had the deepest respect for the nurses at the Shannon Oncology Center, who reflected consistent professionalism and compassion during his many treatments there. Carl talked about volunteering at the Center once his treatments were complete. The family is grateful to Dr. David A. Cummings, Dr. Frank Bozyan and the nurses and staff of ICU and 4-North, Shannon Hospital for their compassionate care. And a special thanks to James Skinner and Monica Valdez of the Smith,Rose,Finley law firm for their last-minute help. Memorials can be made to Free Lunch, 1124 Richardine, Austin, Texas 78721, to feed the unhoused, or to a charity of your choice.