Mildred “Millie” I. Beers, 93, of Plymouth, passed away early Thursday morning, December 26, 2024, at Willowdale Health Facility in New Holstein, where she was a resident for 2 ½ years. She was born on February 5, 1931, in Mottville, Michigan, to Harry and Vildeen (Blough) Kindig.
She was united in marriage to Ray R. Beers on June 26, 1948, at Poe’s Church in Jones, MI. She raised her family in Chicago, IL and later retired to Delavan, WI. They spent winters on South Padre Island, TX and loved walking the beaches. Ray preceded her in death on June 16, 2008
She loved working in her flower gardens, many crafts and reading.
Millie is survived by her daughter, Penny (Bob) Buhler, son, Don (Debbie) Beers, and sister, Dessie Parker; grandchildren: Brian Schuknecht, Bridget (Scott) Kniola, Amanda (Dan) Wojtanowski & Stephanie Beers; great grandchildren: Olivia Kniola and Jacob & Elliot Wojtanowski; many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers: David, Jim, Wayne, Harry Jr, and great grandson, Joseph Kniola.
Private family services will be held at a later date.
Her family wishes to thank the staff at Willowdale for the wonderful care she was given and also the Hospice staff at Calumet County Hospice.
Wenig Funeral Home in Sheboygan Falls (920-467-3431) is assisting the family.
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