Mary Helen Mills

Minot

Mary Helen Mills, 75, Minot, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024.

Mary Helen Weninger was born September 9, 1949, the oldest of 6 children to John and Grace (Peterson) Weninger in Minot, ND. Mary was raised and educated in Minot graduating from Minot High School in 1967. After high school Mary furthered her education by attending St. Francis School of Nursing.

Mary was united in marriage to Terry Mills on November 14, 1970 at St. John the Apostle Catholic Church, Minot. The couple made their home in Minot, where they raised their daughter, Desiree. Mary ran the household and did in-home daycare while Terry was in the Air Force at the Minot Air Force Base. Mary and Terry moved to Washington, returning 20 years later to retire in Minot.

Family and friends lovingly referred to her as “shortie” or “short stuff”.She was a Girl Scout Leader for many years. She enjoyed painting, coloring, ceramics, drawing, music, and reading some of her favorites were mysteries and westerns.

Her loving family includes: husband of 54 years, Terry, Minot; daughter, Desiree Ann Green, Minot; granddaughter, Willow Green, Minot; brother, John (Gwen) Weninger, Milwaukee, WI; sisters, Donna (Roger) Erickson, Cottage Grove, MN, Patty (Dave) Getzlaff, Minot, Kathleen (Don) Jensen, Minot; along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins

She was preceded in death by her parents, father and mother-in-law, sister Sharon Anderson, son-in-law Matthew Green and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

A private family gathering has taken place.

Memorials: are preferred to the donor’s preferred charity.

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Published by The Minot Daily News, November 15, 2024.