Jim (James) C. Mills

James Christopher Mills, 55, passed away Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at his home in Osceola.

Jim was born October 22, 1962, in Des Moines, Iowa to Jerald and Janice (Berry) Mills. He was raised in Runnells and graduated from South East Polk High School. He loved his job as a host and enjoyed working for Prairie Meadows, and most recently Lakeside Casino for the past four years. He was a talented cook and baker. Jim was an avid runner, known for running without shoes. He treasured time spent with his family and his friends.

He is survived by his sons, Stone Mills and Ladd Askland; daughter, Abbey (Eric) Kennedy; grandchildren, Ivy, Lark and Asa; siblings, Diane (Doug) Carroll, Linda McGrew (Kirk Baker), and Karen (Loren) Moon; six nephews; many great-nieces and nephews; and a host of other extended family and friends. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Jerald and Janice Mills; great-nephew, Mason.

Services will be held at Berean Assembly of God, 5299 East University, Pleasant Hill. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, June 21, 2018. Funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 22 followed by burial at Lowman Cemetery in Runnells.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Financial Plus Credit Union - Jim Mills Memorial Fund, Account #2225516, Routing#27307426, or GoFundMe - https://www.gofundme.com/jim-mills-memorial-fund.

Suicide is not an easy subject to address. Jim’s family and friends want you to know there is help. Please reach out to your loved ones or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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