Harold Raynell Mills

Harold R. Mills, 80, of Patton, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 13, 2026, at

his home and is now running in Heaven.

Family and friends are invited to Harold’s Life Celebration Service at 2:00 PM on

Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Cape County Cowboy Church. A graveside service will

take place at 2:00 PM on Sunday, March 15, at the Mills Family Resting Place in

Patton, Missouri, with immediate family only.

Harold is survived by his wife, LaDonna Mills; his two sons, Harold Ray Mills and Jerry

Lynn Mills; his twin brother, Darold Mills, his sister-in-law Lee Ann Mills, his younger

brother Bill, and his sisters Marsha, Sandy, and Mary Lou. He is preceded in death by

his sister, Margaret. Harold is further survived by many nieces, nephews, grandchildren,

and great grandchildren who loved him dearly.

Harold was born on April 14, 1945. He was raised in Patton, Missouri, by his mother,

grandparents, and aunts. Harold proudly served in the United States Army, where he

served for two years in Italy. On February 6,1960, Harold married the love of his life,

LaDonna Mills.

Harold loved music and ministry. He sang alongside his wife, LaDonna, his brother

Darold, his sister-in-law Lee Ann, and many others, sharing gospel music with those

around them. Harold and LaDonna also traveled with Lisa Hufford for many years. He

loved supporting his nephews, Scott, Tim, and Todd, “The Southern Brothers,” and

helped book many events for them to perform at. Singing was one of Harold’s

ministries, and in his early years he also preached revivals. Harold and LaDonna were

charter members of Calvary Temple in Fredericktown, MO. Later they became members

of Cape County Cowboy Church and ministered there. Harold had a strong faith and

loved the Lord and his church, which were very important parts of his life.

Harold had a deep love for the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping. For

many years he trained squirrel dogs using a four-wheeler, enjoyed fox hunting, and

loved going coyote hunting with his brother, Darold. Harold also enjoyed fishing with his

many friends and often participated in fishing competitions, where he even won bass

boats. Camping with family and friends was another pastime he treasured.

While LaDonna was teaching, Harold started the Meadow Heights Elementary

basketball program. He enjoyed coaching basketball and cheering on his family and

friends while watching them play. Harold also loved the cowboy lifestyle. For 30 years,

Harold and LaDonna traveled to Cheyenne Frontier Days. He especially enjoyed

supporting his nephews and friends as they roped and competed in rodeos. Harold andLaDonna also had two walking horses that were very special to them, and LaDonna

especially loved trail riding with them.

Harold will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. His legacy of faith, music,

family, and the cowboy way of life will live on in the hearts of those he touched. He will

forever be remembered and deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who were

blessed to know him.