Burton R. "Chainsaw" Mills, 71, of Lodi, Wi., entered peacefully into Heaven on Wednesday September 29, 2021 holding his daughters hands. He bravely fought Dementia and Parkinson's Disease. He was born on February 24, 1950 in Fond du Lac, WI., to Burton and Betty Mills. He was a 1968 graduate of Beloit Memorial H.S.. Burton served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War and was a proud patriot. In 1979, he started his 21 year career as a Sales Rep/Area Manager for Ameritech. At the age of 50, he retired.

On May 10, 2002, he was united in marriage to Rita Clark. Together they enjoyed traveling, fishing, hunting, boating and snowmobiling. Burton also enjoyed cooking, being one with nature, western novels, animals, movies, dessert, the beach, and frequent trips to the grocery store! He always had a few jokes up his sleeve and loved nothing more than to see others laugh. He loved his family and friends and always made sure they were well fed and hydrated. He was an animal whisperer with a huge heart and a remarkable smile. His humor and charming personality will be forever missed.

Survived by his wife Rita (Clark) Mills, Sisters Bonnie Hughes (Gary) Beloit, Wi, and Barbara Poseley Roscoe, IL Daughters Jennifer Parsons (Jim) Lake Villa, IL Tanya Edmundson (Billy) South Beloit, IL Step Daughter Jodi Konkol (Kris) Deforest, WI. He adored his 7 grandchildren, niece and nephews.

Preceded in death by: His parents Burt and Betty Mills. Our family would like to send our sincere thanks to all of the staff at Greenway Manor, Agrace Hospice and to Lindsay, Hailey, and Stephanie, his At-Home caregivers. The love, care and compassion they shared with Burton will be remembered and treasured forever.

A visitation will be held on Friday October 8th at St. John's Lutheran Church at 100 Oak Street, Prairie Du Sac, Wisconsin from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM

A private family burial with military honors will be at the Garden Bluff Cemetery immediately following the service.

In Lieu of flowers memorials may be given to:

Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation

2361 Hylan Blvd

Staten Island, NY 10306

718.987.1931

https://tunnel2towers.org/