Leroy was born in Independence, Oregon and passed away in Keizer, Oregon on Wednesday, May 28th. Leroy was drafted into the Army in 1951 and served in the Korean War until 1953. He later worked for Portland Road Lumber. Leroy married Shirley A. Mills on Oct. 22, 1960. He enjoyed golfing, working in his yard, flowers and he loved Christmas and took great pride in decorating the Christmas tree. He was a sharp dresser and took great pride in his appearance.
Leroy is survived by his wife, Shirley; children, Jeremy, Nancy Petrin, Leeann Harmon, Colleen; sisters, Arlene Hooker, Kathy Coleman; brother, Leslie; and 8 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Marge Mills and brother Ronald Mills. Leroy was a wonderful husband, loving father and Papa and will be greatly missed by all.