In the event of inclimate weather, David’s service and visitation will be held at New Hope Community Church in Cambridge at 2pm.
David Matthew Mills, later David Matthew Thomas-Mills, was born on September 24th, 1981 in Long Beach, California to Lorna Clark and Dave Mills. As Lorna’s first born he took the reins and was a natural leader and remained a leader in much that he did. He was a fierce protector and loved his large family and friends shamelessly, no matter who or what. David really loved with all his heart.
David loved so big that somewhere along the way he forgot to keep loving himself. Unfortunately, David lost his battle with depression on July 4th, 2023. To say his loss is a devastating shock is an understatement that we’ll never be able to fully comprehend. We will never know if he actually knew the amount of people that he impacted while we were blessed with him here.
Now you did not even need to know David for more than a day, even a few hours to recognize that he was truly someone special on this Earth. You were just drawn to his charisma. For the ones who never got to meet or interact with him you really missed out on meeting the most unique individual. His laughter, sense of humor, and light spirit were unmatched. If you knew David, nobody could outshine him. He just had a way to him.
In his time working with children at Lit’l Sprouts and Cambridge-Isanti school district he made a large impact on their lives as well. He was so talented with kids and well versed in entertaining. If there was a stall out moment, he could come up with anything. Randomly he’d start speaking in a different silly nonexistent language that only the kids could understand. If you’ve ever heard it or had been there for it you’d know exactly what we’re talking about.
Sometimes just to grab their attention he’d sing their names. He was a phenomenal singer! His love for music started as a young boy when he would sing along with songs on the radio by Reba McEntire, Keith Whitley, Diamond Rio and many more. Music was his specialty, and he had a playlist for everything. He really enjoyed hosting and singing karaoke.
David was creative, intelligent, compassionate, funny, intriguing and many more descriptive words, but these stand out. Loving was the most. He was genuinely a person that carried a presence you just wanted to get to know more of. He lived a life of adventure and loved putting together a good party theme with the love of his life Jasper. Their hosting was always welcoming and fantastic. There literally was never a dull moment with David around. David has done and been a part of so many things in his life it truly would be hard to list them all without missing something.
David is survived by his husband Jasper and their dog Winston; grandparents, Bill and Sandra; mother, Lorna; father, Dave (Candy); in-laws, Bob and Jane; siblings, John (Nickole), Brandy (Richard), Dina (Marko), Danny (Greta) and Dyllon; Nic O’Neill and Amanda (Andrew); nieces and nephews, Sabrina (Charlie), Noah, Zach, Ryder, Brody, William, Ezra, and Isaac; honorary Goddaughter, FrankieLynn; and also survived by a plethora of family and friends who adored him.
I didn’t know him personally, I had him as a customer a few times at Walgreens. He was a bright personality, finding out he’s part of the LGBT community breaks my heart being a fellow member of the community. I also struggle with depression too… He will be missed but always admired and loved!
My interaction with David was through Danny (David’s brother). My son Matt and Danny had a duo high school graduation party in July of 2010 at the Ferris homestead in Isanti. I arranged to have Karaoke for the party and on this day at that venue I met David. He gave me the biggest hug and thanked me for everything I had ever done for his little brother. David knew that my son Matthew and Danny had been inseparable since the third grade. David told me that my boys were dear to him, like brothers. He said “I love you guys, your my family now too”. Of course he sang Karaoke for us that day. His beautiful voice and kind, loving spirit will forever echo through my soul. David was a dear man and a blessing to this world. My heart hurts for all of his family. My prayers are with you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. I live in Ramsey now. That is not too far, and in David’s words “we are family”. I can be where you need me to be, an ear to listen, a shoulder to lean on, day or night. You know how to find me. Love -DeAnne
What is there to say that isn’t already known? David was SPECTACULAR in every sense of the word. Every interesting with him I knew was going to be a good time. Not afraid to show up with Jasper to any costumed event and go all out. He was Brave, not just for blatantly living the LGBTQ+ lifestyle in the middle of Cambridge…but for being fearfully and wonderfully his true self. David has become one with The Music…and The Music never dies.
I met David when I worked at Adventures Center for Cambridge. The moment I met him, we became friends in an instant. I remember when he passed me in the hallway, he waved at me with the biggest smile on his face. Truly made me feel welcomed and accepted! It didn’t matter what event we were at, if it was the Isanti street dance, Singing karaoke at sidelines or his beautiful wedding, he showed his beautiful soul to me and to everyone that was in the same room as him. I remember the first time I went over to his and Jasper’s house, David and Jasper made me feel so comfortable and accepted! We laughed, chill, and hung out and just had a good time. I remember on their wedding day, when they both confessed their love for each other, I remember saying to myself that I want a chemistry and partner ship with somebody like they have. David is missed terribly, but he lives in our hearts and the memories we share about him. He was one of the greatest people I have ever met or encounter. He truly meant the world to everyone that knew him. I’m fortunate to have known him and even be his friend.
I knew David as a child, It makes me sad that I never got to meet grown up David, I watch his videos and I can watch all day! He makes me happy and makes me laugh. I can’t believe he is gone. Jasper , Lorna and the entire crew of family and friends,
I send my most sincere condolences 💐 Love Jolene
Little David was my first babysitting, live in nanny job while big David and Lorna worked, and went to school. I was a young teenager, little David was a perfect baby he never scared me or worried me, Lorna taught me how to feed him and bathe him. Lorna was part of my family we met her very young her mom and my mom loved each other as sisters. We all became family, David will always be little David to me forever the beautiful blonde perfect baby. I am honored to have been one of the first of many people that you made happy to have known. Little David give little Robert a big hug love you both forever. Love your babysitter Shannon
My heart is so broken. The world as i know it became a better place with David in it. Kindness.. love.. and the silly goofy way he added to the room will be missed by me now and forever.RIP David.RIP
I never met David or Jasper but work with Jasper remotely. Reading everything about David makes me feel as if we have met and that our world has lost a true loving soul. My condolences go out to Jasper and all of David’s family and I pray this sad loss opens people’s eyes to the pain of depression.
Ruth Edwards
My condolences to the Mills family. I didn’t know David but being a mills I know he was a good person. My prayers go out to the family and Dave and Lorna I’m so very sorry. Sending my love and hugs to you all.
To know David was to love him.
If you ever were blessed with meeting him, you could understand how the prospect of living life without him is comparable to living without the sun, just a little worse.
His charisma was so solid he could sell water to a drowning man. He would so funny he could make anyone laugh-even on their worst day. He sang like an angel and loved everyone.
This world is much lonelier without him. He is missed every second of every day by so many.
I’m eagerly waiting for the day I get to see you again, brotherbear. I love you so much.
We did not know David, but we do know Lorna and understand what it’s like to lose a child. We are here for you whenever you need us. Sending lots of love and prayers for the entire family.
I went to school with David, from elementary through high school. Reading his obituary was painful.
He was truly a delightful soul. No one could rain in his parade. Definitely will be missed, I wish I would’ve kept in better contact with him. My condolences to his family & loved one.
David was the meaning of sunshine and joy. He could make anyone smile any time, he was pure and genuine. David showed love to anyone and everyone, being David’s little cousin was a blessing. I’ll never forget my 18th birthday party/ baby shower, David made it amazing and so much fun , from the adult gifts to baby gifts. David I know we’d hadn’t been close in a while but that never changed my love and admiration for you, I will hold our memories close to my heart until I can see you again. I love you cousin. My heart knows your singing to grandma. David was one of a kind, true, kind, loving, caring, compassionate, and undeniable himself and that was the best thing about David. You’re so missed and loved, I’ll play your videos until I can hear you again! We love you so much.
DAVID WAS MY COUSIN WE SPENT A LOT OF TIME TOGETHER WHEN HE WAS VERY YOUNG ID BABYSIT HIM AND HIS SISTER WHEN I LIVED WITH MY AUNT LORNA AND DAVID ,LIL DAVID WAS A BEAUTIFUL LIL BOY AND ALWAYS SMILING I DIDNT GET TO MEET THE ADULT DAVIDF BUT COULD IMAGINE HIM BEING ANYTHING BUT DULL ILL HOLD THE MEMORIES CLOSE TO MY HEART TILL WE MEET AGAIN LOVE YOUR CUZZIN TANYA KEITH
I just learned of David’s passing and I am so sad. I worked many times at Adventure Center with him and so admired his wonderful way with the kids and kindness and sense of humor with all of us. This is a huge loss. God bless him and his beloved family that he spoke of so often.