James Lester Mills, 89, died Nov. 1, 2010, at Willow Brooke Court at Indian River Estates.
He was born in Alexandria, Va., and lived in Vero Beach, coming from his birthplace. He was a Navy veteran. Before retirement, he worked as a quartermaster at the Pentagon.
He was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. He also was a Mason and Shriner in Alexandria.
Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Karoline Wicker, of Vero Beach.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Red Cross Indian River County Chapter, 2506 17th Ave., Vero Beach, FL 32960.
A service and burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home and Crematory in Vero Beach.
A guestbook is available at www.lowtherfuneralhome.com.