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Obituary For Mrs. Pamela Cleavette Barkley Mills
Mrs. Pamela Cleavette Mills transitioned peacefully into the presence of the Lord on October 31, 2025.
She was born to the late Cleave and Ermia Barkley in
Donaldson, Georgia, on November 21, 1960. She was the third of three children born to this union.
After graduating from Marianna High School, Pamela attended the Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU), where she proudly earned
her degree in elementary education. Becoming an educator was her dream since childhood, and she pursued it with passion and purpose.
Where a never-ending love began…
Pamela met the love of her life, Cyril Augustus Mills, during church service at Mount Tabor Church (Marianna, Florida). What began as a divine connection blossomed into a beautiful partnership rooted in faith and devotion. The two were joined in holy matrimony in front of their families at Saint James AME Church (Marianna, Florida) on June 4, 1988, marking the beginning of a blessed union guided by God’s hand. Soon after welcoming their first son, Brandon (1989), they moved to Louisville, Kentucky, where Cyril answered his call to ministry and attended seminary school. Their family continued to grow as they welcomed their daughter Ciara, (1991) and
their youngest son, Christopher (1993). Together, they built a life grounded in love, faith, and service to others. In 2000, Pamela and Cyril returned home to Florida and made Tallahassee home to be closer to family where she became a deeply respected educator, devoted family woman, and faithful servant of Christ.
Faith…
As a faithful believer in Christ, Pamela was a dedicated member of Saint City Ministries in Tallahassee, Florida. She also served as the First Lady of Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church (Quincy) and Blessed Hope Missionary Baptist Church
(Quincy) for many faithful years, alongside her beloved husband. Over her 40 year teaching career, Mrs. Mills served in the Jackson County School
System in Marianna, Florida, Jefferson County Schools in Indiana, the Florida A&M University Developmental Research School, and Leon County Schools in
Tallahassee. In the classroom she was not only a teacher—she was a mentor, mother, fixer, confidant, comforter, and friend. She poured into her students, future teachers, and colleagues with grace, wisdom, and a genuine heart for people. Whenever and
wherever she was needed, she was there.
You made it……
In May 2025, she joyfully reached her lifelong goal of retirement. During her final year at Ruediger Elementary School, she experienced an outpouring of love and appreciation from her students, colleagues, and community, a beautiful reflection of the countless lives she touched throughout her career.
A loving wife, daughter, sister, mother, aunt, grandmother, and friend, Pamela lived a life centered in family and faith. Her greatest joy was her family, especially her three treasured grandchildren—Georgia, Bradlyn, and Mia—who brought endless love and joy into her life from the moment their existence was known.
She leaves to cherish her memory: her sister, Janice Pittman; three children, Brandon, Ciara, and Christopher; and three grandchildren, Georgia, Bradlyn, and Mia Anderson. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, friends, former students,
church members, colleagues, and extended family whose lives were forever touched by her love.
Job well done……
Mrs. Pamela Mills’ legacy is one of faith, family, service, and education. She will be remembered for her grace, wisdom, love, and the powerful impact she made on every life she encountered.
Her life was a blessing, her memory is a treasure, and her love will remain with us always.
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Cynthia sent The Peace Lily for Mrs. Pamela Cleavette Barkley Mills - November 07, 2025
Mrs. Mills was a great teacher, mentor, and friend. I was so sad to hear of her passing. She taught my children at Ruediger. Prayers for her children Cierra, Brandon, and Christopher, grandchildren, sister, and coworkers. Love, Sirkera, Lauryn, Jayda, Sheyla, and Samuel
Pam's legacy of love, commitment and faithfulness will continue through her children and grandchildren. She was easy to know and will not be forgotten. Psalms 147:3 - He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.
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Rest in peace my friend
Praying for the Family and friends God's Grace And Mercy upon All whom had the privilege of sharing a moment with Pam as she sojourn through this Land. She will forever be with us and her legacy will continue with each other as we continue our journey together. To God's Glory . Amen
Dear Mills Family, I am deeply saddened to hear this news. I met Pam while attending MMS. We reconnected much later, but the friendship remained the same. She was always kind, sincere, and just...real. My heart prays for her family and all those she touched as she touched me. I pray that GOD'S love will sustain each of you as you adjust to this loss.
LOVE gives us memories, FAITH gives us strength....
To the family, may you find comfort in the love and memories of such a wonderful mother, sister and grandmother and friend to many. Although, I hadn't seen her in many years I remember her as we grew up and that big smile on her face.
We worked together at Golson Elementary School in the late 80's , she was a new teacher maybe 23 yrs old. What a nice person she was indeed, she looked like a young Whitney Houston. Well done Ms Barkley
Mama Mills was a wonderful person, friend, and coworker. She helped me in various ways; her knowledge, advice, and caring/loving ways will be cherished for a lifetime. Sending love & hugs to Ciara, Chris, and Brandon. Mama Mills will definitely be missed.
I'm saddened to learn of Pam's passing so soon after her retirement and so shortly before her 65th birthday.
Although our paths haven't crossed in decades, I have fond memories from our time as classmates at JCTS and MMS throuigh our 1978 MHS graduation.
My sincere condolences to Pam's children, grandchildren, sister, family and friends.
May the fond memories you made with her forever bring you joy, peace and a knowing smile.
My sincere condolences are offered to Pam's family, children, grandchildren, her dear sister and all other family members.
I had the honor of working with Pam at RES. Pam had an infectious laugh and was kind to everyone she came in contact with. I'll never forget her sweet smile. Thinking of her kids at this time, she would light up every time she spoke of them.
May God comfort you all during this time. I will never forget Mrs Pamela. She was my neighbor and She was my ride to school every morning. She probably was tired of me at her house all the time. I Loved Her Dearly. I use to love to hear her talk. It was something different about her voice. Blessing to The children. Love, Shaleigh 💜💜💜
I was so very shocked and saddened to hear of Pam's passing. She was a childhood friend and a good person. I will continue to pray for her family. Rest In Peace Pam.
Dear Mills Family: I was heartbroken to hear of Pam's passing. Pam was a special part of my childhood. She was my first friend and my best friend. She was like a sister. From our days growing up, I will aways remember, as little girls, how we would transport our Barbie dolls and Barbie houses to each other's home for play. How, as preteens, we rode our bicycles all other the place together, just because we could. (and becauase we had nothing else to do). Even as teenagers, we had the same type of car, albeit, different colors. We were truly like two peas in a pod. Pam was a wonderful person and although our lives, as adults, took us in different directions, I am so blessed and grateful to have known Pam and more wonderfully and grateful that she wanted to be my friend. So I can only can only imagine how difficult this time is for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you struggle with your loss. With all my love and sympathy, Jennifer Baker Gore
My sincere condolences to the family. May she sleep in peace. 🙏🏽
I can only imagine how difficult this time is for your and the entire family. May God provide you with peace and comfort. 🙏🏾🕊🙏🏾
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