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Dr. James E. Mills

Calvary Cemetery

(?-1937)

 Dr. James E. Mills funeral picture

Dr. James E. Mills was a prominent and popular physician who practiced in Norfolk for over 30 years. He was a founding member and leader of the Elks Grand Lodge. When he died in 1937 at the age of 63, a very large crowd attended his funeral procession. The Journal and Guide, Norfolk’s African-American newspaper, described it as “one of the most impressive ever witnessed in the city”, despite inclement weather conditions.

CROWD ATTENDS FUNERAL OF DR. J. E. MILLS
New Journal and Guide (1921-2003); Feb 13, 1937;
ProQuest Historical Newspapers Norfolk Journal and Guide (1921-2003)
pg. A11

BAND LEADS FUNERAL PROCESSION
New Journal and Guide (1921-2003); Feb 13, 1937;
ProQuest Historical Newspapers Norfolk Journal and Guide (1921-2003)
pg. A10

Funeral Of Dr. J. E. Mills One Of Most Impressive Ever Witnessed In City
New Journal and Guide (1921-2003); Feb 13, 1937;
ProQuest Historical Newspapers Norfolk Journal and Guide (1921-2003)
pg. A10

Biographical information provided by Norfolk Bureau of Cemeteries.

Visitor Information

Visitor Hours: Sunrise to Sunset

Office hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Free parking inside cemetery.

Admission Cost: Free

Address: 1600 St. Julian Ave., Norfolk, VA 23504

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