On April 13, 2025, Lakesha “KeeKee” Yvonne Mills was called home gracefully. Our heavy hearts are uplifted by the memories of her charming smile, contagious laugh, and unforgettable presence.
Lakesha was born on January 18, 1974, to the late Robin D. Porter and Rudolph Lewis. She was raised in Portsmouth, VA, by her parents, Willie and Robin Porter. She graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School (1992) and received certifications from TCC and ECPI. She had a long career with Canon ITS before becoming permanently disabled. She also enjoyed working part-time as a Teacher Assistant at Toras Chaim. Lakesha’s love and devotion to her two daughters, Imani Mills and Raven Mills, were incomparable. The birth of her one and only granddaughter, Azarie Toon-Mills, brought her so much joy, hope, and strength to her life.
Lakesha was also a devoted and active member of St. Mark Deliverance Center, where she faithfully served on the Youth Ministry, Food Bank Ministry, and Usher Board until her health failed her. She also enjoyed shopping, writing, socializing, and spending time with her loved ones and friends.
Lakesha embodied resilience, charisma, passion, love, laughter, and selflessness. She was kind-spirited, a warrior, God fearing, and entertaining. She was a loving mother, daughter, GiGi, aunt, sister, niece, cousin, and friend who cherished family and friendship. Her trust and love for God showed up in many aspects of her life.
Lakesha was preceded in death by her mother, Robin Porter; father, Rudolph Lewis; son, Carlton Leary, Jr.; sister, Wendy Porter; maternal grandparents, Thomas and Mary Mills; paternal grandparents, John and Virginia Lewis.
Lakesha is survived by her two daughters, Imani Mills and Raven Mills; her granddaughter, Azarie Toon-Mills; her father, Willie Porter; two sisters, Chiquita Cross (Tony Cross, Sr.) and Sheni Porter; her niece, Jordan Porter; three nephews, Tony Cross, Jr., Jaylen Boone, and Coby Cross. Also survived by special uncles and aunts, Jasper Lewis(Orlena) and Tawanda Mitchell (Jeff), special friend, Craig Spruill, and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
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Linda Riley says
April 16, 2025 at 3:42 pmI would like to express my families thoughts & sincere prayers & Heart felt Condolences to the entire family of Kesha. I will miss our conversation on Facebook especially your grand baby beautiful photos. From the Riley &Johnson & Askew Families
Linda Riley says
April 16, 2025 at 3:46 pmI would like to express my families thoughts & sincere prayers & Heart felt Condolences to the entire family of LaKesha. . From the Riley &Johnson & Askew Families
Jillian Echevarria says
April 16, 2025 at 9:03 pmI would like to express my condolences to the family . I worked with your mom . She was very special and a.wonderful person and friend . She will be missed dearly .
Herman/Sharon and Family says
April 20, 2025 at 10:44 pmTo LaKesha and Family. We send our Blessings to all of our Family. She was such an Amazing Person/Niece. Time has a way of getting away from us but we know and believe that Lakesha is in a better place reunited with all her Family and Friends that were there waiting for her. I know she received a great,warm and loving welcome. She was loved and will be missed by her Amazing family/friends. Lakesha we all will join you when our name is called from the Rollbook. Your Loved and missed so very much. Lakesha is fine, our Prayers are for those that miss her. Blessings and Grace to all. Love ❤️ Herman and Sharon Williams family(Aaron Allen,Stephanie Allen-Hodge(Lawrence),Viann,Kristin Williams, Kaela,Kendall Allen. Our Condolences to Lakesha’s Family
Africa Costa says
April 22, 2025 at 3:09 pmMy sincere condolences to the Mills, Porter, and extended family. I was honored to know Lakesha from her time at Canon. I will remember her fondly and will keep you all in prayer.
Tangela Randall says
April 23, 2025 at 6:36 amMy deepest sympathies to Lakesha’s close family and friends. I am thinking of you all now and through the days ahead. Hoping peace, comfort, and understanding gently comes into your hearts.
Maurita Lawrence Burden says
April 23, 2025 at 11:39 amMy deepest sympathies to Lakesha family and friends. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending love and blessings. From the Lawrence Family
Catherine Bracy says
April 23, 2025 at 6:11 pmLakeshea, I will miss your smile & always cherish the love you had for families especially at Christmas!
Sandra Eley says
April 23, 2025 at 7:39 pmThere are no words to express my sadness. My sincere condolences to the family of Kesha and her friends! Kesha was a special. God fearing, beautiful inside and out person. Even though I live miles away, we communicated almost every day. She will certainly be missed! Thank you Craig for introducing me to this bright star!
Sandra and Paris Eley,
Houston, Tx