David Millns, age 72, of New Bern, NC, passed away on September 25, 2023, with his loved ones at his side. Born in Berea, Ohio in March 1951, David and his family moved to North Carolina shortly after where he spent his childhood and later returned upon retirement. David graduated from high school at Christchurch School in Virginia in 1970 and went on to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree at North Carolina State University where he graduated in 1975.

After graduation, David found great success in the building supply industry in Raleigh, NC, as the area experienced incredible growth over his 30-year career. He retired to his hometown of New Bern and spent another 10 years working in the hospitality industry. David was always ready to lend a helping hand and a smile to his customersand colleagues throughout his career.

David's favorite pastime was being an armchair sports analyst for collegiate basketball and football. He had with an amazing memory of sports statistics and player information. Fall and winter found him cheering on his beloved Wolfpack and smack talking his nieces and nephews about their alma maters.

David enjoyed listening to live beach music and spending time with his wide circle of friends at Attitudes in River Bend and in downtown New Bern. He will be remembered fondly as a kind-hearted, gentle soul who enjoyed life and loved his family and friends dearly.

David is survived by his son, Reid Millns; his sister, Kathy Millns Evans; his brother, Robert Millns; nieces Sarah Smith and Jennifer Warner; and nephews, Dale Millns III, Chris Millns, and Alex Ferguson.

A funeral service will be held 11:00 AM October 7, 2023, at Christ Episcopal Church, New Bern, with interment immediately following in the outdoor chapel.

Memorial donations may be made to the Jane K.Millns Music Trust, Christ Episcopal Church, P. O. Box 1246, New Bern, NC 28563.