Mildred R. Nocella, 84, of Hamden died Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at Fox Nursing Home in Oneonta, following a long illness.

Milly was born on May 28, 1932 in Hamden, the daughter of the late Leslie and Louise (Bennett) Robinson. She was a graduate of Downsville Central School. On May 22, 1955 she married Bernard Nocella in Downsville.

Milly was first a teller at the First National Bank of Downsville, and later she became a Library Aide at Downsville Central School. She was a member of the Eastern Star Willowwemac Chapter where she was a Past Matron, District Deputy Grand Matron in 1979, and Secretary for many years.

Milly was an avid gardener raising flowers and vegetables. She enjoyed going with Bernie on short vacations to Niagara Falls, Eastern Star Trips, and going to Watkins Glen.

Milly is survived by her loving family, her husband, Bernie, daughter, Carol (Robert) Allenbach of Humble TX; son, Michael Nocella of Hamden; grandchildren, Cherish Moore, Corra Nocella, great grandchildren, Ashlyn, Cianna, sister, Jean Bull of DeLancey, NY; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Friends and family are invited to call on Wednesday, November 30, 2016 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 at the Courtney Funeral Home, 25 Townsend Street, Walton where a Eastern Star Service will be held at 7 PM. A graveside service will be held at Paige Cemetery, with the Rev. Bert More, officiating, in the spring.

Memorial Contributions in Mildred's memory may be made to Eastern Star Home, P. O. Box 959, 8290 State Highway Route 69, Oriskany, NY 13424.