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Helen Miller Obituary

MILLER, Helen I.
A longtime resident of Christian Hollow Rd. passed peacefully at Broad Acres Health and Rehabilitation Facility, Wellsboro, Monday morning, September 1, 2008 where she had been receiving care at the age of 87. Born on June 30, 1921 in Bentley Creek, PA; Helen was the daughter of Horace & Loretta Snyder Cilly. She was married to Darwin Miller in 1941 and he predeceased her in 1989. Helen was a homemaker, she enjoyed reading, and provided a comfortable home. She was a communicant of St. Mary's Franklin St. Church. Surviving is her loving family, a son, M. Darwin (Carol) Miller, West Elmira; 4 grandchildren, Barry Miller, Shawna (Rick) Comfort, Beth (Dave) Hodge and Aaron Miller; 2 great grandchildren, Adam Comfort and Tyler Sparling; a sister, Lucille Dunn, Elmira; a brother, Armin (Betty) Silley, Montour Falls; nieces, nephews and family friends who will be received at Caywood's Funeral Home & Gardens, 1126 Broadway, Southport on Thursday afternoon, September 4, 2008 between the hours of 3-5 p.m. Funeral services will follow the time of visitation at 5:15 p.m. with committal prayers in the Gardens. Burial will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at her families convenience. In addition to her parents and husband, Helen was predeceased by her brother, Eugene Silley who gave his life for his country during WWII.

Published by Star-Gazette from Sep. 2 to Sep. 3, 2008.

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Scott and Diane Pedalty

September 5, 2008

Dar. and Carol .
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your Mother .We only heard of it today. I'm sure she will be missed by all.Our prayers , and if you need anything, please let us know .

laurie Ribble

September 4, 2008

To my Favorite Aunt, Thank you for loving me in spite of me being a brat, I love you and will remember the music you brought to my life. Love for always, Your Niece, Laurie

Bev Martin

September 3, 2008

Bud & Betty~
Was sorry to read of your sister's passing. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bev (Seafuse) Martin

Theron Andrews

September 3, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

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