Lizzie M. Miller

Lizzie “Liz” Miller, age 82 of Nappanee, IN, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, December 26, 2025 at her residence.  Lizzie was born on June 8, 1943 in Wolcottville, IN to Melvin and Fannie (Miller) Gingerich. On November 7th, 1968, Liz married Harley M. Miller in Wolcottville.  He preceded her in death on May 31, 2021.  Liz grew up in the Wolcottville area and then after marriage moved to the Nappanee area where she lived the rest of her life.  Liz was a member of the First Brethren Church in Nappanee.  In her younger years she enjoyed being outdoors and tending to flowers and her garden.  She enjoyed sewing throughout her life and she also enjoyed baking for family and friends.  Above all else, Liz loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother; she especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Liz is survived by her 3 children: Paul (Rhoda) Miller of Bremen, IN, Steve (Jody) Miller of Nappanee, and Marilyn (Nathan) Yoder of Milford, IN; 8 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; 2 brothers: Ezra (Mary) Gingerich of Millersburg, IN and Jonas (Deb) Gingerich of Kendallville, IN; a sister, Edna Schrock of Millersburg; and a sister-in-law, Anna Fry.   Liz was preceded in death by her parents; husband; a brother, Albert Gingerich; and a sister, Ida Hilty. Visitation will be held from 1-3 pm and 5-7 pm on Monday, December 29, 2025 and from 10 -11 am on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 all at the Nappanee First Brethren Church (1600 N. Main St. Nappanee, IN 46550).  A funeral service will begin at 11 am on Tuesday at the church and burial will follow in Weldy Cemetery.  Pastor Tom Anders of the First Brethren Church will officiate and Home Ministries of the Old Order Amish Church will assist with graveside services.