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Bonnie Miller Obituary

Bonnie Jean Kent Miller 1925 ~ 2006 Bonnie Jean Kent Miller, elect lady, beloved daughter, wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and lifelong friend, peacefully passed to immortality surrounded by her family on Thanksgiving morning, November 23, 2006. Born March 2, 1925 in Salt Lake City to Alton Jack Kent and Florence Cummings Hicken. Raised in the Salt Lake Valley and attended East High School; participated in Student Government and A'Capella Choir. Continued at the University of Utah; active in Lambda Delta Sigma, Alpha Chi Omega and member of the Spurs. Married her eternal companion, Clinton Ray Miller, in the Salt Lake Temple in 1944. She was an exemplary and devoted mother to six children, always focused on building an eternal family. Supported her husband's endeavors and assisted him in all his work. A faithful Latter-day Saint; served as Relief Society and Primary Presidents, Temple Worker and Choir Director. Her entire life brought others closer to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. Survived by her husband, Clinton Ray Miller; her six children-Kent, Raymond, Daniel, Joy, Michael, Kathleen and spouses; 18 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents, two sisters and two grandsons. Funeral Service Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 12:00 noon at Larkin Mortuary, 260 East South Temple. Friends may pay respects one hour prior to the service. Interment at Salt Lake City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to The Missionary Fund, Our Hicken Family, c/o Dale Hicken, Treasurer, 771 Fort Pierce Drive, St. George, UT 84790 (Ph. 435-652-4361).

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Published by Deseret News on Nov. 25, 2006.

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Kathleen Hale

December 2, 2006

One of the treasured memories I have of Bonnie is that she was sensitive and aware of other people's needs. She had a great desire that others would share in the joy of the gospel. As I served with her in the Relief Society Presidency, she would consistently suggest the name of sisters who needed to be included and involved. She was always helping us notice those who may be overlooked or not considered in our plans. She also quietly went about encouraging and building up the confidence of others. We have been richly blessed by knowing Clinton and Bonnie and all the family members we have met. May you always find pleasure in your memories of this unusual and outstanding woman.

Arvel Hale

December 1, 2006

When Brother and Sister Miller moved into our Ward in Manassas, VA they were so exampelary in their conduct toward each other that I wondered if they were for real. It didn't take long to realize they were genuine and they have made a lasting impression.

Sister Miller was an extraordinary Relief Society President and Choir Director.

She made a lasting impression on my daughters who Brother Miller generously hired to put labels on envelops.

May God bless you for all you have done to help us see a little clearer all the good things that are around us.

Heidi Whitehead

November 26, 2006

Joy and family, So glad we were able to be there for your sweet mother's funeral. I didn't know Bonnie well but the few times I visited with her in her home in Virginia she was so sweet to me and my children. Hope to get together with you and your girls soon. Love, Heidi and family

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