Wilma Cora Miller

Wilma Cora Miller

Wilma Miller Obituary

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Wilma Cora Miller (née Werner), aged 92, passed away on November 7, 2024, in Morley, Michigan. Born on June 29, 1932, in Hubbardston, Michigan, Wilma spent most of her life as a dedicated furniture worker, a beloved mother, and an enthusiastic lover of the outdoors.

Wilma was one of eight children and carried the joy and resilience of a large, vibrant family throughout her life. She was the loving mother to two daughters, Linda Irwin (married to Charles) and Cathy Moore (married to Eric). Her family was the cornerstone of her life, extending her warmth and care to her grandchildren-Tammy Sturm (Mike), Terri Irwin, Amanda Williams (Brenda), and Darwin Williams (Khala)-and great-grandchildren, Michael K. Sturm and Brenden Sturm.

Her husband, Darwin F. Miller, who passed away on February 16, 2008, shared many cherished moments with Wilma, including leisurely rides on their pontoon and fishing trips, activities that brought them closer to nature and each other. Wilma's affections weren't limited to her immediate family; she also adored her kitties and took great joy in bird-watching, a hobby that allowed her to appreciate the simple beauties of life.

Wilma had a profound love for entertainment, enjoying films like "E.T." and "Porkies," and she was an avid fan of adventurer Josh Gates' television shows. Her occasional trips to the casino were marked by the thrill of the game and the pleasure of the experience rather than the outcome.

Wilma's life will be celebrated and her remains will be laid to rest in the spring of 2025 at Mattherton Cemetery in Hubbardston, Michigan. Her legacy of love, resilience, and joy will be cherished and remembered by all who knew her.

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Amanda Williams

November 12, 2024

I have alot memories with my grandma. Alot with my grandma and the property. How we use to sit out on the screened porch at all hours and drink tea and talk. When I was young I would always crawl into bed with grandma and sleep. When she wake up we would eat eggs and toast or waffles. Then at night we would always watch wheel of fortune and jeopardy. We had the best holiday's were family's came together. My grandma even was my bridesmaid in my wedding. She was always there for me. Always. Grandma called me her sweetie. That I always will be. I lost my best friend but gained a angel. I love you Grandma.

Amanda Williams

November 12, 2024

I have many great memories with Grandma. Alot from the property, sitting out on screened porch, watching wheel of fortune and jeopardy. The holidays were amazing, family was family. Us kids always went treat or treating to Grandpa and Grandma's and one year Grandma was a witch lol. I'll never forget. I had a unbreakable bond Grandma. She called me her sweetie. She even was my bridesmaid in wedding. A day I'll never forget. I shared a dance with my grandma. My wife and I took my mother and Grandma vacation, all great memories. Grandma I miss you terribly but it's okay because you're right here with me.

Terri Irwin

November 11, 2024

this little one loved her grandma so much she doesn't understand why she can't go see her now, but grandma loved her so much when we got her because they shared the same birthday. we all miss you lots

David Ackley

November 10, 2024

So sorry to hear of her passing. Uncle Dar and aunt Wilma and my parents spent a lot of time together back when I was little. Will always cherish those memories.

Khala Williams

November 10, 2024

When I first met Wilma (Grandma) back in 2011, I used to go over to her apartment regularly. One day she asked if I could sit down and help her put all of her old photos in albums. I agreed, and it was so fun listening to her tell me about them. It was a real treat to see all the moments captured, weather they were good or sad times.

I think about those moments a lot, and how special Darwin & Wilma were together. Even if I only really knew them together through those old photos of them. I will miss Grandma, and how she made me laugh the last time I was able to see her.

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