Gloria Ann Miller

Dr. Gloria Ann (Lay) Miller, born December 29, 1947, in Joplin, Missouri, passed peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family. She was the beloved daughter of Elmer and Ina (Callahan) Lay and a shining example of grace, determination, and devotion.

A proud graduate of Neosho High School (Class of 1965), Gloria pursued higher education with passion and perseverance. She earned her Associate Degree from Crowder College, continued her studies at Missouri Southern State University, and ultimately achieved her Doctor of Pharmacy from Southwestern Oklahoma State University. Her lifelong commitment to learning and service left a lasting mark on those around her.

Gloria began her career as a Pharmacy Technician and worked with dedication at Wal-Mart, Mitchell's Pharmacy, and Quick Meds at Freeman Hospital. Her career spanned decades of care and compassion, culminating in her well-earned retirement in 2013.

On June 10, 1966, Gloria married her soulmate, Gary Gordon Miller, in Neosho, Missouri. Together, they built a loving home and were blessed with three daughters who became the joy of her life.

Gloria's faith anchored her-she was a longtime member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Neosho, where she found strength, community, and joy in worship. She was also a creative spirit who loved singing with her family, painting vivid works of art, decorating beautiful cakes, and cheering on her grandchildren at their events. Her Yorkies, Gracie and Addie, were her constant companions and a cherished part of her daily life.

She is lovingly remembered by her children Michelle (Tim) Mitchell of Neosho, Missouri; Melissa (Scott) Twente of Springfield, Missouri; and Melinda (Jason) Simmons of Carthage, Missouri; her grandchildren Tyler (Melissa) Mitchell, Taylor (Joseph) Paulino, Tanner (Lauren) Mitchell, Talon Mitchell, Taigen Mitchell, Megan (Corey) Beveridge, Katheryn Twente, Olivia Simmons, Ace Simmons, Quinn Simmons, and Ezra Simmons; and her great-grandchildren Carter Mitchell, Hadley Mitchell, and Baby Boy Beveridge due in November.

Gloria is also survived by her brothers Jim (Sheila) Lay of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Kenneth (Tracy) Lay of Riverside, California; John (Kelly) Lay of Neosho, Missouri; her sister Patricia Lay of Grove, Oklahoma; her niece Katrina (Michael) Trussler of Springfield, Missouri; and many cherished nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Ina Lay, and her sister Victoria Lay.

The family invites you to a Celebration of Life Reception honoring Gloria on Friday, August 8, 2025, from 5:00-7:00 pm, at 9875 Newman Lane, Neosho, Missouri 64850.

Memorial contributions may be made in her name to Gentiva Hospice, c/o Clark Funeral Home, PO Box 66, Neosho, Missouri 64850.

Her life was a melody of love, laughter, and legacy-one that will echo through the hearts of all who knew her.

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