Obituaries
Phyllis Marie Miller, 87
June 25, 2024
Phyllis Marie Miller, 87, of Landis Homes, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2024. Born in Bethlehem, PA, she was the daughter of late Leon and Grace (Steers) Myers. She was married 66 years to her beloved husband, Ralph (Rip) W. Miller, Jr.
Phyllis received her bachelor’s from Millersville State Teachers College, but her true passion was being a homemaker and caring for her children and grandchildren. Throughout her life, Phyllis enjoyed water sports, skiing, hiking, traveling, and spending time in the out of doors. She was an excellent cook and seamstress, and also loved reading and caring for her dogs. Phyllis enjoyed volunteering for Meals on Wheels and Crisis Intervention. She lived her life with a servant’s heart and had a strong faith and love for God. She was kind, loving, generous, self-sacrificing and had a positive outlook on life.
In addition to her husband Ralph, Phyllis is survived by 4 children; Dale Miller (Marie), Linda Hunt (John), Scott Miller (Karen), and Karen Kurtz (Rob); 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by 3 siblings: Lee Myers, Douglas Myers and Patricia Jani.
Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions in Phyllis’s name to Caring Hospice, 101 Good Dr, Unit 1, Lancaster, PA 17603.
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October 09, 2024
Phyllis, the oldest child in her family, was quiet and accomplished. I was pleased to have her as my maid of honor in 1953. Twenty five years later it was fun to travel to Hawley and share rememberances of that day.
I’ll miss her sweet smile. Isabelle, her cousin.
July 08, 2024
Fond memories of Phyllis in high school and college. Deepest condolences to Rip and family.
Janice Falusy Weitzel
July 08, 2024
From my childhood, I have many fond memories of Mrs. Miller – camping and parties at your home in Millersville. Prayers to your family. Carol Susan Love
July 03, 2024
Thinking & praying for you and your family.
Norm & Marilyn Welch