Julia Mae “Judy” Miller

July 13, 2024

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Julia Mae “Judy” Miller, 94, of Lebanon, Ind., passed away peacefully on July 13, 2024 at Homewood Health Campus in Lebanon.  She was born on August 31, 1929 in Clinton County to Carl and Helen (Cline) McKinsey and was a lifelong resident of the area.  She married the love of her life, William C. Miller on June 3, 1961 and together they built a life filled with love and laughter, he preceded her in death on June 12, 2005.

Judy was a proud Jackson Township Cardinal, graduating with the Class of 1947.  A dedicated homemaker, she devoted her life to nurturing her large and loving family.  She raised seven children and was grandmother to 13, a great-grandmother to 25, and a great-great-grandmother to 4, with more on the way.  Judy found joy in the simple pleasures of life, cherishing every moment spent with her family and friends. An avid sports fan, Judy enjoyed watching Purdue Women’s Basketball and the Chicago Cubs.  She relished the opportunities to cheer on her favorite teams and share these moments with her family.  Judy also spent several years living in Naples, Florida, fulfilling her dream of residing in the Sunshine State.  She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Lebanon, Indiana.

Memorial donations may be made in Julia’s honor to the Purdue University Center for Cancer Research, 201 S. University Street, West Lafayette, Indiana 47906.

Visitation and Services

A Funeral Service will be held at 12 Noon on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at Goodwin Funeral Home, 200 S. Main Street, Frankfort.  Friends may visit from 10 a.m. until the time of service at Noon at the funeral home.  Burial will follow in Green Lawn Cemetery, Frankfort. 

Survived by:

Surviving are her Sons: Barry (Bev) Miller of Rossville, Rick (Judy) Ryan of Speedway, and Bruce (Marcia) Ryan of Colfax; Daughters: Lori Ann Miller (Kathy Heuer) of Hamilton and Melissa Jane Miller of Hamilton; Brother: Richard McKinsey of Indianapolis; 13 Grandchildren; 25 Great-Grandchildren;  and 4 Great-Great-Grandchildren; along with her nieces and nephew.  

Preceded by:

Judy’s husband, Bill, and two of her children, Byron Lynn Miller and Tina Sue Haynes, preceded her in death, along with her parents and a granddaughter: Tonya Lynn Banker.

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16 Condolences for “Julia Mae “Judy” Miller”

  1. Jerry Harshman July 14, 2024 at 4:24 pm

    Sincere sympathies from Sheri and me. Judy had her hands full raising all those kids, but she and Bill made a great team and were loved by so many in the Rossville Community. Especially thinking warm thoughts and special prayers today for Barry and Rick along with the rest of the family. Everyone knew how much Judy loved her family.

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  2. Dan Peggy Abbott July 14, 2024 at 6:13 pm

    So sorry for your loss. She was a sweet lady.

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  3. Velvet Kidd July 14, 2024 at 6:42 pm

    So sorry to hear this. Sending prayers for the family. She was a great lady

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  4. Marilyn Yoder July 14, 2024 at 7:36 pm

    Rick and Judy and families,
    I’m sorry about your mother’s death. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope your many family memories will help you through this difficult time. May God bless you.

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  5. Jana Wilkinson July 14, 2024 at 8:38 pm

    Lori, Thinking of you and your family. Your Mother brought so much love and joy to everyone around her .

    Love ,
    Jana

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  6. Karen Hauschild July 15, 2024 at 9:58 am

    Prayers for Julia’s family with the loss of such a special person. I was privileged to have met Julia, “Judy” on her 90th birthday celebration and also have been fortunate to have visited with her a few times since that day. I so enjoyed her wit and memories she shared about her family and life. She will be missed by so many friends and her blessed family. Special memories of a lovely lady we will hold in our hearts always.

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  7. Cindy Stanley Beals July 15, 2024 at 11:12 am

    So sorry to hear of Judy’s passing. She always had the best smile and I loved, her love, for the Rossville Hornets! She was the best fan and could always get the crowd going! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!

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  8. Susie Plunkitt July 15, 2024 at 11:20 am

    So sorry to Rick and Judy. Our sympathies are with you. Susie

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  9. Holli Shannon July 15, 2024 at 12:16 pm

    Bill & Judy playing cards with my grandparents is a core memory for me. I can hear her laugh now. She was a such fun lady. Condolences and love to the family.

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  10. Paula Ann Nate July 15, 2024 at 5:39 pm

    So so sorry for your loss. Such a great lady.
    May you find peace knowing she had touched so many lives.
    Paula and Mike Nate

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  11. Terri (Young) Bortz July 15, 2024 at 10:50 pm

    My name is Terri (Young) Bortz and I’m Bob and Ginny (Virginia) Young’s daughter. I met your mother when she and Melissa moved to Naples, FL. Your mom made me laugh at the stories she shared about my parents. There wasn’t a silent moment when they were together. I’m so glad I was able to spend time with Melissa and Judy. My sincere condolences for the loss of your mom, she was a great friend to my parents. That is a GREAT picture of your mom! (I love it!)

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  12. Terri (Young) Bortz July 16, 2024 at 3:07 pm

    My sincere condolences for the loss of your mom, she was a great friend to my parents. (Bob and Ginny Young) When Judy and mom got together there wasn’t a moment of silence. I’m so glad I was able to spend time with her and Melissa.

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  13. Jason Good July 18, 2024 at 8:02 am

    Judy was an avid Hornet fan. Bill & Judy’s cheering at HS basketball games made it a better experience for me and others. She will be missed.

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  14. Wendy McGinnis July 18, 2024 at 8:23 am

    So sorry for your loss. We will always remember the awesome cheerleader she was at our home and away games at Manchester College. She cheered all of us not just Melissa. And no one had a smile like her. RIH Mrs. Miller. Thinking of Melissa and Lori and all her family. Wendy McGinnis, Jill Christer, Diane Keller and Connie Ramos.

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  15. Grazia July 18, 2024 at 9:14 am

    You are in my prayers and thoughts. My deepest condolences to you and the whole family.

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  16. Charlene (Good) Bowen August 23, 2024 at 2:05 pm

    I just now found about Julia’s death because I live in Virginia. We were neighbors throughout our childhood and all 12 years at Jackson HS. We rode our bicycles and played croquet often. I called her often while she was in nursing home. We were basketball fanatics. I’m so saddened knowing she is gone—know she’s not suffering. Her 95th birthday was near-we always joked about our age, she being 3 months older than me. Sending my sincere condolences to all of her family.

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