Mother Elizabeth Miller

Obituary For Mother Elizabeth Miller

Mother Elizabeth “Betty” Miller, age 101, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2025, in Tempe AZ, surrounded by her loving family. She graced the world with her presence on October 2, 1923, in Eastman, GA, to the union of Amos Barden and Mamie Brown, who cherished her deeply.

After meeting William D. Miller by chance at a house party, they began dating. He proposed to his soulmate six months later. William attributed their successful marriage to open communications and active listening to your partner. The Millers were united in Holy Matrimony on July 2, 1943. in Maryland, and together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and family. Their marriage undue for eighty years until parted at death.

Having pursued her passions with fervor, Elizabeth cultivated a life dedicated to service in both her professional and personal endeavors. She was a talented hair stylist, sharing her skills as a self-employed owner while also serving as a librarian for the Youngstown Public Schools. Mother Betty had the skillfulness to nurture beauty and knowledge in the lives she touched. Her commitment to education and self-care extended beyond her work as she became an esteemed member of the community.

Mother Elizabeth believed It was her obligation to be blessing to others. Elizabeth served on the Mission Board at Jerusalem Baptist Church, assisted her husband in food distribution at the church and supported the area Rescue Mission. Faith was tantamount to her life serving as needed at Jerusalem where she was also honored to act as the historian for the church and bestowed the honor and title of Church Mother.

Mother Elizabeth leaves behind a kaleidoscope of cherished memories, slotted in moments spent bowling with the Rockettes bowling league, engaging in exercise classes at the McGuffey Center, and delighting in her love for music and word search puzzles.

The legacy of Mother Betty has been entrusted to her daughters Debra Lennon of Detroit MI, Donna (Clifton) Pickard of Phoenix, AZ and daughter-in- love I. Lynette Miller of Youngstown. Her enduring legacy is emboldened by her five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

As Mother Betty’s faith became sight, she was reunited among the ancestors which includes her parents, spouse Willaim, son Atty. William “Ron” Miller and son-in-love Ronald Lennon upon her entrance into eternity. As we gather to honor Elizabeth’s extraordinary life, let us remember her with reverence, reflecting upon her warm spirit that touched so many lives.

The community is invited to the public viewing and family visitation on Friday, March 21, 2025, in the chapel of the J.E. Washington Funeral Home, 2234 Glenwood Ave, from 3-5pm. The services to honor her life will continue on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at Jerusalem Baptist Church, 2003 Wilson Ave, with calling hours at 9:00am and the Celebration of Life services will begin at 10:00am with Pastor Derrick H. Anderson serving as the officiant.

After the committal ceremony, Betty will be laid alongside Bill, the love of her life, at Tod Homestead Cemetery where together they represent an enduring and everlasting love. May their legacy of love and service continue to inspire us all.

As we remember Mother Elizabeth Miller, let us cherish the moments we shared with her and the lessons she imparted through her unwavering love and devotion. She leaves behind a remarkable legacy that will continue to inspire generations to come.

At this most intimate time, the beloved family of Mother Elizabeth “Betty” Miller elected to entrust the Ministry of Comfort & Care and After-Care Arrangements to the J. E. Washington Funeral Services, 2234 Glenwood Ave., Youngstown OH 330.782.8500