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Obituary For Ms. Sterlie Miller
Graveside services for Ms. Sterlie Miller, 81, of Durham, NC, will be held 2:30pm, Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Belleville Memorial Garden, 2900 Belleville Road, Orangeburg.
Ms. Sterlie Beatrice Miller (81) was born on August 24,1944 to the late Mervin and Mildred Faulkner Miller in Fort Mill, SC. Heaven gained an angel on November 20, 2025 when she transitioned peacefully at home with her daughter/caregiver (Marci).
Ms. Sterlie, affectionately known by family and friends as “Bea”, was the second of seven children. She is predeceased by her oldest sibling, Myra Miller and younger sibling Linda Bowers.
At an early age Bea accepted Christ as her personal savior and joined the Bethlehem Baptist Church in Fort Mill, SC where upon her relocation home she was an active and faithful member. She attended George Fish Elementary and High School in Fort Mill where she was active on the gospel choir, basketball team and was selected as Ms. George Fish her senior year. After graduation with honors, she received her undergraduate degree in Elementary Education at South Carolina State University in Orangeburg SC, and her master’s degree from Brooklyn College, Brooklyn, NY. Bea was an elementary school teacher in North Carolina, South Carolina and while in Brooklyn she also became a public-school principal. During her teaching career in Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools (CMS), Bea was awarded CMS teacher of the year which exemplifies her excellence and commitment to early childhood education. After retiring from CMS, she spent most of her time gardening, traveling, and caring for her beloved grandchildren.
Bea's memory will always be cherished by her siblings: David Miller, Sandra Booker (Reggie), Beverly Damon (Billy), Deborah Collins (Harry); children: Gregory Miller, Bridgette Marques (Edmund), Marcia Rickenbacker Mensah (Ralph), and Marshall Rickenbacker; grandchildren: Jessica Whitehead (Ryan), Sydney Bailey (Peter), Hannah Miller, Simone Anderson, and Auric Mensah; great-grandchild: Micah Whitehead; nieces, nephews, cousins, and acquaintances.
There will be no public viewing.
Family and friends may call Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.simmonsfuneralhome.com
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Henrietta Yankey sent Red and White Floor Basket for Ms. Sterlie Miller - November 28, 2025
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Our condolences to Marcie and family! Your mom was gentle and warmth whenever we met her. Our prayers to you through these difficult time!
Our condolences to Marcia and family for the loss of your Mom, Ms. Sterlie Miller. Your Mom had such a tremendous impact on so many people as an accomplished educator. Marcia, you are a great example of your Mom's wonderful spirit. We will continue to pray for you and your family at this difficult time, as your Mom rests in peace.
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. I know she will truly be miss by all who met her while on her journey on Earth. Cuz, love yall and Praying for the Family during this difficult time.
Hi my name is Jessica I had a great honor of caring for Ms.Sterlie Miller she was amazing person to be around always full of love and laughter she will be truly missed I'm sending my prayers for her family and friends ❣️🙏
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