Obituary of Mary Elizabeth Miller

Miller, Mary Elizabeth (Harris) Mary Elizabeth Miller (Harris) was born the eighth child of William and Leila Harris on January 18,1937 in Hamilton, Ontario. She attended Loretto Academy and upon graduation went to nursing school at St Joseph's Hospital. Mary spent the early part of her nursing career at St. Joseph's and Stelco, both in Hamilton, Ontario. It was during this time that she met her best friend and future husband, Roger Miller. They were married on June 30, 1961. Committing to being a devoted wife and a supportive mother for Mary Jayne, (Neil) Ted, (Frances), Rod (Leslee) and Jennifer (Jeff) was Mary's full time passion. Her unwavering love for her family was undeniable and only flourished with the addition of her nine grandchildren. Allison, Samantha, and Charlie Crocker; Abby, Jolee, and Caleb Young; Nolan Miller; and Lucas and Mateo Miller. She played the role of tireless mom, enthusiastic nana, solid and competitive fan and coach, and non-judgmental counselor with optimism and a contagious joie de vivre. Mary returned to nursing in 1978 and spent 14 years as a pediatric nurse. Upon retirement she and Roger enjoyed an active lifestyle which included international travel, golf, tennis, bridge and volunteering, and of course countless hockey, soccer and dance competitions. In addition to visiting several continents they spent a month each year in Siesta Key where Mary thoroughly enjoyed daily walks on the beach with her sisters. Mary's bountiful love for her family was a rich blessing that was visible to all. Even as she fought this last battle with cancer her primary concern was always the well-being of her husband, children and grandchildren. Mary passed away on Monday, February 23, 2015. The family would like to thanks the staff at St. Joseph's Hospice for their compassionate and professional care. Also, the many road trips completed by family members over the last several months was a true testament to the unique mark Mary made on each of their hearts. Her smile may be missed, but the foundation of love and support she built will continue to be a blessing to us all. Visitors will be received at John T. Donohue Funeral Home, 362 Waterloo Street at King Street, on Thursday, February 26th from 2-4 and 7-9 o'clock and on Friday morning, February 27th at Christ the King University Parish at Windermere on the Mount, 1486 Richmond Street, from 10 o'clock until the time of the Funeral Mass at 11 o'clock. Interment in St. Peter's Cemetery at a later date. Donations to St. Joseph's Hospice would be appreciated.