Carolyn Miller (1941 - 2016)

Carolyn L. Miller, 74, of Milwaukee passed away unexpectedly Jan. 30, 2016, at Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital.

Born in Kenosha on March 31, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Louise (Kuchera) Venskus. 

On May 12, 1962 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, she was united in marriage to Jerome F. Miller. Sadly, after 37 years of marriage, he preceded her in death on Sept. 29, 2009.

Carolyn was excellent at gardening as it brought her great joy. When she wasn't gardening, Carolyn loved to cook, trying new recipes, adding her own special touches, baking and spending time with grandchildren. 

Survived by her three loving children, Michael Miller, Michelle (Adam) Cook and Anthony (Tanya Ives) Miller; four grandchildren, Emma, Evan, Isabella and Aubrie; sister, Mary Jane (Joe) Pinkston; step-brother, David (Janet) Schani; daughter-in-law, Kristen Miller; very best friend, Sandra Kearny; and constant canine companion, Murphy.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her step-father, George Schani; and sister, Joan Johanowicz.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, Feb. 5, 2016, at 12 Noon at the Piasecki-Althaus Funeral Home. Interment will follow in St. George Cemetery. A visitation for Carolyn will be held at the funeral home on Friday, Feb. 5, from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.