Nancy Miller

PALATKA, FLA.-Nancy (Montgomery) Miller passed away on Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011, in Claxton, Ga. She was born on Jan. 14, 1941, the daughter of W.P. “Paul” and Lilly (Jensen) Johnston. She graduated from Madison West High School in 1959. Nancy graduated from UW-Madison, and went onto the University of North Florida to earn her master’s degree in English. She taught for over 20 years at Palatka High School in Palatka, Fla. She married Charles “Skip” Montgomery in 1961, and they later divorced. Nancy raised two children by herself, and later married Earl “Buddy” Miller Jr. He preceded her in death in February 2011. Nancy was an avid Badgers, Packers, and Florida Gators fan. She also enjoyed fishing, golfing, playing bridge, gardening, and cooking. She moved to Suwannee, Fla. in 2001. Nancy lived a wonderful life, and had many friends. She opened up her heart to everyone, and will be deeply missed. Nancy is survived by her sons, Scott (Julie) Montgomery of Claxton, Ga. and Todd Montgomery of Houston, Texas; grandson, Austin Montgomery of Claxton, Ga.;brother-in-law, Don Silver of Pardeeville; nieces, Lynn (Jeff) Stanley of Madison and Cyndy (Tim) Andrews of Madison; great-nieces and great-nephews, Lucas Stanley, Paul Stokes, Jessy Stokes, and Kristina Stanley; great-great-niece, Coral Stokes; and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her sister, Mary Ann “Meme” Silver. Burial services will be held at ROSELAWN MEMORIAL PARK CHAPEL, 401 Femrite Drive, Monona, at noon on Monday, Aug. 29, 2011. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society or HospiceCare, Inc. Cemetery: Burial services will be held at ROSELAWN MEMORIAL PARK CHAPEL, 401 Femrite Drive, Monona, at noon on Monday, Aug. 29, 2011. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society or HospiceCare, Inc.