Leona A. Miller, 93, of Kenosha, passed away, Saturday, August 16th, 2008, at Hospitality Nursing & Rehab Center. Born on August 6, 1915, in Kenosha, she was a daughter of the late Frank and Leata (Hartl) Clark. A lifelong resident of Kenosha, she was educated in local schools. In her teenage years, Leona was one of the "Four Bellhops", an entertainment group that entertained people all over the area. In 1932, Leona married Mr. Philip Miller. He preceded her in death in 1977. Leona was a homemaker throughout her life. When she lived in Lake Shangri La, she was the grandmother to the entire community. Her door was always open to everyone. She was an excellent banjo player and she loved to paint with watercolor. Surviving are a son, Clifford Miller of Kenosha; two sisters, Marjorie Gunderson of Racine and Doris M. Groenke of Kenosha; two grandchildren, Kathleen Miller of Kenosha and Michael Miller of Port Charlotte, FL; a great-granddaughter, Rachel Miller of Kenosha; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by two sons, Richard and Gerald Miller, four brothers, and two sisters. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, August 20th, at the Proko Funeral Home at 2:00 p.m. Interment will be private. There will be no visitation.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111 60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Leona’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Carol Weiss Powell
August 20, 2008
I am sorry for your loss. I am Joyce Hartl Weiss's daughter. Leon (Husky) and Edith Hartl were my grandparents. So my mom and Leona were cousins. When I was young, my mom would take me out to visit Leona and Phil and we would have a lot of fun.After my mom died in 1970, we all lost touch, except of course for Louise Whitt (Kate Hartl's daughter).I live in California now, but it was so good to see Leona's face in this picture. She brings back good memories.God Bless You all,Carol
Jennifer
August 18, 2008
Kathy and Rachel I just want to say that I'm thinking about you and if you need anything let me know. I didn't really know your Grandma.....but I know she meant alot to the both of you. Love You Both...
Ken & Mary Beth Kramer (Clark)
August 18, 2008
Our prayers and well wishes are with the family. I know first hand how hard it is to lose a parent at any age. I am sorry we won't be able to attend the services.God's richest blessings on you allKen and Mary Beth Kramer (Clark)
Barb and Errol Schmelling
August 18, 2008
Dear Cliff and Family, You have our prayers with the passing of your mom or my Aunt Leona. I have many good memories of yours and our families getting together when we were kids. I will keep them always. I am sorry we won't be able to be with you at this time, but will think of you. Especially when I look at the Civil War soldiers I have that you made that I have on my computer desk. What a beautiful picture of Aunt Leona. Love, Barb