Elaine “Simpson” Miller
Obituaries
June 2, 2021

Elaine “Simpson” Miller

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Elaine “Simpson” Miller went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 26, 2021. She was 100 years of age. She was the wife of Walter N. Miller of McKeesport for 45 years and the mother of Guy W. Miller (Jill) and Mark D. Miller (Margie) of McKeesport. Elaine is survived by her two sons and their families. She was “MumMum” to Julie (Dennis), Matthew (Sarah), Jared (Holly), Adam, Jennifer (Joshua) and Jonas (Mia). She was “Great-Grandma” to Joshua, Rebekah, Caleb Reist; Madison, Matthew, Jillianna, Jessica, Abraham, Elijah Miller; Jeremiah, Joscelyn, Ruthie, Judah, Aviella Lefcowitz and Theodora and Galya Miller. Elaine’s life was her family. She was devoted to all of us and was always ready to love and support in fulfilling our dreams. She was a true blessing in our lives and she will be missed and appreciated. Burial took place on Friday, May 28, 2021. Arrangements were handled by STRIFFLERS OF WHITE OAK CREMATION AND MORTUARY SERVICES, 1100 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131, Sue Striffler Galaski, supervisor, 412-678-6177.

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