Obituary of Sharlene Miller

Sharlene Leona Miller October 24, 1942 - June 8, 2011 Sharlene Leona Driggett was born in Monroe, Michigan on October 24, 1942. She was one of six children born from the union of the late Harry Driggett and the late Irma (Miller) Driggett. Sharlene attended Airport High School and graduated with the Class of 1960. She married LaVern Kuhlman on October 17, 1964. From this union came the birth of two daughters Sheryl and Lisa. Later on October 23, 1972 she married Duane Miller. LaVern passed away on April 4, 1980. Sharlene was a homemaker, and she had a heart of gold. Her children considered her an awesome mother and stated that she was perfect in every way. Sharlene was one for the details. Her thoroughness could be considered borderline obsessive, but her attention to the details brought her joy, and it usually involved putting others first. Even when she was ill she was always concerned about her family and even her caretakers. Sharlene enjoyed completing crossword puzzles, reading; especially historical romances, and had been active with the Girl Scouts in Carleton for many years. She had a love for cats and butterflies. Sharlene Leona Miller age 68 of Carleton a lifelong Monroe County resident passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 8, 2011 at Fountainview of Monroe. Her beloved family was at her side. In addition to her parents and her former husband her passing was preceded by her husband Duane on May 22, 2001. She leaves to forever cherish her memory two daughters: Sheryl (Perry) Powers and Lisa Lambert (Dennis Cunningham) both of Carleton; four sisters: Shirley (Dave) Weeden of South Haven, Michigan, Sally (Daniel) Heinzerling of Newport, Sharon (Darrell) Kaufman of Flat Rock, Michigan, Scott Driggett of Carleton, and Sue Driggett of Newport; and two wonderful grandsons: Lee Powers of Carleton and Richard Lambert of Indianapolis, Indiana. Cremation will take place. Friends may gather at 2:00pm on Monday, June13, 2011 at Michigan Memorial Park Cemetery for a graveside Celebration of Her Life, and inurnment will follow. Brian S. Merkle will officiate. Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 North Monroe Street (734) 384-5185 was entrusted with her arrangements. Immediately following the service all in attendance are invited to a memorial luncheon back in Carleton. Memorial donations are suggested to the charity of the donor's choice. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort, share a photo, make a donation, or send a floral tribute by visiting www.merklefs.com; Life Stories page.