Gail Ann Miller

Ilion - Gail A. Miller, 86, of Ilion, passed away peacefully at the Wynn Hospital on Friday, June 21, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family.
Gail was born in Ilion on October 10, 1937, the daughter of the late Raymond and Virginia (Spedding) Bedworth. She was a graduate of Ilion High School and Albany Business School. She married John V. Miller on April 8, 1961, in Ilion. Gail was a loving and devoted wife, mother, "Grammy," and dear friend to many and will be deeply missed. As a homemaker, family was her focus. Gail's generous spirit, cheerful personality, and devotion to her family was ever present. When asked about her greatest accomplishment, she was most proud of raising her children and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Gail continued the legacy that was begun by her parents, spending countless summers in the Adirondacks on Twitchell Lake, enjoying quality time with loved ones and embracing nature. Gail will be fondly remembered for being the best hostess of holiday gatherings, for her love of playing cards and games, her mastery of numerous crafts and her great sense of fashion. Gail's words of wisdom were to be happy and kind to others.
Gail was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, John and her brother Gary Bedworth. She is survived by her beloved children, Michael and Chrissy Miller of Long Beach, CA, Michele (Miller) and John Roberts of Herkimer, Brian and Mary Miller of Ilion and Suzanne (Miller) and David Paddock of Ilion; her 12 grandchildren; Michael, Catherine, Amanda, Christopher, Stephen, Lauren, William, Jaclyn, Abigail, Alexandra, Kaylin and Jonathan; 2 great-grandchildren, Koa and Cora and her extended family, Mary Ellen Hill and Dr. Leo and Deborah Muido.
A celebration of Gail's life will be held on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at 10:30 AM from the Church of the Annunciation, 50 West St. in Ilion where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Father Healy & Deacon Jim Bowers followed by interment at Armory Hill Cemetery in Ilion.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Whiter-Hendrix Funeral Home, 100 Otsego Street, Ilion, NY 13357. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Gail's name to the Foltsbrook Center for Senior Living / Claxton Manor, 104 North Washington Street, Herkimer 13350, c/o Cathy Allison.