Joy Arlene Miller

Joy Arlene Miller, born June 12, 1954, in Zanesville, Ohio, passed away on April 13th, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was the beloved daughter of the late John Galigher and Dorothy (Mullins) Shimer.

Joy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who cherished her family above all else. She is survived by her loving husband, John Miller Sr.; her children, Misty Miller, Tammy Miller, John Miller Jr., and Robert Miller; her brother, Mark Shimer; her sisters Tammy Shimer (Hampton); Ivy Stanton and Judy Atkinson. She also leaves behind several nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren who will deeply miss her love and presence.

In addition to her parents, Joy was preceded in death by her half-siblings, Davy Shimer and Connie Shimer; her sister, Brenda (Galigher) Palmer; her brother, Jerry Galigher Sr.; her grandson, Michael Clapper; her granddaughter, Jessica Miller; her mother-in-law, Betty Kimes; sisters-in-laws Ruby Tabler and Marsha Wyatt; her brother-in-law, Carl Miller; and her father-in-law, Robert Miller.

Joy will be remembered for her strength, her love for her family, and the lasting impact she made on all who knew her.

Joy found happiness in playing bingo, rip-off tickets, and occasionally trying her luck on slot machines. She also loved her flowers and took great pride in making sure her flower beds were complete each spring, often with a little help from her daughters and grandkids. Above all, Joy cherished the time she spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who were truly the light of her life. Her love, strength, and presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

You may call on the family on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, from 10am until 12pm with funeral services starting at 12 pm at Burrell Funeral Services in Zanesville. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. BURRELL FUNERAL SERVICES is serving the family. 

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