"Eleanore was one of my favorite ladies at the pool! I've worked there since '93 and I think she was there almost every day! We had a lot of laughs and she always put a smile on my face! Like I said, one of my favorites! I will miss her! deb nelson"
In loving memory of
Eleanore Miller
July 3, 1919 - September 5, 2013
Eleanore Emma Alma Schramm was born on the third of July in the year of 1919. The fireworks that year must have been spectacular to welcome such a fine human being into this world.
She grew up in Denison with her parents, Ella & Ed Schramm, five sisters: Hatti, Marie, Vera, Lorranie, Irene and one brother, Eddie.
In spite of growing up during some mighty hard times, mom always told positive stories of her early years -- never complaining, which shouldn't surprise anyone.
She married Clarence Miller on the 4th of July, 1937 -- the day after her 18th birthday. They were married for 43 years until dad's death in 1980. Their frisky friendship produced five kids: Terry, Elaine, Barb, Marilyn, and Mark. Mom & Dad farmed until they moved to town and bought the U & I Cafe in 1958. Remember those hot cinnamon rolls!?
Eleanore absolutely loved life. She took the good and the bad with uncommon grace. Her powers of observation and interest in nearly everything were exceptional.
If you are reading this, you know how she touched people's lives, yours. Her charm and wit were contagious, even after a stroke slowed her down.
Her mind and body served her well for nine decades but finally couldn't keep up with her active pace. She still went to water aerobics five days a week when she was 93! And a sharper card player I have not met.
The body may be gone but the memory of this dear woman will permeate our lives until our own end. Remember her with a big smile.
Tributes
"Lit a candle in memory of Eleanore Miller"
"Lit a candle in memory of Eleanore Miller"
"Family of Eleanore, May God's love & the love & prayers of family & friends comfort & sustain you. May you find peace knowing she is safely home & in the loving arms of our Heavenly Father. I have known her for a LONG time & worked with her many times when Ladies Aid served many things at Zion. She was a faithful member of Ladies Aid - you could be sure she would be at each monthly meeting. She was on my call list for Telecare - always pleasant to talk to. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. God Bless, Mary Lou & Irwin Denker."
"Eleanore was a very special person to me. She and her husband Clarence gave me my first job when I was 18 years old. They owned the U & I Cafe at that time. We stayed friends over all these years and I loved her dearly. Marge (Thies) Powell P O Box 562 Deloit, IA 51441"