Patricia Alice Miller (Gille) 75 of Warren, Illinois, graduated to her heavenly home on 22 March 2021 after a hard-fought battle. Patricia was born on Monday 18 March 1946, to Frank and Teresa B Gille (Moody) in Dubuque, Iowa. She attended School in Warren, Illinois & choose to raise a family instead of completing High School.
In 1966, she met Gary, and they wed on 4 March 1967 & created a blended family of five, Lynn, Lonnie, & Todd. This union brought forth two more children, Troy and Angellia. She and Gary enjoyed many activities, including square dancing, many weekends on the water, bowling, and camping. She was a lifelong member of Warren United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School, was part of several Bible Studies and shared her faith of salvation.
Patricia was a fighter, but a gentle soul that could be mischievous at times. She worked tirelessly to provide for and protect her family. She dedicated her life to being a fantastic and wonderful mother to her children and wife to Gary. She excelled at shopping and supporting her family through the many passions and difficulties of their lives. She greatly enjoyed mentoring and guiding her grandchildren as they grew into adults developing a special relationship with each of them and she “oh so loved” her great grandchildren and the spark of life they brought to her.
Patricia worked at Micro Switch in Warren for thirty-five years, where her dedication and diligence earned her various awards. Additionally, her jovial and humble spirit created many lifelong friendships with many wonderful people. We will miss her greatly!!
She is survived by her wonderful & sometimes difficult husband Gary Miller of Warren, IL. Five children; Lynn Workinger, Lonnie Workinger, Todd & Lori Workinger,Troy & Monica Miller, and Angellia Albrecht. Twenty-Two Grandchildren, Twelve Great Grandchildren. Two sisters and a brother: Barb & Duane Nelson, Sarah & Dwayne Larson and John Gille Jr.
Patricia was preceded in death by her parents.
There will be a funeral service at 11:00am on Tuesday, March 30,2021 at the Warren United Methodist Church in Warren,IL.
Visitation will be held from 4:00-8:00 pm on Monday, 29,2021 at the Warren United Methodist Church in Warren, IL.
Officiating the service will be Pastor Roger Bronkema.
Burial will take place at Elmwood cemetery in Warren, IL.
A memorial has been established in her name.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.leamonfh.com