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Marjorie Miller Obituary

Marjorie "Betty" Miller Easley, SC - Marjorie Elizabeth Borom "Betty" Miller, age 75, of Easley, died Friday, December 2, 2016 after a three-year struggle with cancer. She was born in Louisville, Kentucky, the eldest child of the late Rev. Wilbur L. Borom and the late Marjorie Hamrick Borom. After her father graduated from Southern Baptist Seminary, the family commenced their Christian ministry in Alabama. When she was twelve, her family moved to Columbia, S.C., where she attended high school and proceeded to earn both a BS and MS in biology from USC. Upon graduation from USC, she began her professional career which was noted by its excellence and broad scope. She taught biology at Newberry College before accepting a research position with Union Carbide at Oak Ridge, Tennessee. While there, she was married and began traveling with her husband to various locations around the United States in support of him in his career in the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey (NOAA Corps), while providing a loving home environment at each location and raising a wonderful family. While her husband was assigned to the Washington, DC area, she worked in biological research lab at the Smithsonian Institute. She and her husband later moved to Norfolk, VA where she taught biology at Old Dominion University. They then lived in Lawton, OK and Seattle, WA before moving to Rockville, MD, where she taught at the University of Maryland. When her family relocated to South Carolina, they moved to the Dacusville Community in Pickens County where she spent her last and most pleasant 36 years. While there she returned to graduate school at Clemson University and earned a PhD in Plant Ecology at age 59 while teaching biology full time at Greenville Technical College, from which she retired in 2013. Her ability to quickly read voluminous numbers of books was legendary among her family. Her passion for native plants was well known, as was her love of plants in all areas of the globe, making her an oft-consulted travel companion. She was an avid and enthusiastic traveler, journeying to all seven continents. She had a strong Christian faith and was a member of Cross Roads Baptist Church in Easley, SC. Surviving are her beloved husband of 53 years, Sidney C. Miller of Dacusville; daughter, Sarah Boyle (Jeff) of Forest City, NC; son, Dr. Hart Miller (Allison), of Pahoa, Hawaii; grandsons, Benjamin Boyle and Clay Miller; step-grandsons, Alexander and Jackson Rigg; sister, Kathy Gillespie (Joe); sisters-in-law, Betty Morin (Gene) and Nancy Hart Hamrick (Fitzhugh, deceased). She was preceded in death by a sister, Martha Broom. She had a special love for and relationship with her many nieces and nephews, who considered themselves most fortunate to know this accomplished and gracious woman. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at Cross Roads Baptist Church, with the Rev. Phil Henry officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from noon until 1:45 PM Tuesday, December 6, 2016 in the Cross Roads Baptist Church Family Life Center, prior to the service. The family is at the home, 1078 Freeman Bridge Road, Easley, SC 29640. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Building Fund of Cross Roads Baptist Church, 160 Cross Roads Church Road, Easley, SC 29640. Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Downtown, which is assisting the family. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Dec. 3 to Dec. 4, 2016.

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Steve and Suzanne Blievernicht

November 28, 2021

We still cherish wonderful memories of Betty and her zest for life. We know she is deeply missed. Sending all of you our love. Steve and Suzanne

Steve and Suzanne Blievernicht [email protected]

November 27, 2019

Dear Sid,
As we approach another anniversary of Betty's transition to Heaven, we wanted to let you know that we are thinking about you and hope that you are faring well. We know that life without your dear Betty cannot be easy. We are grateful to have known both of you and to have shared part of the journey with you. May God bless and comfort you with the best of memories possible and the knowledge that you were as beloved by her as she was by you. With our love and tender thoughts.
Steve and Suzanne Blievernicht
Fletcher, NC

John Boger

December 9, 2016

I am so glad that you called me to let me know of Betty's passing. I extend to you and all of the family my heartfelt sympathies. I know she is in a better place where no more pain or distress will bother her. Rest assured that she will be looking out for you and reserving a spot next to her for you in the future.

Thurl Amick

December 7, 2016

Sid, may god be with you and your family through this sad time.

I wish Helen and I could come to the service, but Helen's health is so poor and we seldom leave home.

Take care,
Thurl

Jimmy Hunt

December 7, 2016

Mr. Miller, I was saddened to learn of your wife passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers

Beverly Stroud

December 6, 2016

On behalf of the Grenville Technical College Alumni Association, we extend our deepest sympathies to the Miller family. Betty was deeply appreciated as a professor, colleague, and friend to many of us at GTC. Our memories of this lovely lady will live forever!

Sandy and John Bossler

December 6, 2016

Sid: Both Sandy and I pass our sincere sympathy to you for the loss of Betty! I don't remember her well but from what I do remember, she was thoughtful, gracious and highly competent.You are in our thoughts and prayers!!!

Gary Thompson

December 6, 2016

Sid, I was so sorry to hear about your wife. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Don't hesitate to call if you need anything or just want to talk.

Julian Nixon

December 6, 2016

Betty always had a warm smile to offer me no matter what day it might be. And on one of my lowest days she stopped everything to give a smile, and encouraging word, and professional support. There was never a day that she was not supportive.

Anna Gillespie

December 6, 2016

I'm so grateful to have had Aunt Betty in my life. She was the gold standard in being an aunt. She was generous with her time and affection. She taught me to be creative, curious, and persistent. She modeled the grace and independence of a woman who can excel in her field, travel the world, and tell a fantastic story. But most importantly, I always felt loved when I was with her. She set the bar high for aunt-hood. I can only hope to love my nephews as well as she loved me. I loved her very much and will miss her dearly.

Heather Forrester

December 6, 2016

I will never forget my first mentor at GTC. You were very patient, wise and a gifted listener. This world has just lost a wonderful light-until we meet again. My condolences to the family: may you feel God's comfort during this time.

Poonam Shores

December 5, 2016

Dear Betty, You will be missed dearly!! Loved working with you at GTC! A great friend and a great colleague!

Jayne McClain

December 5, 2016

We were saddened to hear of the death of our former colleague and dear friend, Betty. On behalf of the faculty & staff of Greenville Tech's Biological Sciences Department, we extend our deepest sympathy. Betty was admired and respected by both students and faculty. She will be fondly remembered as a valued member of the department and as a dedicated, gifted teacher. We extend our heartfelt condolences.

Cathy Fincher

December 5, 2016

Dear Hart and The Miller Family,

I'm sorry to hear of the passing of your Beautiful Mother, you and your Family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Aloha,

Winston & Mary Martha Claiborne

December 5, 2016

Dear Sid and the Miller family,
Our hearts are heavy with the loss of our dear friend, Betty. You and Betty were the first people that we met when we moved to Dacusville many years ago, and have since been our closest friends. We will miss Betty very much and will always feel her presence and her gracious spirit.

Art McConnell

December 5, 2016

Sid: Perry called me last evening and informed me of Betty's passing. I want to express to you and your family my most sincere sympathies and to let you know I will be unable to attend her service due to my physical inability to do so. I will be there in mind even if not in body and that I considered Betty among my best friends at Tec.

Steve and Suzanne Blievernicht

December 4, 2016

Dear Sid,
We are very saddened to learn of Betty's death. She was a fighter and a wonderful example of faith and chutzpah. We feel blessed in our opportunity to know both of you and to be part of her healthcare team and will miss her very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in these difficult days of the loss of someone so precious to you. With our love.
Steve and Suzanne

Ryan Scruggs

December 4, 2016

A beloved neighbor, friend, and mentor, "Mrs. Miller", as she was known to myself and my family, will be missed terribly. Her compassion and hospitality never ceased to amaze us, along with her incredible intelligence and insight.

I think that I speak for everyone when I say that she strived to make the world a better place, and promulgated to all, an obligation to keep it that way.

Doris Colker

December 4, 2016

Betty was a beautiful person, both inside and out. She had a way of making people happy around her. I always enjoyed visiting with the two of you at your home and when you came to Brevard. It is a big loss for all of us who knew her.

Grace and Tony Schmidt

December 4, 2016

Dear Sid and family,
Tony and I are very sorry for the loss of your beloved Betty. She was a remarkable woman. With deepest sympathy.

Wanda Williams

December 4, 2016

My dear sweet friend. I will miss you so much until we meet again. I love you Betty.

S Wilson

December 4, 2016

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. Psalms 116:15.

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