Livonia: Anne J. Miles (Harrison) passed away at home with her family by her side, December 30, 2011, age 89. She will be long remembered for her welcoming, loving heart that drew people to her already – large family. As a Gold Star Mother, Anne was always a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Anne’s humor and wisdom will continue through the generations.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Byron Miles; dear son, Raymond “Denny“ Miles; 17 siblings; and special sister-in-law, Blanche Harrison.
She is survived by 7 children: Neil (Betty) Miles, Nancy (Jack) Phillips, Janice (Timothy) Northup of Livonia, Byron “Mike“ Miles, Rita Collins, Linda (Bryan) Pettengill, Carol Eames of San Diego, CA; 23 grandchildren & 29 great-grandchildren.
The family and friends will come together Sunday, January 8, 2012 from 2-6pm, to celebrate Anne’s life, at the Fellowship Hall, in The Livonia Presbyterian Church, Route 20A, Livonia Center. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Livonia Ambulance, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487 or Livonia Salvation Army c/o Betty Miles. Arrangements entrusted to the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc., Livonia-Honeoye. To send a condolence and for further information please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Dear Miles Family! I am so sorry for your loss. I pray for peace and comfort will envelope your family in this trying time. I know that you have many memories to enjoy!
Take care and May God Bless you all!
Laurie Panipinto Thompson (friend of Mike)
We loved her and our lives were better for knowing her.God bless you all.
My deepest sympathy to the entire Miles family. I’ll pray for the Lord to shed his love, grace, peace, and comfort upon all of you, as you move through the days ahead. Hold fast to the wonderful family and memories you all have.
My sincere condolences to the Miles family. Mrs. Miles was a great lady!
A life well lived – a soul well loved. We would keep her here forever, but Heavenly Father has called her home. May the warmth of her love continue to flow through each and every one of us.
My sincere sympathy for the Miles family. attended school with Nancy.