Josie Lynn Miller

A celebration of life will be held for Josie Miller, 34, of Lawrence. Date and time are forthcoming. She passed away on Saturday, March 15th, 2025, in her home.

She was born January 5th, 1991, in Kansas City, Kansas to Clay and Paula Miller. She grew up in Lawrence. She graduated from Free State high school in 2012.

Josie loved being outdoors and on the move. She enjoyed car rides, hearing birds singing, listening to music, and playing with her musical toys. Most of all, Josie loved people, especially her family. She had a highly contagious laugh and an infectious smile that everyone loved to see.

She was preceded in death by her father, Clay. She is survived by her mother, Paula; sisters Destiny, of Osawatomie, Jessica, of Lawrence, and Cassandra; and her brothers Chance (Kayla), of Overbrook, Braden, of Lawrence, and Caleb, of Lawrence.

Other survivors include many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews, and her roommates and staff members at GoodLife.

Online condolences may be sent at www.rumsey-yost.com.

Messages & Condolences

From Susan Mayo...

Paula I am sorry for this news I know Josie will be missed and that her place will seem empty for a while my thoughts are with you and your family at this time the mayos

From Laura L Mclees...

Paula I am so sorry for your loss. I will always treasure the time I had with her.

From Delia...

Josie was a bright beam of sunshine. She was one of the most expressive people I have ever met, whether it be with her facial reactions, sighs, or while playing piano. I am happy to have had met her and will remember her always. Rest easy sweet Josie.

From saundra Pichelman...

Paula and family, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss of Josie.

From Paula Hatcher, RN, retired, Lawrence Free State High School...

Josie had a wonderful beaming smile and I’m glad I knew her. My heartfelt condolences to her family.

From Kassie Coffman...

I worked for GoodLife a few years ago and had the privilege of working in Josie’s house a few times. What a wonderful and sweet girl 💗

From Destiny M Miller...

Small but mighty in spirit, Josie showed resilience from her first day all the way to her last.
I promise to honor you Josie, by being strong too. I promise to make a conscious effort to not take for granted the experiences you didn’t get to have. When moves need to be made, I will take those steps. When something needs to be said, I will speak up. And I will thank God every day for the blessings to have the ability to do so, and that I got to have you as my sister to inspire me. I love you.

From Pam Blackburn...

I’m so sorry about Josie. I found a scripture on JW.org that I like to share, Acts 24:15, “there is going to be a resurrection,” I wish your family the very best for the future.

From Linda Fritz...

Paula, I am sorry for your loss.

From Kathleen L Gragg...

Sorry: 😭

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