Marilyn R. Miner passed away on November 23, 2014, she was 88.
Mrs. Miner was born on May 4, 1926, she married the late Allen Miner in 1950, and they soon moved to her beloved Packanack Lake in Wayne, NJ. She became involed with the Packanack Players, and wrote a column for the Paterson Evening News.
Most famously known for her ceramics classes at Kilroy Park in Wayne, Mrs. Miner inspired creativity in thousands of students during her 40 year career.
Mrs, Miner was a lover of all things glitter and glamour, a friend to the friendless as well as every baby and animal she met. Above all else, she was an extraordinary woman who touched many lives.
Mrs. Miner is survived by Allen, Aleta, Alison and Kathren Miner, Susan Tarantino, Hayley Treanor, Arthur, Randi and William Miner, Marilyn and Ray Tolnai, Ray Tolnai Jr., Kelly, Bill, Ashley, Adam and Colin Couillou, Christy Goodman and Thomas Goodman.
Donations in Mrs. Miner’s honor can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.www.woundedwarriorproject.com
Funeral Arrangements are under the directions of Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840, www.cochranfuneral.com
Condolences:
Randi Ellan Miner
#9
November 26th, 2014 9:31 am
Thank you to all that have shared words of love, memories and prayers.
Mom-Nana has left a large whole in our hearts,which will be filled with the special times we all shared with her. We never would of thought that Nana would be gone so soon. I realize that this is not a condolence note- but a "thank you" note to her. Mom, you have given me the very best in life,a wonderful husband and an amazing son.
Love forever, Randi
Dennis Robertson
#8
November 25th, 2014 11:51 pm
Our condolences to the Miner family. May you find solace and draw comfort from the many lives she touched along the way. Oak and Dennis
Marie Brooks
#7
November 25th, 2014 4:55 pm
My deepest sympathy to the Miner family. Marilyn will be truly missed.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Light and Love
Marie Brooks and Family
Drew Davanzo
#6
November 25th, 2014 3:13 pm
To the family, my sincere sympathies. I drove Marilyn to her appointments over the past 2 years. She was always friendly and she shared many stories from her past. Please find comfort in the thought that she is out of pain . May she rest in peace.
patty thompson, guilfoyle
#5
November 25th, 2014 6:57 am
May I extend my deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers to the Miner family. I will miss her. I will miss her stories, her extraordinary personality, her love. May GOD rest her soul and keep her in the warmth, HIS love and light and cradle her spirit in peace. May HE pour out a measure of HIS kindness upon all those who grieve for Nana as well, and may GOD keep her family comforted by sharing in their memories of her. May they find peace in knowing Nana is at rest, and strength in knowing so many will miss her too.
Love,
Patty Guilfoyle
Lou Ricciuti - Niagara Falls, NY
#4
November 24th, 2014 10:42 pm
Sue, Art, Marilyn and all:
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of your Mom.
Have peace in your hearts as your Mom now has peace in the arms of the Lord.
God Bless and Keep her.
Sincerely,
Lou R., Niagara Falls, NY
niagaranet@aol.com
owen treanor
#3
November 24th, 2014 5:36 pm
Marilyn was a friend whom I've known for 30yrs. She was also like a mother to me and always greeted me with a smile and a hug. I remember her meatloaf dinners around the holidays. They couldn't be beat. I will especially remember her on St.Paddy's Day, one of her favorites. My prayers are with the family.
Jeanne Hartranft
#2
November 24th, 2014 4:17 pm
Mom Miner,
Your wonderful laugh and bright smile will be missed
Loved the you were ALWAYS welcoming to me!
You are a light in the lives you touched
love
Jeanne
Stephen Moore
#1
November 24th, 2014 3:07 pm
Our deepest sympathies with this sad news. And yet, a life so well lived! We hold many sweet memories of a great lady.
Love to all,
Stephen, Lori, Courtney, Casey and Cassidy Moore
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