Ruthie "Darlene" Miller, 65, of Richmond, died on Monday, October 23, 2023, at her residence.

Darlene was born on December 2, 1957, in St. Joseph the daughter of Gayford Ward and Wilma Wills.

Survivors include: son, James (Candy Johnson) Pearon of Hardin; daughter, Lori Talli of Higginsville and Karen Pearon; brother, Jerry (Liz) Taylor of Rayville; sisters, Jeanie (Gene) Wyse of Camden and Susie (Kenneth) Wyse of Rolla; nine grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Johnny Ward, Chip Taylor, and Donald Ward, and one granddaughter Lexie Talli.

Darlene loved her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.  She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family.  She was the most loving and caring person you would ever meet.  She loved to smile and had a huge heart. She was a very devout Christian.

For those wishing to make a memorial in memory of Darlene, the family humble suggest they be made to the Darlene Miller memorial fund. Memorials can always be dropped by or mailed to in care of the family, to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main, P. O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.

A celebration of life will be held from 2:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at the Ray County Veterans Memorial Building (Side A) in Richmond.  Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond is in charge of arrangements.  Please remember to share your memories of Darlene with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.