Ester May Estes Miller

Ester May Estes Miller, of Monett died Monday, Sept. 12, 2022. She was born Dec. 29, 1941 in Miller to the late Wiley and Sarah Estes. She was a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church.
In addition to her parents, Ester was preceded in death by her long time soul mate, Joseph.
Miller loved children and provided care for children for 37 years in her home. She is survived by two sisters; five children; sister Valerie Miller, SCN of Nazareth, Ky., John Miller of Pierce City, Cristi (Miller) Velten of Monett, Mark Miller of Monett and Joseph W. of Clearwater, Fla.; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; as well as a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 16, 2022 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Monett. Father Rahab Isidor will be officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Rosary will be at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15, at Buchanan Funeral Home with visitation to follow until 7 p.m. It is requested that memorial contributions be made to the St. Lawrence Catholic School in care of the funeral home. Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Buchanan Funeral Home, Monett.