Clara Mae Miller

With hearts both heavy and grateful, we celebrate the beautiful life and lasting legacy of Clara Mae Miller, age 75, who peacefully departed this life on July 30, 2025.

Born October 26, 1949 in Canmer, Kentucky, Clara was the beloved daughter of the late Kirk Barbour and Clarine Jordan Barbour. Rooted in faith from the very beginning, Clara accepted Jesus Christ at an early age at Mt. Gilboa Baptist Church, and later became a devoted member of Second Baptist Church in Greensburg, where her light truly shined. Whether lifting her voice in the choir, greeting all with warmth on the Usher Board, organizing with love as President of the Activity Department, inspiring young hearts as a Sunday School teacher and youth leader, or simply serving wherever needed — Clara’s service was sincere, spirited, and steadfast.

“Clara Mae” was the embodiment of grace and goodness. Kind, caring, gentle, and thoughtful, her presence was a gift to all who knew her. As a wife, she stood as a loyal partner and pillar of strength. As a mother, she wrapped her children in unwavering love. As a grandmother, she brought sweetness and wisdom. As a sister, she remained grounded and strong. As a friend, her giving heart never ceased to pour into others.

Clara lived by the motto, “Only what you do for Christ will last,” and she exemplified this by faithfully serving not only her local church but extended her dedication to the wider body of Christ through district and state-level service, notably as a multi-term President of the Zion District Usher Board. Yet, of all the titles she held and honors she earned, the one that brought her the greatest joy and deepest pride was simply being called “Nana.”

Clara was known by her family as a true “social butterfly.” She had a special knack for connecting with people and left joy wherever she went. She stayed active in her golden years—growing vibrant flowers, and finding joy, laughter, and movement with her friends at the Green County Senior Center.

She is now reunited in glory with her parents, several cherished brothers and sisters, her beloved daughter Janet Edwards, and her dear son Samuel Miller.

Left to cherish her memory are those who loved her deeply: her devoted husband Arzo “Skillet” Miller, her children; Brenda Adkins (J.R.), Christina Banks (Cary), and Rev. Josh Miller (Courtney). Her legacy continues in her treasured grandchildren: Kellan Mitchell, Christopher Embry, Jesse Lane, Javon Jones, and Kinleigh Miller; great granddaughters, Rhylynn Mitchell and Aveyanna Jones.

As well as a large and loving extended family including nieces, nephews, cousins, and faithful friends. She is also remembered with love by sisters-in-law Phylis Miller of Columbia, KY, and Nora Barbour of Philadelphia, PA.

Though she has taken her final earthly rest, Clara Mae Miller’s legacy of faith, family, and selfless love will continue to blossom in the lives of all she touched. She ran her race with grace, finished her course with honor, and now rests in eternal peace with her Savior.

Funeral services for Clara Barbour Miller will be conducted 1 pm Central Time, Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home with Rev. Michael Moore and Rev. Paul Thompson officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Gilboa Baptist Church Cemetery in Canmer, KY.

Visitation will be from 10 am CT until the funeral hour at 1 p.m. CT Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at Foster-Toler-Curry Funeral Home in Greensburg.

Pallbearers: Christopher Embry, Javon Jones, Kellan Mitchell, Travis Mitchell, Chad Mitchell, Daniel Matney

Honorary Pallbearers: Jesse Lane, Quinn Hodges, Cedric Vaughn, Brian Pierce, Kevin Thompson, L.C. Compton, Timothy Barbour, Clara Miller’s Sunday School Class

On-line condolences: fostertolercurryfh@gmail.com