Kathy Hankins Miller, 70, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on November 6, 2023 after a lengthy illness. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones.
Kathy was born November 26, 1952, to Mildred and HezieHankins in Osceola, AR but spent most of her years in North Mississippi, which she considered home. She graduated from Mooreville High School and continued her education at Itawamba Community College where she received her nursing degree. Kathy spent her career caring for others as a selfless, dedicated servant. Her career as a nurse was not just a job but a passion for her. Kathy’s love for Jesus and others was evident in the way she lived and worked. Her favorite chapters in the bible were Hebrews 11, 1 Corinthians 13 and the 91st Psalm. Kathy was proud to be known as Meme by her family, patients, fellow nurses, and doctors that she worked alongside with daily. Dr. Montgomery Berry and the staff at Ear, Nose and Throat in Tupelo, where she was honored to work many years, became a second family to Kathy. During her illness, the nurses at Baptist Cancer in New Albany and Sanctuary Hospice made her proud of her chosen profession.
Kathy took great joy in her family. She enjoyed nothing more than spending time and caring for her loved ones. When at home, Kathy, loved cooking with her family, pruning her award-winning roses, and making her home a warm and inviting placefor all who visited. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Pontotoc where she enjoyed her Sunday School class and a was a member of the Rose Society.
She will be remembered for her funny, loving spirit and her ability to enjoy life and make the most out of every day that her Lord gave her. Those close with Kathy would describe her as a warrior and a hero. Kathy will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate to be loved by her.
Kathy is survived by her children Michelle Sheffield, Carla Chism (Chad), Brian Miller (Katrina), Dr. Montgomery Berry (Sarah), grandchildren Mackenley Sheffield, Hannah Sheffield, Morgan Lyle (Walter), Brooke Anthony (Sheffield), Jada Miler, Ashton Miller, Sally and Charlie Berry, great grandchildren Kynzleigh Sheffield, Aiden West, Chyler Sheffield and Josie Lyle, Sisters Jo Ann Belk, Evelyn Rogers, Patsy Gray (Jimmy), many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents Mildred and Hezie Hankins, husband of 39 years, Garry Miller, brothers Mack Hankins and Larry Hankins.
Services will be Thursday, November 9, 2023, at First Baptist Church in Pontotoc with Bro. Ken Hester officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday, November 8th 5-8PM at Baldwin Memorial Funeral Home in Pontotoc and Thursday, November 9th 11AM until service time at First Baptist Church in Pontotoc Burial will follow in Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Mantachie.
Pallbearers will be Jimmy Gray, Mackenley Sheffield, Walter Lyle, Sheffield Anthony, Brian Miller, and Chad Chism.
