Lois M. Miller, 90, of Cameron, died at 4:37 a.m. Thursday, November 5, 2026, in Seminary Manor.
Lois was born June 4, 1936, in Altona, the daughter of Raymond and Fern (Swanson) Richardson. Her stepfather was Glenn VanDusen. She married Carl E. Miller on February 4, 1956, in Galesburg. He preceded her in death on June 29, 2024, after over 68 years of marriage.
Surviving is a daughter, Karen (Sam) Rowe of East Galesburg; three grandchildren, Chandra (Korey) Brown, Andy (Megan) Rowe, and Lindsey (Jacob) Peterson; and two great grandchildren, Alex and Oliver. In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by her parents; her stepfather; son, Steve Miller; one brother, Bob Richardson; and two half-brothers, Bill VanDusen and Thomas VanDusen.
Lois was raised in the Knox County area. She attended Yates City High School, graduating in 1954. She and her husband owned and operated Concession Specialist for over 40 years. She loved to do crossword puzzles and to crochet. She was of the Christian Faith.
Cremation will be accorded. Visitation will be noon to 1 p.m. Friday, November 13, 2026, at Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral and Cremation Services. Graveside service will follow at 1:30 p.m. in Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.h.p.w.com.
