Janice C. Miller

Janice C. Miller, 87, of Blair, Nebraska, passed away in Blair, leaving behind a loving family and a lifetime of memories filled with hard work, adventure, laughter, and love.

Janice was born in a farmhouse north of Tekamah, Nebraska, and grew up in rural Nebraska. She graduated from Herman High School in 1957. On November 9, 1957, she married Les Miller. Together, they built a life, raised a family, and created countless memories after 69 years together.

Janice began her working career as a nurse’s aide, caring for others before moving into an administrative position. She spent more than 30 years as an administrative specialist at Kelly Ryan Manufacturing. During those years, she also worked as a bartender and hostess at the Blair Marina, where she enjoyed meeting and visiting with people.

Never one to slow down, Janice later began a career at Woodhouse Ford that lasted more than 20 years. One of her favorite parts of the job was traveling to deliver vehicles to customers. She absolutely loved being on the road, traveling to different places, and helping customers receive their vehicles. Her years at Woodhouse reflected her independent spirit and her enjoyment of life beyond her hometown.

Janice also enjoyed visiting craft shows, where she could browse the many handmade creations and discover something new. Whether she was traveling, trying her luck at the casino, or enjoying a favorite pastime, she embraced the things that brought her happiness.

Those who knew Janice will remember her great sense of humor and her love of laughter. She enjoyed having fun and had a way of bringing humor into everyday moments. Her laughter, personality, and ability to enjoy life made her someone whose memories will bring smiles to the faces of those who knew and loved her.

Above all, Janice’s greatest legacy is her family. She and Les raised two children: Lisa Delaney and her husband, Bob Delaney, and Jeff Miller and his wife, Reva Miller. Her family continued to grow with eight grandchildren: Matthew (Erin), Jake, and Josh Delaney, and Brian (Bernadette), Jamie, Devin, Tyler Smith, and Regan Miller. Janice was also blessed with eight great-grandchildren: Jack, Kaden, Caleb, Kal, Cooper, Mackenzie, Marley, and Parker. The generations of family she leaves behind are a testament to the life she and Les built together and the legacy that will continue for years to come.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Good Shepherd Home for the care, kindness, and compassion shown to Janice. Their support and dedication are deeply appreciated during this difficult time.

Janice will be deeply missed by her husband, Les; her children and their spouses; her grandchildren; her great-grandchildren; and all those who had the pleasure of knowing her. Her life was filled with dedication, independence, adventure, and laughter. The stories she shared, the places she traveled, and the memories she created will remain a treasured part of her family’s story.

She is preceded in death by her father, Opal “Fat” and Mildred “Ann” Golden and her brother Larry.

A celebration of Janice’s life will be held at Good Shepherd Home in Blair, Nebraska at 1 PM on Friday, November 20, 2026.

Her family invites those who knew and loved Janice to remember her with a smile, share a good story, and enjoy a little laughter in her honor. After all, that is how Janice would want to be remembered.

She will be forever loved, deeply missed, and never forgotten.