Obituaries: Helen Wameda Miller (Feb. 14, 1935 – May 16, 2011)

Helen Wameda Miller passed away on May 16, 2011, in Medford, Ore., at the age of 76. Born Valentines Day, February 14, 1935, to Virgil and Helen Miller in Pine, Ariz. She was a 30-year resident of Crescent City.

Wameda worked as a waitress and secretary for Redwood United in Eureka, Calif. She enjoyed playing cribbage, picnics and family gatherings.

Wameda is survived by her children, Kenneth Custer of Santa Rosa, Calif.; Sidney Custer (Terri) of Crescent City; Sabrina Custer of Tooele, Utah; Robert Wansick of Eureka, Calif.; her brother Valdon Miller (Marion); sister Sylvia Landt (Bill). Six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her loving companion, Herbert Dietl, parents Helen and Virgil Miller and sister Minnie Erickson.

Graveside services will be held on Saturday, June 18, 2011, at 11 a.m. at the IOOF Memorial Cemetery with Pastor Ed Fleshman officiating. A potluck and gathering will be held following services at 252 Maiden Lane in Crescent City.

Arrangements are under the direction of Wier’s Mortuary Chapel of Crescent City.