Anna Marie Miller, 83, of Morganton, NC went to her eternal home on January 13, 2024, following a lengthy illness. She was born on May 24, 1940, in Philadelphia, PA to the late Anthony Prinzo and Annina Prinzo. Ann had a talent for gardening and tending to her many plants. She loved her kids, grandkids and great-grandkids and her dogs! She enjoyed cooking for family and friends, painting, crafting, knitting and crocheting. She enjoyed Christmas most of all, with the gathering of family, gifts, cooking, games, fun and laughter. She was dearly loved and will be missed by so many.
In addition to her parents, Ann was preceded in death by her first husband, Albert Crawley, and her husband of 33 years, James Miller; brothers, Carmine Prinzo, Pasqual Prinzo, Anthony Prinzo; sisters, Grace Inferrera, Josephine Seccio and son-in-law, Chip Waters.
Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Robert Bruce Crawley (Teresa), Terri Miller Waters, and Karen Wright (Tom); six grandchildren, Jennifer Miller (Matt), Kristen Johnson (Chase), Donovan Flanders, Cierra Meadors (Shaedon), Kim Lyle (Scott) and Jeremy Wright (Kristen); nine great-grandchildren, Luke Miller, James Miller, Lila Johnson, Waylon Johnson, Leo Flanders, Layken Meadors, Maddie Wright, Emma Wright, Brynlee Lyle; sister, Elaine Malseed; brother-in-law, Ray Miller (Norine); sister-in-law, Linda Garrison (Allen); and numerous special nephews and nieces.
The family will receive friends from 1-2pm, on Friday, January 19, 2024 at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. The funeral will begin at 2pm in the church with Rev. Justin Cunningham and Rev. Keith Burkhart officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Amorem Hospice, 1721 Enon Rd, Valdese, NC 28690 or St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN, 38105
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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My deepest condolences to Ann's family. I am so heartbroken and will miss her deeply. She was a friend for so many years. I was always so happy to see her and i knew we would visit for hours when we saw each other. She will always have a special place in my heart. I ❤️ you Ann Miller. Betsy Johnson
I am so very sorry for your loss. She was a special Lady.
God gained a beautiful flower for HIS garden when he took Anne. Her smile was contagious! Robert, I am so sorry but we know we will see her again.
Prayers to the family of my dear friend Cierra M. Sorry for your loss may your grandmother rest in heavenly peace. Love you! From EricaLashawn & the girls !
Danny and I are so sorry for your loss. I know what a big and difficult loss this is for you and your family. Heaven gained a beautiful angel who left behind amazing memories for all. We are praying for you and your family to find peace during this difficult time. Love, Margaret and Danny Marriott
The world has lost a great lady who treated everyone with kindness and never met a stranger! My condolences and prayers go out to all of the family during this trying time!