Louise Miller (nee Jacobs)

27 February 196628 December 2023

Passed away on 28 December 2023, taken from us far too soon.

Loved wife of Gary. Devoted mother of Grant. Daughter of Willem and the late Miriam Jacobs. Sister and sister-in-law of Leon and Sandy Jacobs. Sister-in-law of Wayne and Mickayla Miller. Special Aunt of Megan and Milosh, Greg and Selena. Great aunt of Zoey.

A celebration of Louise's life will be held at The North Harbour Chapel of Dils Funeral Services, 185 Schnapper Rock Road, Albany on Friday 12 January 2024 at 2.30 pm.

Funeral service held at Dil's Funeral Services

Tributes

Dear Louise and family, I am so sad Louise has left us. An encourager and wise owl for sure. I learnt so much from Louise and started relieving in her class. Always in my heart! Jeanette

Jeanette

Louise wish we had more time with you we will miss you. Gary and Grant sending lots of love and hugs for each of you.

Kevin Zipp

Miss Miller was my teacher for 1 and a half years she was the most funniest and nicest teacher a student could get. Knowing that a few weeks ago was the last time I have ever talked to her makes my heart burn, I hope her family is doing well during this pain. Room 8 will miss you. -Love Sephie :)

Sephie Asuncion

Mrs Miller was my last year teacher, I'm so sad to hear her passing. She was very helpful and kind soul teacher. We always have fun activities in the room. I am gonna miss you Mrs Miller. May your soul rest in paradise. Arohaui❤️ Myra Nath Year 6 (2023)

Myra Nath

Mrs Miller was my teacher for nearly 2 years. She understood my strengths and helped me grow my confidence at school. She was a very kind teacher and we always did fun things in class. Thank you Mrs Miller for everything. I will miss you.

Amanaki Grant

Mrs Miller was a lovely kind hearted lady, She was always very understanding to what ever situation arose. When Annabelle hurt herself very badly, Mrs Miller was there. She was great with all the kids and I could see, how they all loved her very much. Her smile would always radiate even when she was tired. Annabelle loved and respected Mrs Miller very much. Annabelle wanted to come to the service today, she said " mum I want to go, but, I cant my hearts hurting.

Beverly Shearer

Mrs Miller was my teacher for 2 years and for this year. Mrs Miller always looked after me, she gave me hugs when I needed them, she was proud of me, when I fully understood things that I found hard. Mrs Miller always included my down syndrome sister in games, when my mum came to pick me up from school. I will miss you Mrs Miller very much.

Annabelle Shearer

Gary and I were best friends through high school, army and our 20's. At their wedding, I gave a speech. In my speech I said, "Throughout our lives, up until this point, it had been my job to look after Gary. However from this day forward, Louise I need to hand him over to you. Please look after my mate for me!" As she did! Louise was everything Gary needed. She "grounded and guided him" She had such a way to get the best out of Gary, and out of anyone she dealt with. Louise In the face of their challenges, she was the beacon of strength and resilience. She had a heart that could warm the coldest of days. Her kindness, compassion and fun approach to life generally were a source of comfort to all who knew her. Her family and friends were the pillars of her life, and her unwavering devotion to them created bonds that will endure forever. She leaves behind a legacy of love and unity that will continue to flourish. Thank you for looking after my friend for me Louise!

Leonard Smith

One of the many things that I remember about Louise was when I was in my 2nd year at Glenfield Primary School, Louise came into the resource room and I noticed some spelling sheets she had in her hand I asked her about them, she told me that the students have to spell as many Essential list words as they can in one minute. I said, “I could do this with my class” yes you could she replied. I asked her if this Included spelling out the sight words. Of which she replied with a “no” answer I went on saying that I have been getting my class spelling all their essential list words as well as their sight words. Louise burst out laughing and said “Donna they are only meant to be spelling their essential list words and saying the sight words.” “Ooh, but surely if you can say them you should be able to spell them” I replied. Louise then said “your class is going to have some very good spellers in the school, can I have those children in my class next year”. When I got back to my class one of my students had told me that they had done their spelling of the orange sight words but didn’t managed to spell 2 of these words, I replied to them “that’s okay you don’t have to spell those words you only have to be able to say them” after all there is 52 orange sight words, so for them to not spell 2 of these words isn’t too bad. So Louise thank you for telling me and making sure that I didn’t make the same mistake again. You will be sorely missed and I am very sure that like me you will be remembered for the many things you did and said to each of us in the times that we got to spend with you, whether this was at work, at home, and outside of work. The many memories that we have of you will be remembered for many years and every time we talk about something that you were a part of. Rest up our dear colleague and friend and we will cross paths again some day Love 💕 from Donna Love ❤️ One of your GPS Colleagues and work friends xx

Donna Love
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