Deborah Kaye Miller, 67, of Bowling Green passed away at the Medical Center on Sunday, September 26. The Paducah, KY native was the daughter of the late Delbert C. Reeder and Betty L. Dunning Reeder.

Mrs. Miller was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Debbie attended WKU where she earned a Bachelor of Arts and a Master's degree English and Exceptional Education. She was a National Board Certified teacher, which is the most respected professional certification available. Debbie was known for her leadership skills and served as department head, curriculum coordinator, co-renaissance sponsor, Teacher of the Year, and a host of other educational accolades. Mrs. Miller was a dedicated educator for forty years and was a forceful adovocate for all of her students. She made a difference in the lives of many that crossed her path.

Her top priority in life was her family. She was the best wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and sister who has ever lived. Deborah was an avid reader and loved to travel, listen to classic rock and greatly enjoyed the beauty of her garden. She had an adventurous spirit and was kind and caring. Her great sense of humor enhanced her amiable personality.

Mrs. Miller is survived by her husband, Steven Miller; one son, Tyler Miller (Kelly); one daughter, Ashley Miller; one brother, Delbert W. Reeder (Ann); five grandchildren, Jackson Miller, Elex Eaton, Bree Eaton, Addyson Brown and Paxton Miller; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jerry Miller, Carol Steen, Joe Miller (Sandy) and Ronnie Miller (Paula).

Funeral mass will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Thursday, September 30 at 11:00 a.m.  Visitation will be on Wednesday, September 29 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church.  Additional visitation beginning at 8:30 a.m. on Thursday at the church. Burial will be at 3:00 p.m. Friday, October 1 at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

Johnson Vaughn Phelps Funeral Home have been entrusted with arrangements.

Expressions of sympathy may take the form of memorial contributions to the St. Joseph Catholic Church Renew Fund.