Betty L. Miller, 70, of Independence, MO passed away, Monday, November 17, 2003 at the Medical Center of Independence. Visitation will be 6-8:00 pm Thursday, November 20, 2003 at Speaks Suburban Chapel. Services will be 10:00 am Friday, November 21, 2003 at the chapel. Burial in Mt. Washington Cemetery. Betty was born March 17, 1933 in Courtney, MO to Thomas and Katherine (Albers) Ryan. Mrs. Miller collected angels and enjoyed reading books, putting jigsaw puzzles together and watching movies. Betty loved spending time with her family and inviting them into her home. She often went out to eat with her sister and niece trying out new restaurants. Mrs. Miller was preceded in death by her husband Eugene Miller in 1997. She is survived by her children and their spouses; Linda Keck of Independence, MO, Jean Lafferty (Larry) of Stillwell, KS, Peggy Wyatt (Brad) of Independence, MO, Jess Miller (Judy) of Lee�s Summit, MO, Bill Miller (Georgia) of Holt, MO; grandchildren Stephen and Jeremy Keck, Mike and Angie Lafferty, Adam and Jennifer Wyatt, Amber and Justin Miller, and Sarah Miller. Mrs. Miller is also survived by her sister Leona Negus, brothers Fred and Dale Ryan; special niece Barbara Negus and her pug dog Drummer Boy. Online condolences may be left at www.speakschapel.com