Delores "Dee" D. Miller

November 26, 1925 - June 28, 2020

Delores "Dee" D. Miller, 94, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2020 at her home in East Peoria. She was born to Otto and Margaret Ella (Logsdon) Alexander on November 26, 1925 in Gillespie, IL. She married Wayne G. Miller and he preceded her in death in 1990. Dee is survived by her daughter, Julie Close of East Peoria; step-son, Dudley (Christie) Miller of Brighton, MI; grandchildren, Dennis (Alicia) Close of Peoria, Kim (Jon) Hillman of Pekin, and David Close of Seneca, SC; great-grandchildren, Jordan, Joshua, Jakob, and Kamryn Hillman, and Maizey Close; and nieces, Cathy (Mike) Mucciante and Sherry (John) Cox. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Tom, Edward “Bub”, and Otto Alexander, and one infant sister. Dee worked at Caterpillar as a supervisor for 42 years, retiring in 1990. She was an avid bowler and a member of the Peoria Women’s Bowling Association, where she was inducted into their Hall of Fame in 1980. She enjoyed traveling to nationals bowling tournaments, going on annual fishing trips with friends, and cooking for friends and family. In her retirement years, baking and cooking became a favorite pastime. Dee had a feisty tell-it-like-it-is personality which served her well in her career. She also had a giving spirit and liked to help those in need. The family would like to thank Christine Wells and Ashley Minton from Unity Point Hospice for the love, respect, and great care they provided Dee in her last few months. It was Dee’s wish to be cremated, and no services will be held at this time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. June Runs, 2286 California Rd. Pekin, IL 61554. Online condolences may be left at www.GaryDeitersFuneralHome.com