Janet's Obituary
Janet K. (Herriman) Miller, 87, of Kentland, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026, at George Ade Memorial Health Care of Brook. Born on June 29, 1938, in Gary, she was the beloved daughter of the late Donald and Esta (Padgett) Herriman. Janet was a 1956 graduate of Lewistown High School in Illinois and pursued further education with a year of business school.
In 1960, she married Richard L. Miller, who preceded her in death in 2023. Janet moved to Kentland in 1957, where she became an integral part of the community. She was a dedicated member of the Trinity United Methodist Church, the Newton County Historical Society, Tri Kappa Sorority, M&M Homemakers, and the DAR. Her contributions to the community were recognized when she was honored as Kentland Citizen of the Year.
Janet had a passion for family history and was deeply involved in the Newton County Fair, where she was affectionately known as “the voice” of the fair. Janet loved playing Bridge and was a member of several bridge clubs. Her professional life included roles as a secretary at NIPSCO and at the Newton County Courthouse, where she played a key role in establishing the “911” system in the county.
She is survived by her daughters, Julie Munsey of Lafayette and Marci (Don “Porky”) Hall of Kentland; her granddaughter, Morgan Munsey of Lafayette; her brother, Charles (Johnny Sue) Herriman of Marion; and brothers-in-law, Howard King of Kentland and David W. (Marjorie) Miller of Logansport. Janet also leaves behind several nieces, nephews, and cherished friends.
Janet was preceded in death by her husband, Richard; her parents; her son-in-law, Jeff Munsey; her sister-in-law, Merlene King; and her nephew, Kurt Herriman.
Janet's legacy of community service and dedication to her family will be fondly remembered by all who knew her.
A visitation will be held from 4-7 PM (CST) Thursday, February 26, 2026 at Trinity United Methodist Church of Kentland. Funeral Service 11:00 AM (CST) Friday, February 27, 2026 also at Trinity United Methodist Church. Reverand Mary van Wijk to officiate. Interment to follow in Fairlawn Cemetery, Kentland.
Donations can be sent to the Jasper Newton Foundation at PO Box 295, Rensselaer, IN 47978 for the Richard Miller Memorial Fund. Just note in the memo line "In Memory of Janet Miller". https://www.jaspernewtonfoundation.org/givenow/richard-l-miller-memorial-fund/
