Marcia L. Miles

Marcia L. Miles died in Indianapolis on March 25 after a long illness. Born on June 21, 1930, in Shelbyville, IN, she was the daughter of George and Gladys (Pickett) Anders and sister of Marilyn Shull.  She graduated from Shelbyville HS (1948), then received her teaching degree at Ball State (1952). Marcia retired in 1996 from Martinsville High School after 41 years in education as a teacher, dean, and assistant principal.  

She was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, H. Richard Miles (1996), and her older daughter, Vicki (Miles) Barker (2002). She is survived by her younger daughter, Tera Miles; two grandchildren, Stephanie Barker and Sam Barker; three nieces, Pamela James, Nancy Rian, and Jalane Tittle; and a nephew, Mauri Butler. 

Marcia was a wonderful wife, mother, teacher, and friend. She loved teaching young people, volunteering, spending time with her many devoted friends, watching IU basketball, and taking care of her family and as many dogs as she could handle. She spent most of her life at 689 E. Washington St., a home she loved. She got a lot of help from many neighbors and friends. Her family will always be grateful to them for their kindness and support.

Services will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 31, at Flanner Buchanan – Broad Ripple, 1305 E. Broad Ripple Ave., with visitation from 1 to 3 p.m.  A private burial will be held in Shelbyville on Monday. Memorial contributions may be sent to the Morgan County Humane Society or the Humane Society of Indianapolis.  Online condolences may be shared at flannerbuchanan.com.