Roberta Bea Doss

Roberta Bea Doss, fondly known to her family and friends as Bea, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and cherished memories. Born on March 6, 1937, in the warm embrace of Tupelo, Mississippi, Bea was the daughter of the late Henry Lee Doss Sr. and Georgia Lee Doss. Her life was a tapestry of treasured moments shared with family and friends, woven together with kindness and joy. Bea is remembered with deep affection by her surviving children: Judy Doss, Ronney McMiller, Marcus McMiller, Mitchell McMiller, Christopher (Jacquie) McMiller, Tonya Croft, and Jamal Starks. She was the beloved grandmother to Travis Doss, Kentral Doss, Lauren, India, Alexis, Erin, Jade, Christopher, Monique, LeRon, and Ray Ray, and a dear great-grandmother to many great-grandchildren. Bea was a devoted sister to Vivian McMiller, Agnes R. Scott, Wash (Dorothy) Rucker, Thelma Walls, Beatrice Starks, Mae West (Eddie Williams), Louella (James) White, Betty (Larry) Means, Ruth Jones, Renea (James) McCain, Walter (Lena) McMiller, Jessie (Terry) McMiller, Mitchell McMiller, and Bruce McMiller. Her nieces, nephews, and numerous other relatives and friends will miss her dearly. Preceding her in death are her parents; her son, Micheal McMiller; her daughter, Donna McMiller; her siblings, Henry (Vivian) McMiller Jr., Juanita McMiller, Marene Billingsley, and Edmond Kliley; her son-in-law, Micheal Doss; her grandmother, Lula Carter; her niece, Sheneka Rucker; and her nephew, Bryon Ashmore “Bear”. Bea's life was one of vibrant interests and simple joys. She found delight in cooking and decorating, creating warm and welcoming spaces for her loved ones. Her keen eye for treasures led her on many adventures through thrift stores, and her passion for sports was evident as she avidly watched football, basketball, and even wrestling. Above all, Bea cherished the time spent with her family, whose love was the true anchor in her life. The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Horizon Home Care Hospice for their support and care during Bea’s time of need, and to Froedtert Hospital for the compassion and dedication shown to Bea and her family. A service to celebrate Bea's remarkable life will be held on November 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM at Krause Funeral Home, located at 21600 West Capitol Drive in Brookfield, Wisconsin, 53072. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to a charity of your choice, in remembrance of Bea's generous spirit. Though Bea has departed from this world, her memory will forever remain in the hearts of those she touched with her warmth, wisdom, and unwavering love.