
In Loving Memory

Shameka Miller
September 22, 1988 — March 28, 2026
It is with profound sadness and a deep sense of loss that we announce the passing of our beloved Shameka Miller, who departed this world on March 28, 2026, at the age of 37. Born on September 22, 1988, in Jackson, Mississippi, Shameka was a beacon of love and compassion whose warmth touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Shameka was the cherished daughter of Ellen and Ervin Walker, who instilled in her the values of kindness, empathy, and selflessness. She grew up surrounded by the love of her family, which included her brothers, Jonathan Smith, Demetrice Lewis, and Corey Smith, and her sisters, Stephanie Smith and Monique Smith. Together, they shared countless memories filled with laughter and love, forming bonds that were both profound and enduring.
In 2021, Shameka married the love of her life, Rodney Miller. Their union was a testament to true companionship, founded on mutual respect, unwavering support, and an abundance of shared joy. Though their time together was cut short, the memories they created will forever remain a cherished part of Rodney’s heart.
Professionally, Shameka dedicated six years as a traveling Certified Nursing Assistant, a role that perfectly matched her nurturing spirit. Her work was not just a job but a calling, allowing her to extend her innate compassion to those in need across many communities. Her patients felt her gentle care and genuine concern, and she derived great fulfillment from making a positive difference in their lives.
Shameka’s life was a testament to the power of love and kindness. She was a person who naturally put others before herself, always ready to offer a listening ear, a comforting word, or a helping hand. Her home was a haven of warmth, where family and friends gathered to create beautiful memories filled with joy and togetherness. Her gentle spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew her, cherished for her ability to make everyone feel seen and valued.
The family of Shameka Miller extends their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who shared in her life. They remember her as the heart of the family, whose love and strength were the foundation upon which they built their lives. Her presence will be deeply missed, but her spirit will continue to live on through the lessons and love she imparted to them. They ask that she be remembered not with sorrow alone, but with the same warmth and joy she brought into their lives.
A celebration of Shameka’s life will be held on April 18, 2026, at 11:10 a.m. at the West Haven Funeral Home, located at 3580 Robinson Street. The family invites all who knew and loved Shameka to join them in honoring her memory, cherishing the warmth and joy she brought into their lives. Shameka will forever be loved, never forgotten, and always carried in their hearts.