Kathryn Stip Miller 84 of Rochester, MN died after a short illness Wednesday (August 10, 2016) at Seasons Hospice House surrounded by her family.

Kathryn was born in Howard, SD to Dena & Bernard Stip on April 8, 1932. She loved gardening, helping her brothers farm in SD, going to garage sales, and spending time with her family.

Kathryn is survived by her two sons, James (Robin) Miller of Fountain City, WI John (Patty) Miller of Rochester, MN. Eight grandchildren Matthew Miller, Michael (Abby) Miller, Bobbi, (Joe) Frahm, Andrew (Jessica) Miller, Chellie Miller, Jeremy Paulson, Blaine Paulson& Casey Paulson. Ten great grandchildren Landon, Jayden, Keagan, Brianna, Chayse, Pierce, Cole. Addison, Elliott and Abigail. One sister Wilma Jorgenson of Montrose, SD.

She is preceded in death by her husband Donald W. Miller, her son Gary Miller of Rochester, MN and three brothers Art Stip, Milo Stip, Don Stip all of Madison, SD.

Kathryn's family would like to extend a special thank-you to the caregivers at Season's Hospice Home of Rochester for their superior quality care.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

Macken Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements and online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com