Having to say farewell after 50 years of friendship is unbelievably hard. The first of everything is like a fresh wound  Only now, on your birthday, have I been able to finally come to grips with saying "goodbye". I'll always miss the cards, emails, and phone calls. No one else quite fills your spot. I have talked to Tom several times and will continue to stay in touch with Kim and Cynnie through him.....until we meet on the other side.

I am thinking of my dear friend 
Doris Miree.  The holidays are a time to reflect.  I am doing just that.  God bless each of you who are still feeling the loss. I tried calling you Thomas a few months ago just to see how you were doing. There was no response.  Please know each of you are in my prayers.  Sincerely

In remembrance of a woman who left an impact on the lives of all who knew her. Your light will forever shine in my heart.

My heart is heavy as I just came upon the news of the passing of my dearest teacher, mentor, and friend, Mrs. Miree.  She was my high school teacher in Philadelphia.  When she moved to Michigan, we became penpals.  I have a card here ready to be mailed for her birthday on Friday...I will continue to treasure our friendship and the lessons she continued to share over the many years we have known one another.  All the best to the family.

Mrs. Miree was an amazing teacher.   So sad to hear that she has past on,  her memories and what she taught me in high school has lasted throughout my life.  Many blessing to your family, as you have seen she has touched so many hearts! I remember her telling me not to play crazy in her classroom.. good times, wish I could see her again to tell her how much she impacted me and that I use her saying all the time !

Mrs. Miree was my favorite teacher at Belleville high school, she taught me how to type and how to stifle, I hope my grammar is correct or she will break out that red pen that was all over most of my papers in her English class. I was very sad to hear about this, I will always remember her big smile.

It has been more than a month since I lost one of the dearest friends I have known.  My heart goes out you, Thomas, your beautiful and bright daughters,  and grand children who were her pride and joy.  I am thinking of each of you and know what the feeling of loss is.  Over the years, Doris and I laughed together and shared honors at Alabama State University during our graduation.  Looking at the smile on her face, and looking at  pictures with that same smile on each of her daughters' faces, I know she will always be with us.  She will live on in the words of wisdom she spoke, the dry humor she so freely gave, and the love she had for her family, church, friends, and sorority.  
Please know I loved your wife and mother who was a dedicated soror and devoted friend.  God bless each of you.  
Sincerely, 
Patsy Boyd Parker, Opelika, Alabama

I pray for comfort to all family and friends that held Mrs Miree in their hearts.  She played a large roll in my high school years growing up and making choices for the direction of my life.  She touched many and will be missed much.  Gods comfort and blessings to you all.

My heart is very heavy in discovering accidentally my favorite teacher, mentor and friend has departed this life. Mrs. Miree was my teacher when I was a student at Martin Luther King High School located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania during 1975 through 1977. I was enrolled in the school's first Cooperative Office Education Program of which she was the teacher, Coordinator and my 2nd Mom. My 1977 class was the first graduating class from the school at that time. As my teacher, she impacted my life so positively, we have remained in touch until lately when I was unable to contact her through many efforts.  My mother died in April of this year and I have tried to let her know.  Now I say Hallelujah because she and my Momma are together again!  To the family, my sincere condolences to you.  I thank God for allowing me to know this beautiful woman.  She is and will always hold a very special place in my heart. I now ask the Lord to  comfort and strengthen you just as He continues to bring me through this difficult time.  God Bless You Always.

"To Thomas Miree and Family, offering condolences and peace in the loss of your love one.  Love and Blessings to you all."

Rest in Peace Ms Miree, God loves you morer.

Thomas, you and your family have our deepest sympathy. Eddie and Louise (Hall) Fletcher.

My sister friend I miss you terribly.  We will meet again, in the sweet by and by. It was a honor to be in your women's circle.  Every stitch I take will remind me of our friendship.

To the family of Soror Miree, her sense of humor will be missed. Soror Miree had a lot of pizazz, I will cherish my short but sweet memories we shared.  During my intake process into DST, I often talked about my home city "Chicago".  She later started calling my "Ms. Chicago".  I am sure there is one more star in the sky shining bright.

To my friend, mentor teacher, and my underground member.  Dorr is I will forever miss you. Only God would take a precious flower. May the Grace of God be with the family. Dorris thanks for teaching me the principles of good teaching, and how to challenge all students. LOVE ALWAYS, YOUR FRIEND FOR LIFE, JOSEPH BATTS,

Our sympathy to the family of such a kind and wonderful woman.  I knew Doris most as a central church figure for youth growing up in Ann Arbor. Always with a smile, lots of patience and an abundance of creativity, she sparked learning and self-confidence.  She created community as she touched hundreds of lives and for this we are indebted. She will be missed.

To the family Soror Miree 

I will miss Soror Miree's compassion and sense of humor: Soror Miree sent me an e-mail and she misspelled my first name. I responded to the e-mail, but correcting the spelling (capitalizing the letters misspelled). After being corrected, she would always greet me "hello Jeannette, with two n's." I will miss you, Soror Miree.

I am praying for God's peace and love for the Scott and Miree family.

Mrs. Miree strongly encourgaed me to memorize my speeches and words to songs, stand up straight, don't look down (focus on the clock) sit still and no talking during service. More than a Sunday School teacher...she was another mother, a role model, and an example how a lady should present herself.

With sympathy and prayers,

Loved you my little sister. You will be sorely missed.

Doris was a very bright, caring, giving and inspirational woman. Her Mother, Mary Scott played a huge role in my life. She was a second Mother to me growing up. Obviously Doris had all of her Mother's wonderful traits. Love and Prayers to the family, Mary Ellen Dendy Harp  Atlanta, Ga.

To The Miree Family,
We the Eugene G. Williams Sr. family extends our prayers and support in your loss. Mrs. Miree was a dedicated soldier for the Lord. She has now received her reward in glory. May God rest her soul.

A great loss and so sorry to hear about Doris.  She was a great lady with a personality to match.  Enjoyed her cards through the years talking about her family.  We send sympathy to the entire family.  
Cal and Barb Brendtke oxox

Doris, I will truly miss your spirit, calm and sense of humor. Tom, you and your family are in my prayers and know that Doris has a permanent piece of my heart and spirit. I will always remember the days that she struggle to learn how to make that first major quilt as I looked over her shoulder and encouraged her every step.

Doris, my friend, quilting student and confident. I miss you terribly, your sense of humor and your gentle spirit. Tom and the rest of your family are in my prayers. Know that Doris has a permanent place in my heart and spirit. My deepest condolences to you.

A wonderful woman and Sunday School Teacher.

We extend our deepest sympathy to Tom, Kim, Cynthia and the entire Miree family in the loss of your wife, mother, grandmother, and the love of your lives. Our family came to know Doris thru Bethel AME Church Sunday School and Vacation Bible School, where her contributions to both made her a giant to children and adults alike. We will always cherish her playing the piano and bring new and joyful songs for the Sunday school to sing -- The psalmist writes “happy are those that shout and sing together for joy”.  Doris was also a tremendous contributor to the numerous Christmas and Easter programs. The dedication Doris had for the Sunday school and the children was unmatched. 

Love Always,
Ronald & Lillie Brown Family
May 17, 2014

Tom, Kim, and Cynthia May GOD bless and keep you during this time of sorrow. My heart is heavy, but earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.

Mrs. Miree, i will miss you. I graduated in 1991, and you made it happen for me, you were one touch teacher, but it was worth it. Thank you so much for all your teaching and knowledge. You will be truelly missed. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication in teaching. From the bottom of my heart, thank you, and one day i will see you again

When I think of Doris, I see that nice, warm smile that she almost always had on her face.  After reading all the comments from her family, friends and former students, I have few words left to add except she was one of the most kind, thoughtful, patient, wonderful people I had the pleasure of knowing on the staff at BHS.  The world will very definitely not be a better place with her gone.

To the family of such an inspiring woman.  Mrs. Mire was my business co-op teacher, her wisdom and strength has been my foundation my entire career.  I  owe her so much for the skills she trained me to be the person I am today.  To her children, I  am a child of a teacher from van Buren public schools, living in the legacy of a great mentor/parent, I hope these words find you peace at such a difficult time. When my dad passed I had numerous students tell me how my dad changed their life.  Those words filled my heart with joy. I know you know how great your mother was, but Mrs. Miree was an inspiration to us all.  Thank you for sharing her with us.  I must tell you that I met my husband in her class, we will be married 3 years this October.  Another reason I am so blessed to have known Mrs. Miree.  My payers are with you

My thoughts and prayers go out to all Mrs. Miree family and friends.  She was my only teacher my senior year since I was part of the co-op program that she encouraged me to do.  I am forever thankful for that excellent advise.  I remember being so happy to have her be the teacher who handed me my diploma at graduation.  She was a truly remarkable women and teacher.

Doris will always be the lady who loved red and how wonderful to see her in pictures wearing her favorite color.  I am fortunate to have known Doris during sewing and embroidery classes.  I will always remember her peace, tranquility and positive spirit.  In addition to the "well that's just something we don't need to worry about now do we?" saying.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.  She will be missed

Mrs. Miree was the hardest teacher I ever had but also my favorite.  We were lucky to have such a wise teacher.  My prayers and the the hope of peace for the family.

To my Miree Family - Dad, Kim, Cynthia and family:  You all have our heartfelt condolences and prayers for strength and comfort during this time as you have suffered the loss of your wonderful wife, mother, and a beloved mentor, friend and second mom to me.

As you know, "Mrs. M" meant the world to me, and my family.  We loved her dearly.  She entered my life as my 9th grade typing teacher and as she continued to teach me, so much, throughout high school about English, life, and generosity of spirit, she evolved to be my mentor, a nurturing second mom and trusted confidant.  She was a true woman of God, and such a blessing in my life.  Her love and endless support throughout my life continuously encouraged me to be strong, focused and thoughtful.  She always made me feel loved and part of the family.  Thank you so much for sharing her with me and welcoming me into your family so long ago.  

May your happiest memories, faith and the prayers and support of family and friends who love you, sustain you during this time and always.  May God bless you and keep you in His care now and forever.  
With Love from Donyala and Family


Dear Miree family, our deepest sympathy for your loss.  Our prayers are with you in this difficult time.  We were your neighbors for many years and were fortunate to know Doris for the wonderful person she was.  Farewell Soror.  
Marta and Wendell Barron.

Cynthia/Addington and family:

I am so very sorry for your loss.  Thinking of you at this tough time.  My deepest condolences and prayers are with you all.

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Mrs. Miree was my 12th grade English teacher way back in 1989.  She was my favorite teacher and a thorn in my side all at the same time. I had to rewrite my senior term paper. At the time I was devastated, but also knew I did not give her the best paper either. I was panicked, but it was rewrite or I was not going to pass. She never told me my grade, I had to find out from the counseling office what my grade was for the class. I was so mad. But, I never wrote a bad paper again. Every time I wrote a paper, I would always ask myself "Is it Mrs. Miree good enough."
I consider her one of the greatest influences on my life as a person and a teacher.  She demanded respect and she got it in return. May you rest in peace Mrs. Miree, and may your red pen never run dry.

My prayers are with your family at this difficult time. May God's peace & grace keep you.

I was a student of Mrs. Miree in 1989. I was a terrible student. I remember her sign over the clock in the classroom: "Clock-watchers! Time will pass. Will you? I also remember the mason jar with smelly socks in it. 

I remember trying to fake my way through a final research paper. She knew it. My work was mediocre. The format was a disaster. I nearly failed my senior year of high school because I was failing her class and needed that credit. I remember begging her to let me pass. I called her at home and even made her favorite cookies. She awakened me to my potential. 

She said: "Michael, you are a sorry student. You will go home and apologize to your parents for being such a sorry student. I will call them at 8 a.m. the next day. If you have not apologized to them, you will fail. Do not call my bluff." Well, I apologized. She called. I passed...barely. That conversation caused me to wake up. She realized I was capable of doing so much more than I was producing. She drew the potential out of me.

All these many years later when I am asked about the people who made the biggest difference in my life, I ALWAYS include: Mrs. Miree. She taught me to put forth my best effort.

Today, I have earned three graduate degrees and am nearly finished with my professional doctorate. 

Someday in glory, I hope to greet her and say: THANK YOU!

Michael Potter, class of 1989, Belleville High School

Dear Tom and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Doris' death. We were friends in the spirit and quilting. You have my prayers.

To Tom, and the Family,

We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Words cannot express the sadness we feel for you dealing with the death of Doris. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. She indeed was very special and we will miss her.

Tom and family,
I was very sorry to hear this news.
Jane Talcott

Dear Tom and family, I am so sorry to hear about Doris' passing.  May your memories comfort you at this difficult time and in the days to come.

So very sorry for your loss. May God bless you and keep you. Soror Jerilyn Cross Lynn

To Tom, Kim, Cynthia and Family,

   There are no words to adequately express how sorry  and heartbroken we are over the loss of Doris.  She was such a special person in our lives and we will miss her dearly and remember her fondly.
    We hope you find peace and comfort in her memory and healing in time.

With our love,
Ruth and Hollis

Cynthia, You are in my prayers. Your mother loved you very much and was always so proud of you. God's speed . 
Karen Jones Stewart

OBITUARY

Mrs. Doris Scott Miree

January 2, 1941 – May 11, 2014

Muehlig Funeral Chapel

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