Ruby Jewell Miller

Ruby Jewell Miller

11/03/1947 - 07/11/2025

Ruby Jewell Miller

11/03/1947 - 07/11/2025


In honor of a life beautifully lived and a heart deeply loved, we celebrate the legacy of Ruby Jewell Miller. Known as the sweetest little lady with a big spirit, a loving heart, and a sassy spark, Ruby filled every space with love, laughter, humor, and kindness. On July 11, 2025, Heaven gained one of its very best.

Ruby was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, friend, and neighbor. She was a “Momma” to many, always ready with a warm hug or a listening ear.

She is preceded in death by her husbands, Jack Goodman, Jack Livers, and Pete Miller; her beloved daughter, Chrissy Miller-Sniffen; her parents, Earl and Marie Bentley; her siblings, Carlos Lewis, Jackie Bentley, and Larry “Butch” Bentley; and her sisters-in-law, Diana Bentley and Ora Lewis.

Those left to carry her light forward include her brother, Claude Lewis; her children, Tommy Goodman (Kelly), Jacquelyn Bruder (Allen), Lisa Stirneman (Kevin), and her son-in-law, Russ Sniffen. Her grandchildren—Michael Dowell, Lindsey Goodman, Chris Stirneman, Corey Stirneman, Amelia Bruder, and Madison Bruder—were the pride of her heart, as was her great-grandson, Carter Dowell.

A very special thank-you goes to her nephew and devoted caregiver, Jay Bentley, whose love and attention brought Ruby comfort, laughter, and peace. She also leaves behind a large, loving extended family and many dear friends.

Ruby chose cremation, and a celebration of life will be held on August 10th from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Local 862 UAW Hall, located at 3000 Fern Valley Rd, Suite 100, Louisville, KY 40213.

In lieu of flowers, please honor Ruby’s memory by showing kindness to a neighbor, hugging your loved ones a little tighter, or sharing a cup of coffee or a prayer with someone in need—just like she would have.

Condolences (5)



Robert Dale Payne Jr

Ruby Jewel Miller, is indeed a Miller of Ruby Jewels.
Jack Livers, Peter, and the Miller family were successful American Patriots, they were given the task of jewel Millers and moon shiners. I witnessed for Ruby during her final years, and yes we were successful in the creation of a new church, a moon shine still, and the recovery of a great treasure considered one of the greatest American Jewels ever discovered. I stood with Ruby and faught the devil himself, she was tough as nails. She saved my life and the lives of many others.
Ruby Miller is the closest thing we had to an American saint.

Tammy Standard

Ruby was such a sweet lady she will be dearly missed she always has a big smile and hug for me every time I saw her 💞 love you always Ruby 💟

Bunny Griffin

I will miss Ruby she was the sweetest sister-in-law anyone could ask for I an so sorry for your loss you all will be in my thoughts and prayers

Tony Whitaker

I remember when she asked me to draw a rooster for her kitchen cabinet doors

Deborah Patterson Caldwell

She is dearly missed. A beautiful part of our legacy.