Lacee Shardae Miller-Parvinen, 25, of Helena, passed away unexpectedly at home on October 19, 2011.
She was born to Rose Miller and Dennis Parvinen on July 6, 1986 in Helena, MT. She graduated from Capital High School and attended UM-Helena’s
nursing program.
Lacee was the sweetest, most spirited person we have ever had the privilege of knowing. She loved her mom, babies, the Green Bay Packers, her cat Henry, her ferret Calamity Jane and all her family and friends. Lacee had an enormous love for animals, especially puppies. Lacee dedicated much of her time taking care of, and feeding homeless pets. She also loved going to the duck pond with her mother to feed the ducks. Lacee enjoyed traveling, especially with her father across the country in his Big Rig. She also loved going to Seattle to visit her extended family and friends. She brightened every room with her big smile and her infectious laughter. She may have been pint sized, yet, she was larger than life. She fought her cystic fibrosis with bravery and showed us all that if a 90-pound snot-nose punk kid can show that much courage, we can all face life’s challenges too. She wasn’t here for a long time, but she was here for a good time.
She is survived by her mother, Rose Miller, father Dennis Parvinen, grandparents Wayne and Ann Miller and Mary Ann Parvinen, great grandmother, Rose Miller, brothers Trevor, Tagert and Taustin, as well as
numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and an extended family.
A viewing will be held on Thursday, October 27, 2011 at Retz Funeral Home Chapel from 11-5p.m. with family receiving friends from 5-7 p.m. A funeral Mass will be held at 12 noon, Friday, October 28, 2011 at the Cathedral of St. Helena with a reception to follow at the Brondel Center in the lower level of the Cathedral. Memorials in Lacee’s name may be sent to an organization of donor’s choice. To offer a condolence or share a memory of Lacee, please visit: www.retzfuneralhome.com.
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Celeste Rogers says
Dear Rose,
I am so sorry that you have lost the light of your life. Your are in my thoughts and prayers.
With love….
Shannon Throm Hahn says
Dennis & Rose,
My Thoughts and Prayers are with you both. What a beautiful girl.
Shannon
Aunt Katy says
I will miss you forever Lacee Loo!
donna burleigh says
So sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless you and keep you.
Dan and Cheri Raulston says
To Lacee Miller’s family. We are so deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this sad time in your lives. Lacee was loving and always had a smile on her face whenever I saw her. She will be greatly missed my all that new and loved her. I am so sorry for your loss. If there is anything that we can do for you let us know. Prayers for your famliy.
Rick and Shanna Carnley says
Lacee was a little ray of sunshine. We are so sorry for your loss.
Adrian Buchholdt says
Our love and prayers our with you through this sorrowful time.. God bless you and your families.
Melinda Berg says
Thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I had the privelage of meeting and playing with Lacee when we were little. She lit up the room with sunshine.
Your friends at Healthcare for the Homeless says
Dear Ann,Wayne,Rose,Tammy and David
The entire team at Healthcare for the Homeless sends you its heartfelt condolences. We are with you during this difficult time. Do not hesitate to ask us for anything at all. We ask God to send you His blessings in these tough times and that Lacey’s soul finds peace.
Cecelia Hickman-McDevitt says
Lacee was a brave and lovely young lady. We will always remember her warmth, enthusiasm and beautiful smile.
Liz Cornish says
I remember meeting Lacee last Thanksgiving when Rose was kind enough to have my family and I over to dinner. I wish I had gotten to know her better – our only major disagreement would have been on football as I am a devout Patriots fan.
I admire Lacee for the fight she showed and how she made the most of her life.
Tina, my deepest condolences on the loss of your girl and know that you will meet again. Until then keep those memories because as long as you do Lacee is never really gone.
My deepest condolences to the rest of the family as well.
Mary & Dane Sark says
Rose our deepest sympathy to you and your family. She was a very sweet young lady.
Ann Womack says
While reading my aunt Winnifred Crowley’s obituary, I noticed and read Lacee’s obit…what a beautiful and precious daughter she must have been….just had to let you know she is okay now…..There are so many animals in Heaven for her to look after….
Ann Womack
San Antonio, Texas
Della Dobbins says
Dennis & Rose I’m so sorry for your loss. Lacee was such a beautiful girl. She always had a such a cute smile. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Della
Jennifer Murray says
Condolences