Carol Miller, age 72, of Franklin, Indiana, passed away on March 19, 2026. She was born on December 31, 1953 in Franklin, IN to Morris and Leonora Miller, and spent her life bringing kindness, creativity, and joy to everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Carol was an active and beloved member of her community.  She attended Gateway ARC of Johnson County from 1982 to 2020, where she formed lasting friendships and touched countless lives. Throughout her life, Carol worked at several local organizations, including NSK, KYB, Hickory Creek Nursing Home and Earlywood Education. In each role, she was known for her dedication, her warmth and her steady presence. Her volunteer work reflected her generous spirit—she could often be found helping at the lemonade stand at the Johnson County 4-H Fair and supporting athletes and events with the Johnson County Special Olympics.

She had a gift for finding happiness in simple pleasures. Carol loved spending time with friends and especially enjoyed bowling, with the family bowling league holding a special place in her heart. She was happiest when creating—painting, ceramics, and crafts of all kinds filled her days with color and purpose. Her love of flowers and birds added beauty to her world and to those around her.

Carol is survived by her siblings Merrill Miller (Kim) of Peoga, IN, Terry Miller (Donna) of Trafalgar, IN, Chelsea Miller (Becky) of Trafalgar, IN and Wanda Miller Smith (Mel) of Trafalgar, IN and Beverly Hutton of Morgantown, IN, several nieces and nephews, who will forever cherish her memory and the love she shared so freely. Her life was one of kindness, creativity, and connection. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.

She was preceded by her parents and a sister Regina Brice. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Gateway Services/The ARC of Johnson County, P.O. Box 216, Franklin, IN 46131.

Pastor Steve Smith will conduct a service on Monday, March 30, 1t 1:30 P.M. at Swartz Family Community Mortuary and Memorial Center, 300 South Morton Street, Franklin, IN 46131 and will be live-streamed at www.swartzmortuary.com/obituary/carolmiller. Friends may call from 11:00 A.M. until service time on Monday at the mortuary. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens in Greenwood, Indiana. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.swartzmortuary.com. Information 317-738-0202.