Vicki Miller-Murphy, 58, of Ottumwa died at 4:10 a.m. March 22, 2025 at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics in Iowa City.
She was born June 5, 1966 in Ottumwa to Michael and Patricia Rupe Miller. She married Jeff Harreld and they later divorced. She married James Murphy.
Vicki had worked in administration for Ottumwa Regional Health Center and Ottumwa Foot & Ankle Clinic.
She loved spending time at the lake, boating, George Strait and country music and animals, especially her dog, Rowdy. Some of her greatest memories was spending time with her family at Vernfest in Frankford, MO. Vicki had a wonderful personality and was a shining star to everyone.
Surviving are her children, Courtney Harreld (Colton Swanson) and Mika Harreld both of Ottumwa; her father, Michael Miller of Moravia; a granddaughter, Aurora Mullikin; a brother, Preston (Jane) Miller of Ottumwa; a sister, Robyn Miller of Moravia; a niece, Chelsea Miller; and her companion, Earl Behymer of Eddyville.
She was preceded in death by her mother and grandparents, and a sister, Carrie Sue Miller.
Her body has been cremated. A time to celebrate her life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Heartland Humane Society or to the family.
Reece Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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