Oscar Benny Miley

Oscar Benny Miley, 93, of Petersburg, Indiana, passed away on March 11, 2026, at Amber Manor Care Center. Born on June 28, 1932, to Troy and Mary Marie (Fowler) Miley, he married Thelma Berniece West on February 28, 1953. Oscar spent his life as a farmer and carpenter before retiring from the maintenance staff at Petersburg Elementary School. A longtime member of the Rumbletown Free Methodist Church, he was known for his steady presence, quiet strength, and deep devotion to his family and faith.

He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Berniece Miley; their daughter, Sandra (Terry) Hedges; granddaughter Mindi (Brad) Morris; great-grandchildren Andrew and Grace Morris; sister Tess Kinder; and many extended family members and friends. Oscar was preceded in death by his son, Michael E. Miley; son-in-law Ken Greubel; his parents; and six siblings.

Those who knew him will remember a man who lived with humility and purpose, finding joy in the land he worked, the structures he built, and the family he cherished for more than seven decades.