Coral Fern McBeth, 84, of Winfield, Kansas, passed away early Sunday morning, January 31, 2016 at the Kansas Medical Center in Andover, Kansas.

Born August 27, 1931 in Eureka, Kansas, she was the daughter of Ellis and Wilma (Miller) Miller. She was raised and received her education in the Piedmont area and later, Augusta, graduating from Augusta High School.

Coral was united in marriage to Don McBeth In November of 1948. The couple made their home in Augusta for many years. Coral worked as the Transportation Director for Butler County Senior Services. Don preceded her in death.

She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Winfield, and The Winfield Gardennaires, as well as the William Newton Hospital Auxiliary where she volunteered numerous hours working at the snack bar. When in Augusta, Coral was active with the Girl Scout Troops. She enjoyed gardening and volunteering for the state archeological digs. She especially loved to read.

Her family includes:
Her daughter: Gena Miller and husband, Mark of Augusta;
Her sisters: Ruth Scates of Wichita; Jo Schack of Wichita;
Her brother: Jim Miller of Missouri City, TX;
Her grandchildren: Shawn Miller of Augusta and Stefni Hebb of Howard;
Her great grandchildren: Sady Hasting and Dakota Newcombe both of Augusta; Devin and Travis Hebb both of Howard; and
Her beloved nieces and nephews: Rhonda, David, Wayne, Cliff, Brad, Troy, Devin, Dylan and Tracy and many others.

In addition to her parents and husband, Coral was preceded in death by her son, Gary McBeth, and her brother, LaVier Miller.

Services will be held on Thursday, February 4, 2016 at 2:00 P.M. at First Baptist Church in Winfield. Private burial will take place at Union Graham Cemetery. Miles Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.

A memorial has been established in Coral's name for the William Newton Hospital Auxiliary . Contributions maybe made through the funeral home.