Claudia Miller, 82, of Groves, died Tuesday, December 13, 2011, at Silsbee Oaks Healthcare facility, Silsbee. Born April 9, 1929, to Maretta and Ralph Jopling in Tenaha, Texas, she was a lifelong resident of the area.  Claudia was a great cook, loved her family and enjoyed gatherings with loved ones, especially Christmas time.

She is survived by her son, Ralph Martin and his wife, Marianne of Lumberton; daughters-in-law, Charlotte Martin and Cheryl Martin; eight grandchildren; and twelve great grandchildren.

Claudia is preceded in death by her husband, H. Paul Martin; and son, Paul Martin.

Her funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, December 16, 2011, at Broussard’s, 505 North 12th Street, Nederland, with interment to follow at Oak Bluff Memorial Park, Port Neches.  A gathering of her family and friends will be from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Thursday, December 15, 2011, at Broussard’s.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 700 North Street, Suite M, Beaumont, Texas 77701.