Amy Rose Miller

Born on July 16, 1985, to Veronica Hartman (Terry Hartman) and the late Robert Michael Shaughnessy, Amy was the youngest — the baby of the family — and she wore that title with pride and fire. From the start, she was whip-smart, hilarious, and unapologetically herself. She challenged every rule, questioned everything, and made her presence known in the most unforgettable ways. Stubborn in all the best ways and clever beyond her years, Amy had a mind that never slowed down and a sense of humor that could turn any moment into a performance. She made her mother laugh, worry, roll her eyes, and beam with pride — often all at once.

Amy carried her Irish roots proudly — with fire, wit, and unshakable resilience. She was grit wrapped in grace. She was also a daddy’s girl through and through, forever her father’s “Brown Eyed Girl.” His memory lived in her — in her quick comebacks, in her love of old songs, and in the fierce pride she had in being a Shaughnessy.

Amy was fiercely intelligent — quick-witted, deeply thoughtful, and endlessly curious. She brought that brilliance into her work in the medical field, where her sharp mind and compassionate heart met in service to others. Whether solving problems or advocating for patients, Amy made an impact wherever she went. She never stopped learning and never stopped caring.

She was the devoted mother to Benjamin Theodore Miller and William Maximus Miller — the very center of her universe. Her boys were her anchor, her muse, her reason for everything. She raised them with wild love, deep thought, and endless creativity, giving them a home full of music, laughter, and courage.

Benjamin inherited her deep love of music — a thoughtful listener, always drawn to the lyrics that told a story. He shares her sharp sense of humor and unmistakable sense of style — that cool, effortless individuality that never tried too hard and never missed. William carries her wild heart — adventurous, bright-eyed, always ready to explore something new or ask the unexpected question. And he has her infectious laugh — the kind that lights up a room and lingers in memory.

Every birthday was a masterpiece in their home — each cake handmade and full of love, decorated with joy and intention. Her artistry shone through in those moments, in the flour and frosting, the little details that only a mother thinks to include. She built a world for them where creativity was expected, curiosity was welcomed, and love was loud and vibrant.

Amy was one of the unforgettable Shaughnessy girls, a dynamic pair with her sister Erin Shaughnessy (Chris Malott). Their bond was unbreakable — built on endless love, countless cups of coffee, long car rides, inside jokes, late-night talks, and unwavering support. She was also a loving sister to Melissa Welsh (Willow Martin), and a proud aunt to Celeste Welsh, Elliana Malott, Emelia Malott, and Evan Malott — always encouraging their creativity, sharing in their love of fun and make-believe, and cheering them on with fierce devotion and a heart full of love.

Music pulsed through her life. Ted Leo, Bob Dylan, Cat Stevens, The Queers — these were the sounds of her soul. A lyric she loved, shouted at shows and whispered in tough moments:

"Even when the world's falling down on me

You can't tell me who I'm supposed to be."

– Ted Leo

Amy lived that line — refusing to be boxed in, always her own person. She had impeccable style: punk rock to the bone, but never without elegance. Think: vintage tees, tailored jackets, a bold red lip, and always — always — a pair of well-worn Converse. She made it look effortless because for her, it was.

She had a laugh that could stop you in your tracks — loud, warm, and real. It could turn a bad day around and make even strangers feel like they belonged. She loved deeply, joked sharply, and made everything — even pain — feel poetic. There was tragedy in her beauty, and beauty in how she faced tragedy.

Amy shared the past year of her life with her fiancé, Matt. Often traveling and experiencing new destinations and cultures.

There are no easy goodbyes for someone like Amy. She was electric, unforgettable, and deeply loved. She will be missed in ways words can’t hold — but her voice, her laugh, her songs, and her stories live on in every heart she touched.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to support her children’s college education.

https://gofund.me/c32baee4