Miriam Field will be remembered by all those who knew her for her generosity of spirit, her wit, and the unique manner she lifted up everyone she cared for. Only 39 at her passing on September 16th 2024, she is mourned for leaving this realm too early, with so much benefit to give, and so much growth to realize.
A bright candle born at home, Miriam lit up any room she was in, and was passionate about many things, often convincing those around her to shift their views, or to engage fully in the project at hand. She spent her career lifting up those with special needs to abilities and confidences they had not known. She organized, funded, and directed a nonprofit, Mainline Harm Reduction, which provided access to clean resources and care for the underserved drug-using community. She befriended those who others had marginalized, and with compassion, offered them comfort and dignity.
Miriam sought out adventure and tests of her own strength, sometimes traveling for days across rural America camping and rock-climbing. Often she did this with her two beloved sons, Devin and Avery Field, and always with her dog, Poppy. Her adventurous spirit was a central part of who she was, strong, fearless, always open to pushing boundaries. She also loved to sing, especially with her sisters, and garden, and had a knack for giving thoughtful, hand-crafted gifts.
She was curious, quick-witted, enthusiastic, and charming. Mournfully, Miriam is survived by her two sons, all five of her siblings, her parents, her husband, and a close knit cadre of friends, all who cared for her deeply, often across distance and time. Those who knew Miriam rejoice in their memories and the experience of feeling her love, and mourn a future without her compassion, her humor, and her drive, and mourn deeply the connection and reconciliations prayed and hoped for.
She has left our sphere too early, with still so much to see, feel, accomplish, and express.
In lieu of flowers, the family has set up a fund to support her final arrangements including her sons honoring her memory by traveling to distribute her ashes in some of the places she loved most. Click here to contribute.
A celebration of life service is planned for Miriam on her birthday, May 24th, 2025, at Percy Warner State Park at 6 PM CDT. Please check the following website for more details and updates: Click here for more information.
This obituary was published by Phillips-Robinson Funeral Home – Nashville Chapel.
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