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Robert Miller Obituary

Miller, Robert C.

Age 89 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2014. Robert was born on November 4, 1924, to Cranson and Ellamae (Yordan) Miller. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his loving wife of over 45 years, Margaret Latham Miller in 1996 and son David Miller in 2008. Robert is survived by his daughters, Wendy Miller of Gilford, NH and Amy Miller of Marlborough, NH; sisters, Evesta Wheet of Elmira, NY, Nancy Russell of Rock Stream, NY; several nieces and nephews; and the several exchange students to whom, over the years, he and his wife opened their hearts and home. Robert was a member of Our Saviour's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Horseheads. He was a retired inside lineman with NYTEL and AT&T. He was also a veteran of the US Navy. He was very involved, along with his wife, in his personal ministry of assisting and nurturing the various exchange students hosted in their home during the 1980's and 1990's. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St. Horseheads on Monday Oct. 27, 2014 from 2-4:00 p.m. His service will follow at 4:00 p.m. with their close family friends, Rev. Patricia and Rev. Keith Pittsnogle officiating. Interment will take place in Maple Grove cemetery at the convenience of the family. Those wishing may make memorials in Robert's memory to Gettysburg Lutheran Seminary/Lay School of Theology Scholarship Fund 61 Seminary Ridge, Gettysburg, PA 17325 or CareFirst 11751 East Corning Rd. Corning, NY 14830 Condolences and remembrances at www.barberfuneralhome.com

Published by Star-Gazette from Oct. 25 to Oct. 27, 2014.
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Bob, you have looked into the face of Our Lord - whom you faithfully served with grace. Rest in peace, saint of God.

Pat & Keith Pittsnogle

October 25, 2014

wendy sorry for ur loss prayers sent ur way phil griffin lake Helen fl

phil griffin

October 25, 2014

I was blessed having served with Bob at OSLC. His mission will go on in all the lives he touched. Thanks, Bob ~
JL McCormick

JeanLarkin McCormick

October 25, 2014

Amy, Wendy and Family so sorry to hear of your dads passing. Know that he is in a better place where he can be with family that fave gone before and watch over you as well.

John Gray

October 25, 2014

We have lost a very very dear friend. His ministry will always remain in our hearts.

Kier and MaryLou Finlayson

October 25, 2014

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