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Brett J. Miller

1977 - 2014

Brett J. Miller obituary, 1977-2014, Salt Lake City, UT

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Brett Miller Obituary

1977 ~ 2014
Salt Lake City, Utah-Our dear and most loved son, Brett Jason Miller, passed from this world unexpectedly on December 8, 2014 in Salt Lake City at the age of 37. He was born March 8, 1977 in Salt Lake City to Michael Cannon and Suzanne (Strong) Miller. Brett was an active, loving and gregarious young man. He was an avid cyclist and enthusiastic rock climber. His passion for cars was second-to-none and he found immense joy and solace in building, enhancing and racing many types of high performance vehicles. He had a dry, witty sense of humor and enjoyed making people laugh. While serving a mission for the LDS Church in Jacksonville, FL, he often found ways to incorporate humor into his daily routine, whilst doing the Lord's work, including sending his sister an envelope full of dead crickets in lieu of a letter. Brett's ability to connect and engage with people made him extremely successful in the sales positions he held in top local and global organizations. Brett graduated from Davis High School in Kaysville, UT and earned his B.S. in Sociology from Utah State University. Brett leaves behind his parents, his sisters, Michelle Genna and Melissa "Annie" Miller and his brother, Ryan Miller. He also leaves behind his son, Nolan Gaskill, and his grandmothers, Barbara Cannon Miller and Venice Stayner Strong. His many friends, cousins, aunts and uncles also mourn his passing. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 13, 2014 at 11:00 am at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 South Highland Drive, Salt Lake City. Friends may call Friday from 6:00-8:00 at the mortuary and from 9:45-10:45 am Saturday. Burial will be in Elysian Gardens. The family suggests donations to the U of U Harold G. (Hack) Miller and Gus Uffens Scholarship Fund for medical research.

Published by Deseret News from Dec. 11 to Dec. 12, 2014.
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Brett- I am sorry to learn of your early passing-I remember many good days skateboarding together- You have always been kind to me. I thank you for your friendship and look forward to seeing you again.

Mitch Nelson

August 10, 2016

Just heard. So sorry. May the Lord's great peace find its way to your broken hearts. --Jan Jackson

December 25, 2014

Mike and Susan

We have just heard of the loss of your son. Our hearts are deeply saddened.

In our prayers for you we are asking that you receive comfort, strength and clarity; and that a part of you will be able to both remember the pleasure of your son and that you also will will be able to go forward to nourish each other and the rest of your family.

We will continue to hold you and your family in our hearts and prayers.

Love, Mike and Barbara Fordham

December 15, 2014

Dear Mike and Suzanne, my heart aches for you. I just heard from my parents. How hard it is for us to be so far away. My prayers are with you. Love, Jennifer Peck Beardall

December 14, 2014

Dear Suzanne, Mike and family,
We are deeply saddened by the news of Brett's passing. It doesn't seem natural to have a child go home to our Heavenly Father before us.
May you find comfort in the Savior's plan knowing that you will be with Brett again. We love your family and wish we could be there to express our condolences in person and offer each of you a heartfelt 'hug.'
Please tell Michelle, Ryan and Melissa that we think of them often and hope for a blessing of comfort for them also.
God be with you all.
Elder and Sister Jones (Dan and Joyce)

Dan and Joyce Jones

December 14, 2014

Dear Mike and Suzanne: I just returned home to read the obituary on Bret. I would have loved to attend the funeral but it is now 11:15A.M.
Diane and I express our love and sympathy with best wishes to you and your family. May you be blessed with God's love and grace as you deal with you loss!!! I have found memories of Brett and our discussions regarding his mission in Florida. May God be with you until we meet again. We send our love, your friends forever, the Browns

Lou Brown

December 13, 2014

Mike and Suzanne, I'm at a complete loss for words. It was only last week that i was watching some old videos of Brett and I having fun (being stupid) down at Lake Powell. I will always remember him as the best of friends. So sorry for you loss.

Kyle Rees

December 12, 2014

we remember a little boy that had a knack for digging treasures out of the sand at the beach

If we were there now we would put our arms around you like you put your arms around us those many years ago

God please bless and comfort the miller family

Elder jay and sister Joan

Jay & Joan Peck

December 12, 2014

I remember Brett from our mission in Jacksonville. I never served with him but was around him a number of times in the same districts and zones. So sorry for your loss what a tough thing and unexpected.

Jordan Webb

December 11, 2014

Dearest Bretters, it's been ages since we have seen each other, but you always had a place in my best memories - driving around in your impala, playing pin pong, hiking, rock climbing, arguing life styles and morals, and other various mischief. I am so saddened to learn of your passing, and only hope that you are at peace. Sending love and light to your loved ones.
Molly Chynoweth Prentice

December 11, 2014

So sorry, so sorry. No words.

Barbara Miller

December 11, 2014

Dear Mike and Suzzane; Words cannot express the sorrow I feel at this time for you both. I have faith that Brett is at peace at this time but this leaves an un-fillable hole in our lives. May the knowledge of the Gospel of Jesus Christ provide you comfort at this time.

Mike's cousin, Gary S. Silver, M.D.

December 11, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss, and wish you peace during this difficult time.

Pamela Noorda Andersen

December 11, 2014

We will keep your family in our prayers.

Toby Tennyson

December 10, 2014

Truly sadden for your loss, my condolences to the family. Brett was funny and great guy to be around. I will cherish all the good times we had!

Jonathan Gonzalez

December 10, 2014

Jonathan Gonzalez

December 10, 2014

So very sorry to hear of your loss Suzanne. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Your cousin,
Jay Stayner

Jay Stayner

December 10, 2014

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