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Thomas Miller Obituary

MILLER Thomas Lawrence Miller, 69, of Pataskala, passed away on October 21, 2012. Born on March 7, 1943 to the late Louis and Barbara (Johnyak) Miller in Barberton, Ohio. Tom graduated from Norwayne High School. He was very kind and loving, especially to his wife Orfelina, his children and grandchildren. Served in the US Air Force for 4 years, pursued his Bachelor's degree in Political Science at The Ohio State University and remains an avid Buckeye Fan. He was a person that will do anything he can to help others. He's well known in the community especially in the Philippine and Asian community. He will be greatly missed. He is served by wife of 42 years, Orfelina (Rosales) Miller; son, Richard (Julie) Miller; and daughter, Sherri Miller; grandchildren, Alexander, Maxwell and Zachary; siblings, Robert, Steven and Leslie Smeller, Judy Davisson; many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at KAUBER-SAMMONS FUNERAL HOME, Pataskala on Saturday, October 27, 2012 from 2 p.m. until time of service at 4 p.m. with Pastor John Hays officiating. Memorial contributions may be directed to PASCO P.O. Box 14271, Columbus, Ohio 43214. An online memorial will be located at www.kaubersammons.com.

Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 24 to Oct. 25, 2012.
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Even though we are far away in distance, our sadness and tears are no less for you and your family on the loss of your husband and father. Tom was such a wonderful man. We all have good memories of him through the years. He was so involved in the PASCO organization. I know that Virgil enjoyed working with him so much on Ameri-Flora and the Asian Festivals and all of the other activities. I am sure that everyone appreciated his dedication to the Filipino community and to his family. For me, he was always a welcome face in the crowd, sometimes he and I were the only two people in the room with light hair! He was always so nice to me, making me feel welcome at the parties, especially when Virgil and I were first dating and going to the PASCO events. It was so nice of him to always talk to me. My boys recalled going to your home and farm for Pig Roasts and also to pick strawberries. They were young but they really enjoyed picking the strawberries with grandma and making dessert for everyone at her house. I know that Dr. V. thought the world of Tom too, that just goes without saying and Lina is heartbroken for you. Our tears could fill a river right now and we wish we could be there for you in person but our thoughts and prayers will have to do for now in this time of grief. May your wonderful memories of him bring you comfort now and the love of your family, friends and the Lord Jesus Christ fill you up with only joy and the peace that this world cannot give. We have never forgotten you, Tom or your children. Sending love to you from our family, Virgil, Sharon, Michael and Daniel Villavecer Also Rosalina Villavecer and Elena Dulay

Sharon Villavecer

October 30, 2012

I am so sorry to hear that Tom has passed over and in such a hard way. Orfie, you and Tom were such a fun filled blessing to all of us at the Jitterbug Cafe and in the Sockhop Club in Columbus. I miss you and will always carry with me, only the most pleasant thoughts of the happiness you and Tom shared. He would not want you to be afraid, Orfie, but will watch over you always.

Sandra Bell

October 28, 2012

We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with Dr. Miller and his family and friends. May God be with you.

Sherry Hart & Iris Lawson

October 27, 2012

God Bless the family. I will miss you Tom where our business together became friendship. I will do whatever I can to help your family.

Jeremy Nestor

October 27, 2012

We are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. We have such fond memories when we were preparing for the Nipa Hut for the July 4th parade. Tom, may your body and soul rest in peace.
Orfie, may God grant you peace and understanding during this time of griefing.

Larry and Myrna Pangalangan (Hilliard, Oh)

October 27, 2012

My heartfelt sympathies to all the family. Tom taught me a lot about construction/carpentry when I worked for him in high school. This tragedy caused me to reflect on many memories, but here are a few to note:
• My first week on the job, after he taught me how to work a circular saw, I cut the cord off. He was totally patient with the mistake.
• Another greenhorn moment came when we were on ladders siding a house. I leaned out too far nailing and the ladder flipped and slid into Tom - who grabbed the ladder and threw us back safely to the wall. We were 20 feet up. He was totally patient with my mistake.
• Yet again another time, I dropped my hammer from a ladder and it hit his head while working below me. He simply said: "You gotta watch that".
The point: He was always a gracious and kind man. I wish I could be talking with him now to tell him that.

My prayers to all related as family or friend!

Mike Gallagher

October 27, 2012

Tom gave us a gift for life when he built a beautiful deck on the back of our house. When we are out there, which is quite often, we always feel grateful that he built it for us. Tom, you will always be in our hearts. Steve and I will miss you.

Steve and Amy

October 27, 2012

We lost a very dear friend. We are comforted by cherished memories of this friendship and the thought that he is in a good place now.

Jerry and Connie (Columbus, OH)

October 27, 2012

Dear sweet Orfie,
We have no words to truly express our sorrow of Tom's tragedy. We have such fond memories of our dancing and laughing together. May God grant you peach beyond all understanding during this time of grieving. Tom is in heaven with his Savior Jesus Christ and we will reunite with him each in our own time.
Love,
Bernie and Janyce Hickman

Bernie and Janyce Hickman

October 26, 2012

We are so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. We will always be grateful for all he did for Sutton and Dan and their kids. What a neighbor! Our family shares in your sorrow and prays for your loss of this wonderful man
Paris and Diana Salyers

October 26, 2012

My deepest sympathy is with all of you. I am so sorry. I will always treasure the wonderful memories he gave me. You all hold a very special place in my heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Laura Sheridan

October 26, 2012

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY. I WILL MISS YOU TOM. YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE WHEN I NEEDED A BIG BROTHER TO CONFIDE AND ORFIE. I HAVE FOND MEMORIES WILL MISS YOU ALWAYS. I THANK GOD THAT YOU SHARE YOUR LIFE WITH SO MANY OF US. MY PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY.

AUDREY BLOCK

October 26, 2012

You are such a good friend, my best friend and I will miss you dearly. My son Justin, husband, Doug and I thank you for all the support you gave us. I will always remember the good memories, the dances, the laughter, the challenges that we shared. You are a true leader. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers. The Filipino and Asian community will miss you. We love you and Orfie. Rest in peace Tom...till then.

Joy, Justin and Doug

Joy Kouns-Lewis

October 25, 2012

Dear Tom's Family. Tom and Mary were classmates at Norwayne,a friend of ours through 4=H and many rural social events. We are glad you and Tom made it to a class reunion at our place a few years ago.We feel so bad and our prayers are with you. Mary (Werstler) and Roger Gwin

October 25, 2012

Orphie, words cannot express how deeply saddened we were to hear the terrible news of your loss. I will try to get in touch with you to see how you are doing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.We are with the "Two Johns Band"

Jane & Randy Abrams

October 25, 2012

I only knew Tom for a week. He was doing a remodeling job for us at the time of his death. But in that small amount of time I saw what a gentle and caring person he was. My thoughts are with your family.

Doug Davies

October 25, 2012

ALL of us in the Filipino community in and around Columbus, Ohio who has the pleasure of meeting, associating and working with you are TRULY saddened of losing you. You are a kind-hearted, ready to extend help at any cost, positive approach in your involvement in so many community projects you help complete, your meticulousness and doing it "right"...and oh....so many others too long to mention. You are angel in heaven! We LOVE you!

Odee Dammarell

October 25, 2012

Our deepest sympathy and thoughts for all of you.

Richard & Kay Gansor

October 25, 2012

We can not believe you are gone it just doesn't seem to be true. You are such a great man. I know god as a wonderful angel looking over us now. You will never be forgotten always in our hearts!

Bill & Michelle, family Davisson

October 25, 2012

Tom was easily the kindest and most gentle soul I've had the pleasure to meet. His fraternity and work ethic set a standard that I'll be lucky be half as good as someday. Our thoughts and prayers are with Orfie and the Miller family.

MORY & KATE FUHRMANN

October 25, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

keith hughes

October 25, 2012

Prayers and Thoughts from our family to the family of Tom Miller and sincere gratitude for Tom's giving to community and service for all his years...

Jen & Pete LuPiba

October 25, 2012

From the group of bible study at Roland Amployo,our Pastor DAVE CUTTAR,In Psalm:23,The lord is my shepherd;I shall not want;2He maketh me to lie down in green pasture:he leadeth me beside the still waters.3He restoreth my soul;he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.4Yea,though i walk through the valleyof the shadow of death,i will fear no evil;for thou art with me;thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.5Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies;thou anoitest my head with oil;my cup runnethover.6Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life;and i willdwell in the house of the lord for ever,amen

Rolando Amployo

October 25, 2012

Our sincere and deepest sympathy to all of you!
The Robert Kreisel Family

October 25, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Tom Miller.
The Robert Kreisel Family

October 25, 2012

Distance and long absence did not diminish the sadness that we felt upon hearing the sad news. We still remember the time we sang Christmas carols at your place and the big smile on Tom's face. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared,
comfort you and your family now and in the days ahead.
From Mario and Joy Osuna

Mario and Joy Osuna

October 25, 2012

My heart weeps for this loss. What happy memories we have of him! We were JUST talking about how we had to do something for you guys. We are so grateful for all you've done. He's such a loving influence! THANK YOU for being my Columbus Dad. I KNEW I could call anytime and he would be there to tow me out of a snowy ditch across town in the middle of the night. So blessed to know him.

Cindy McCain

October 25, 2012

Words can not express the sorrow and pain that we feel with the loss of Tom. The Miller family has our deepest sympathy.

Bill and Lydia Penrod

October 25, 2012

THANKS FOR TOMS LIFE DEAR GOD. HE WAS A SPECIAL MAN TO US ALL AND WAS LOVED BY ALL HIS FRIENDS. NOW KEEP HIM SAFE WHILE HE WAITS FOR OUR REUNION SOMEDAY. HE WAS A SPECIAL FRIEND TO ME AND MY FAMILY FOR MANY YEARS AND WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS.THE RALPH NELSON FAMILY

RALPH NELSON

October 25, 2012

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Basilio & Fe Riel

October 24, 2012

today you are in my thought and will always in my heart. you and orfie are always there when i need a shoulder and will always remenber the many times we shared playing games and laughter. we will miss you.

audrey and sonny block

October 24, 2012

You will be missed by so many. You have been taking way to soon. You will always be in our hearts. You are another angel in heaven. We sure do miss you

October 24, 2012

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Foldens

October 24, 2012

Dear Orfie,
So sorry to hear about Tom. You are both wonderful people and sweet couple. Lyn & Paul Radcliff

Lyn Radcliff

October 24, 2012

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