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Elwood Miller Obituary

SPRING GROVE Elwood H. Miller, 86, passed away on Thursday, December 20, 2012, at Cross Keys Village at the Brethren Home Community in New Oxford. He was the loving husband of Phyllis M. Miller. Together they shared over 65 years of marriage. Elwood was born in Spring Grove, on August 21, 1926, and was the son of the late Mary A. (Hoover) Miller and William M. Miller. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII as a Medic in the Big Red 1 stationed in Neustadt, Germany. He earned his GED in 1983 and worked in sales in the plumbing and building supply industry for many years prior to retiring. He was a longtime member of Black Rock Church of the Brethren. In addition to his wife, Phyllis, he is survived by his daughters, Tenna Conover of Hanover and husband, Terry, and Trudy Wagner and husband, Terry of Dover; his son, E. Anthony Miller and wife, Cindy of Abbottstown; seven grandsons, Josh Conover, Tyke Conover, Tyson Wagner, Trent Wagner, Tyler Wagner, Zane Miller, and Andrew Miller; and his great-grandchildren, Teague, Cassidy, Peyton, Rowan, Hunter Elwood, Kwynn, and Ryder. He is also survived by his brother, Wayne L. Miller of Spring Grove; and his sisters, Lauretta Sterner, Ethel Donner, Marlene Ayers, and Charlene Miller, all of Spring Grove. He was predeceased by his sisters, Mildred Krout and Janet Miller; and his brother, Glenn E. Miller. A funeral service in celebration of his life will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. at Irwin-Beck Funeral Home & Cremation Service PC, 175 N Main St., Spring Grove, with Pastors David Miller and Larry Dentler officiating. He will be laid to rest following the service at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Spring Grove. Viewings will be held on Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Monday from 9 to 10 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Good Samaritan Fund at the Brethren Home Community, 2990 Carlisle Pike, New Oxford, PA 17350. Condolences may be shared at www.irwinbeck.com

Published by Evening Sun on Dec. 22, 2012.
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Dear Phyl, Tenna, Trudy and families,
I have good memories of visiting your home as a child. Among those are hearing stories of Elwood and Daddy's adventures. There were smiles, laughter, and feelings of love....I am so blessed to be part of the Miller clan. May you feel God's amazing grace and peace at this difficult time.

Susan (Miller) Lucabaugh

December 24, 2012

Jim Goodenough

December 23, 2012

What a awsome funny man. He made me laugh since I was a little girl . We all spent Alot of time together and have a lifetime of memories to go with it. Our loss heavens gain. I know my dad will never be the same but. I feel sure they will b able to solve the worlds problems again some day. My prayers. Are with all of you. God bless. Connie Trimmer
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Connie jacobs

December 22, 2012

To the Miller family, please accept my condolences for the loss of Elwood, he will be greatly missed. Psalms 90:10 says that those who live to be 80 and older have "extra strength", Elwood certainly had that. May you keep him in your memory always as you seek comfort from God at this time of sadness.

Mel Smith

December 22, 2012

Thoughts and prayers go out to the Miller Family. Find peace in knowing he smiles down on you and one day will welcome you with loving arms

Sandy James

December 22, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers go to the whole family. Special prayers at this time to a his daughter Tenna, who is a very special friend and we know how he will be missed. Love, Larry and Brenda Luckenbaugh

Brenda Luckenbaugh

December 22, 2012

Elwood, you always brought a smile to our hearts. You will always be with us, thank you for making our lives brighter.

Clyde & Lorraine Krout

December 22, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with Elwood's Family. Elwood was very special to me and will always remain in my memories and my heart.

Kimberly King

December 22, 2012

Our condolences to Loretta and the Miller family. He was our neighbor for many years and a part of our home.We live in his home place.
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Phyllis Jones

December 22, 2012

Elwood, you will be sadly missed by all your family & friends. My thoughts & prayers go out to the Miller Family. Our Blessings and prayers are with you. Love from Jeff & Sue Reaver.

Jeff Reaver

December 22, 2012

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