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ZANESVILLE: Dennis "Denny" E Miller, 64 of Zanesville, died 6:00 AM Saturday, January 11, 2014 at his residence following a sudden illness. He was born Friday, September 9, 1949 in Zanesville, the son of Clayton E. Miller and Carol N. (Rhodes) Miller.
Denny was a retired independent semi driver with over 1 million miles of experience. He was a United States Army Veteran serving during the Vietnam War and was a member of the 101st Artillery Screaming Eagles. He loved to play golf, scoring a hole in one. He enjoyed his red Harley Davidson Motorcycle and his corvette; he was an Ohio State Buckeye Fan, a Cincinnati Reds Fan and had a great sense of humor. Denny was a loving companion, father, grandfather and brother who enjoyed spending time with his family.
Denny is survived by his devoted companion of over thirty years: Cindy Creeks; three daughters: Jolene Mullen of Sugar Creek, Ashleigh Macenko and Nicol Miller both of Zanesville; twelve grandchildren: Kelsey, Madison, Hannah and Matthew Mullen, Dalton, Tahlor, Kaitlyn Macenko and Kayla Gardner, Tejana Bryan, Kristopher Curtis, Nakuma and Naki Mayle; one great grandson: Brantley Macenko; two stepdaughters: Lori Evans of Zanesville and Robin (David) Grear of White Cottage; four step grandchildren: Robert, Sean, Sarah Evans and Caton Grear; his twin sister & "womb mate:" Debbie (Robert) Gray of Cambridge; one sister: Carrie (James) Price of Ashville and one brother: Andrew (Tina) Miller of Reinersville; K-9 buddies: Boo and Abby; three aunts: Josephine Snider of New Lexington, Rita Wells of Thornville and Joan Miller of Millersport; numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Denny was preceded in death by one brother: Douglas E. Miller.
The family will receive relatives and friends from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, Saturday, January 18, 2014 at the VFW Post 1058 Hall, 1318 Putnam Avenue, Zanesville where VFW Post 1058 Honor Guard will conduct Full Military Honors. A Celebration of Life Service will immediately follow with Pastor Mark Matzke, officiating. A time of food and fellowship will follow untill 6:00 PM. In Lieu of flowers Memorial Contributions may be made to VFW Post 1058, 1318 Putnam Avenue, Zanesville, 43701, The American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718 or The American Heart Association, PO Box 15120, Chicago, IL 60693 in Denny's memory. The Hillis, Combs & Nestor Funeral Home is serving the family. To sign the online register book or to send a personal condolence note please visit www.hilliscombsnestor.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Susie Dennison
January 18, 2014
So Sorry Cindy and family, I miss his wonderful contagious laugh around the bar.
Rex & Sharon Cornett
January 17, 2014
Our condolence to Denny's family and friends. So sorry to hear of his passing.
donna boley
January 17, 2014
i remember denny from when he worked at Sands when my ex bob worked there. denny will be missed! so sorry for your loss!
American Heart Association
January 16, 2014
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Becki Paul Guinther
January 16, 2014
Cindy, Sorry for your loss..
January 16, 2014
You will be missed on and off the golf course. Thanks for the good memories your good friend F.B.I Glen Lightfoot
Bill Fortner
January 16, 2014
Denny has been my friend for thirty years and my golf buddy for over twenty.He will be missed.
Angie Morrison
January 16, 2014
Thinking of your family at this time.
January 15, 2014
To our brother Dennis..We miss you so much alresdy it is impossible to express. We will always remember you with the same smile on your face like the one you had we went with you to pick up your Harley..that was a great day. We love and miss you, Carrie and Jim
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