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Joseph Miller Obituary
Joe Miller lived for many years with his dad, Reed Miller, on Steelhead Drive, where they fished together for steelhead trout in the Stillaguamish River.
Joe was a photographer who sold nature pictures at local fairs, and he worked at several other jobs, his family said. "He was a nature person. If he saw some paper on the ground, he picked it up," said his mother, Maralee Hall of Everett. "He was a very gentle, caring person. He mountain biked."
He was planning to move out soon, into an apartment in Darrington. Reed Miller was buying groceries in Arlington and thinks Joe was probably drinking coffee when mud buried the house.
Courtesy of The Seattle Times
28 Entries
Kandy Hayes
May 31, 2014
To the family, we are so deeply saddened and touched by your loss. No words could ever express our compassion and sympathies for you at this time. Your loss has touched the world and brought a community to its knees, yet we also see them standing strong to rally and hold one another. We think of you daily and pray for your peace nightly. Our family would like to do something special for you, if you could please contact us through Kurt's Cause on Facebook, or me directly through FB, I would greatly appreciate it. Until then, please know that we pray that you find the strength and courage that you so need each and every day. ~Kandy Hayes, and family.
Dodie/ Paul Gray
April 19, 2014
Maralee and Pam
We are sorry to learn of Joe's death. You are proud of Joe's life and his abilities to live his life. I always enjoyed hearing of Joe's accomplishments.
Our sympathy for this loss of a son and brother. Each memory you have will keep him close in your heart. You cared deeply for him . Thoughts of times you shared together will come at unexpected times and they will be both painful and warm. Remember the joyfulness of his life. He taught you about things that you never expected and added richness to your life.
Your caring of him added to his life.
With sympathy about this unexpected loss. This isn't how you thought life would be for all of you.
Thoughts for you both.
Had an "Oso Strong" hoodie made with your name
Pam Sanford
April 16, 2014
My dearest brother Jakespie (Joe), this isn't how it was supposed to be, you were supposed to be around until we both got old and grey. The tears wait for the strangest times, and then they flow. I promise to watch over our mom and dad. You will never be replaced, nor will you be forgotten. You will remain in my heart and in my memories forevermore. Thank you for that last phone call; you sounded like life was so good. Catch the big one in heaven, and I'll do the same here on earth. Beside me you will be in spirit, I am sure. I love you, love Rowena (Pam)
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April 9, 2014
To the Miller Family: With deepest sympathy from the Cater family during this difficult time. As you remember with fondness the life you shared with Joseph, may you find comfort in the words at John 3:16. Remembering Joseph Miller as we pray for God's Kingdom to come freeing us of all our present day maladies including the hazards of mudslides that devastate families.
one
April 6, 2014
Reed,Maralee and Pam so sorry for your loss. I know Grandma Miller is waiting with open arms for Joey and will be watching over all of you during this time. Lots of love and prayers. Cherie (Giebel) Stone
Shannon Cobb
April 5, 2014
Joe Your life was taken too young & now your in Gods hands as we have a new Angel above. Maralee & family I'm so sorry to hear this news may you all find the strength to heal your hearts. Rest in Paradise cousin until we meet again.....
Tiha {Slack} Westom
April 5, 2014
Uncle Reed Maralee and Pam, Words will never express the pain I feel for all of you right now, I am so sorry for youre loss, may time make it more bearable.I hope all of you soon find some peace.Im sorry I couldn't be there, but my heart and spirit was with all of you.
April 5, 2014
Reed, Maralee and Pam. So sorry to hear of the loss of Joey. I know what you must be going through. I am glad you are safe Reed and you not only lost a wonderful son but all of your possessions. You will never lose those memories however. So try to think of the good times and hopefully time and faith will help you heal. I am still in shock at the enormity of this disaster. I pray for you and all of Oso. God bless you all. With love, Darlene and Leon.
April 4, 2014
Dear Maralee, Reed and Pam, Prayers for peace and comfort in this time of sadness and loss for you and your family.
God Bless and be with you and with Joe.
Lori, Elizabeth & Erin Orton & Allen Burtman
April 4, 2014
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
April 3, 2014
Thinking of you and your family.So sorry Doug and I will not be able to attend the services. We will see you when we get back to Wa. Love Bonnie lou
Tom and Bonnie Doan
April 3, 2014
Reed Miller and Family,
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Janice Gilbert McMahan
April 2, 2014
My sincere sympathy Reed.
Merlene Tibbets Buller
April 2, 2014
Reed, Maralee and Pam,
There are no words adequate to convey how very sorry I am that you should lose your cherished son and brother. In the hope your good memories will help sustain you, know that you are on my mind and in my heart.
April 2, 2014
Reed: We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Josette andBill Sutton (from Weyerhaeuser)
Lorraine & Mike George
April 2, 2014
Dear Reed. We thank God for your safety and send our deepest symphally for the loss of your son. I will never forget when you stayed with us before your marathon in Olympia and our work together at Weyerhaeuser. Peace and comfort to you.
Joe getting ready for fishing on the river.
April 1, 2014
Stephanisia
April 1, 2014
May angels light your way. I will always remember you.
Beverly (Ward) Nunes
March 31, 2014
Reed and Maralee, we are sorry to hear of your lost, The Ward family sends our thoughts and prayers to you and the rest of the family.
March 31, 2014
Dear Reed,Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sorrowful time.God be with you now and always.All our love,Catherine and Joseph Levesque.Kittery Maine.
Dale Slack
March 31, 2014
Our thoughts are with you. Please know many care and we send our love and wishes of comfort for you and all in your community. Dale & Johnnie Slack
March 30, 2014
My condolences to the family and friends whose hearts are in pain because of this tragedy. Please know that God cares for you and can help you cope during the coming days.
March 29, 2014
Sending sympathy and prayers..and letting you know my heart goes out to you at this time of sadness.. Please know that God cares and invites you to let him help you. (Jeremiah 29:12) . . .And YOU will certainly call me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to YOU. . .
March 29, 2014
"LIKE A MAN WHOM HIS OWN MOTHER KEEPS COMFORTING,SO I MYSELF SHALL KEEP COMFORTING YOU PEOPLE."ISA.66:13...SINCERE CONDOLENCE TO MR.MILLER....GC
March 29, 2014
My deepest sympathies go out to the Miller Family and friends. May you receive comfort from God. May He give you strength. 2 Corin 1:3,4.
Scott Chamberland
March 29, 2014
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
March 28, 2014
May your family find comfort in drawing close to God at this most difficult time in your lives.
James 4:8
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