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Terry Miller Obituary

Terry "TJ" Miller, 17, son, brother, grandson and remarkable friend passed away peacefully Monday, Nov.18, 2013, at his home surrounded by loved ones He was a cherished senior at Coast Union High School in Cambria, and had honorably served as this year's Stage Manager for the CUHS Drama Department. He had also been a member of the Cross Country team and Vice President of FFA.   TJ was best known for the remarkable way he lived. His spirit reminds us all to live life to the fullest and that life is too short to be unhappy. TJ is survived by his parents, Laura Lathrop and Matthew Holder; brother, Andrew Miller of Cayucos; grandparents Frank and Meredith Lathrop of Cambria; as well as many treasured family and friends. TJ's memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013, at the Cayucos Cemetery. Friends and family are encouraged to share. We will celebrate TJ's life at our home following the service. Email [email protected] for details. In lieu of flowers, please donate in Memory of Terry "Quix" Miller to Camp Ronald McDonald For Good Times: http://www.campronaldmcdonald.org/

Published by San Luis Obispo County Tribune on Nov. 21, 2013.
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10 years, it seems such a short time. He would have been 27 now. We will alwaays remember him.

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Friend

November 15, 2023

We will never forget TJ. We spent some quality time with him here in the Netherlands, that trip was on his bucketlist. We have very good memories and so had TJ. God bless his soul.

Esther

November 15, 2022

How can we forget, seems like yesterday. He touched so many hearts.......so many good memories....

ES

November 15, 2020

God Bless you TJ. You were a Blessing in everyone's life that you touched.
Will see you again.

Lynn Rapp

December 16, 2013

And Terry Miller did this for so many of us, thanks Terry "It is not the length of life. But the depth." -Ralph Waldo Emerson

Sandi Ford

December 12, 2013

12/11/13
Just thinking about how much I miss my buddy Terry. I know you are in a better place now bro. Saw this pic of us and everybody from our freshman days and it's funny cause it only feels like it was just yesterday. Just had to post it man, see you again some day till then rest in peace TJ

Vincent Rock

December 12, 2013

Thank You for giving Melva Avila, Marty Avila and Judy McCoy the chance to know you, T.J even for a short time, I know you touched all of us in many special ways. Terry is a gift from God and taught us to appreciate what has been given us in Life and for those whom love us most. We send our Best Wishes for your family at this time.

Avila Family

December 6, 2013

Dear Laura and Family......I think of TJ and your family every day. Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. What an amazing young man with wisdom beyond his years. He has touched many lives in so many ways.

Debra Balke

Debra Balke

November 29, 2013

We heard of TJ's passing at the Unitarian Universalist Community of Cambria. We were moved and inspired by his spirit and his life. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.

Andrew Feigin

November 28, 2013

Tj, you were my first true friend. I miss you everyday. And I love you. I wont forget you standing up for me when I was getting bullied in 1st grade. Thank you for that. I hope youre having fun viewing the sunset from heaven. Im so sorry the world had lost such a great person. You changed my life and other peoples life forever. I miss you and I love you.

christine schubert

November 25, 2013

Dear Elizabeth and family; Charles and I would like to express our sincere sympathies to you and your family and friends at the loss of your beautiful grandson, son, brother and friend. Our heartfelt sympathies to all. God Bless.

November 25, 2013

Dear Laura, Andrew and Elizabeth and Family, our hearts go out to you for the loss of TJ. You will continue to be in our prayers for peace and understand at this sad time. We love you, Gail

November 23, 2013

far and so close at the same time... We will remember you F O R E V E R your family in Portugal

November 23, 2013

R.I.P TJ you will be missed.

Audrey Cortez

November 22, 2013

~Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Andrew is part of our Naval Sea Cadets and we all are praying for your family. God needed another special angel.

~Take rest in his arms T.J~
From all of us at the Central Coast Naval Sea Cadet Corp.

Tiffani Hetrick,
Instructor NLCC
Training Officer

Tiffani Hetrick

November 22, 2013

I love you Tj. I'll never forget our times together, our laughs, our long talks, your smile that would light up the whole room. I hope you're having fun in Heaven. I miss you & love you bub.

Ali Darbee

November 22, 2013

I felt so privileged to be able to meet you. God bless everything you accomplished in your short life. You have left behind family and friends that will miss you dearly. God bless you TJ

Lynn Rapp

November 22, 2013

Thank you for touching my life and every other life around you. You made my first year at camp this year memorable and have inspired me to keep returning in hopes of meeting more wonderful people like you. Thank you so much, Quix.

November 22, 2013

Last Thanksgiving with my little"cuz" in Cambria.

Ronald Wilson

November 21, 2013

Terry was one of the most inspirational, positive, and cheerful person I've ever met. I loved him so much and I'm consumed with the thought of all the stuff I could've done more. He has aspired me to be the best person I can be and to appreciate all the little things in life.

Rachael Irwin

November 21, 2013

Macy Watson

November 21, 2013

I wish I could make it TJ, I'm sad I moved before this happened. My prayers are with the family, you had such a big heart TJ, your an angel now. I'll see you up there.

vanessa deharo

November 21, 2013

You will really be missed, you touched so many hearts, including ours. Looking back we are so very happy we would have been able to help you with your trip to Europe, just 2 months ago. We always will remember you and you stay in our hearts forever. Please watch over Raquel

Esther/Ben van Laake

November 21, 2013

My condolences to Terry's family. Andrew was in my class at Cambria Grammar School several years ago and I was acquainted with Terry through him. He was a gentle spirit, admired and appreciated for his grace and gratitude. Andrew clearly considered him a role model and guide. What better way to keep his memory alive.

November 21, 2013

Dear Laura and family, Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. Hugs to you all.

Kathy Cooper

November 21, 2013

I'm so glad to have met you this past summer at Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times. Because of your smile and strength, I can't wait to return home to camp.

November 21, 2013

TJ you where the funnesit friend/brother ever. I will never forget the great times we had down at the skate park drinking Dr Peppers and sitting in your car. I will miss you with all my haert bro and I love you to see u soon <3

Ryder Sebring

November 21, 2013

Laura & Family - we were so saddened to hear of TJ's passing - I know it has been a struggle & that he is now at peace. Our prayers are with each of you as you carry on... Our love & hugs Judi & Van Keller

November 21, 2013

Terry,I will miss you so much. You were an amazing friend who always put a smile on my face. I love you still, so very much! I'll always let a little of your spirit live inside mine. Rest peacefully, my friend.

Shelby W

November 21, 2013

Corrina Hogaboom

November 21, 2013

We love you TJ, YOU are missed so very much, we are so blessed to have had you in our lives. Rest in peace TJ, Heaven is lucky to have you, xo.

Rudy and Tina Cortez

November 21, 2013

TJ you will be truly missed. You were loved by so many, I know Ben thought highly of you and spoke about you often. My heart is so sad that you were taken at such a young age, but God must have big plans for you. May you be at peace now and wear those new angel wings proudly. Big prayers and hugs to all of you family and friends at this difficult time.

The Sanford Family

November 21, 2013

When I first met Terry, I was a "Lunch Lady" at the Cambria School system. What an adorable kid...a smile and sense of humour. He had disappeared for a while and one day showed back up in Jr high. His name came back to me instantly. And I did get to see him again in High school. I remember him being so impressed that I did remember his name. What an incredible child! This world will never really know what a loss we have. My best to his family, I know Tj will be keeping you all safe and happy.
Lesli Murdoch

Lesli Murdoch

November 21, 2013

Sad to hear your brother lost a brother.
R.I.P. TJ.

Richard "Rick" Hallas

November 21, 2013

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