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Joel Miller Obituary
He loved both the dusky mystery of religion and the unblinking logic of computers, and Joel Miller found his way between the two, working at Marsh & McLennan as a disaster-recovery technology specialist, raising a family, enjoying a weekly poker game with friends from his synagogue in Baldwin, on Long Island, and once a week joining in early-morning prayer services, taking a later train to his office in the World Trade Center. Last year he found a way to combine computers and religion, signing up for online courses offered by the Jewish Theological Seminary on topics like the value of prayer, said his wife, Marjorie.
His first wife died of cancer in the early 1990's. Five years ago he married Marjorie, who had been president of the synagogue and had been widowed. They combined their families — three boys: Adam Miller, Maxwell Sivin and Justin Sivin — and moved into a new house together.
"It was a blessing, to be so happy and to have that second chance," Mrs. Miller said. "Every night we'd laugh and say we just can't believe it." Her husband, who was 55, would tell her, "You make my heart smile."
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Al Kottick
September 1, 2021
Yes I remember Joel, his brother Al was married to my cousin Barbara Kottick, unfortunately Al passed away @ a very young age. I knew Joel from 1967, he was a very happy & pleasant person. I'm always saddened to hear of the tragic loss.
S J. Friscia III
December 29, 2014
In Memory
With with Honor & Respect.
April 22, 2013
OMG Joel was the greatest person ever. He was my boss in Citibank N.A. I had great times with him. Miss u Joel and my God bless u always.
Fred Diedrich
April 23, 2011
I was a technical recruiter at the time when I first met Joel. I was referred to talk to him as he was a good guy, and very helpful. He was that, and more. I am very sad when I think of that horrible day, and how great men, better than me, were taken from this Earth. Joel is with God now, and I hope to see him when I too make that journey.
Regards,
Fred Diedrich.
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Roseann Staple
February 6, 2010
Margie & family: our deepest sympathy on your loss...what an unimaginable tragedy. I have been searching for a way to contact you for years never thinking it would be in this manner. Please contact [email protected]
Cynthia Mastrandrea
January 25, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
A Miller
March 17, 2008
I am sorry for your loss. Although I can't describe the pain. If it makes anyone who was in Joel Miller's family feel better My last name is miller to>
A Miller
March 17, 2008
I know the pain you must be going through. But I won't try to describe it. I lost a family member as well. Just so you know my last name is Miller as well.
September 6, 2007
Thinking of you Joel.
You have a fantastic wife in Margie..who works tirelessly to give to others and to honor you and your life and love.
God Bless you.
Nancy Nee
sister of FF George Cain..ladder 7
P Tabbernor
January 3, 2007
In memory....
Kristine
November 17, 2006
As I stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Lori Darden
September 17, 2006
I just wanted the family to know that my prayers and thoughts are with them.
Sarah
September 11, 2006
Dear Miller Family,
I am 15, and 4 years ago when my family and I went to New York we visited Ground Zero. Randomly, I picked Joel Miller's name from the list, and decided that I'd always remember him. I want you to know that I'm thinking of you, and wish you all a world of happiness. He will never be forgotten, even by complete strangers like myself.
Leanne Davis
September 11, 2006
To the Miller Family:
I live in Tyler Texas and could only imagine what you went through 5 years ago. I am employed by The University of Texas at Tyler, where today we are wearing yellow ribbons with a victims name on it. Mine happens to be Joel Miller. He sounds like he was a wonderful man and I know that you miss him terribly. Please know that the world is thinking about all the families today.
Lori Darden
September 11, 2005
To the Miller family-
I met Margie this year at the Murrah bombing site in Oklahoma City. We started talking and before I knew it I asked her for some way of keeping in contact. I just wanted to send my love and hope and pray for peace soon.
maurice mahler
March 17, 2003
My dearest friend there's not a day that goes by that your face and bushy mustash pops into my mind. I so miss our poker nights and above all YOUR mind, wisdom and friendship!
you will forever be a part of my life
no matter where I am.
Baruch Hashem!
Jennifer W
September 12, 2002
Joel Miller you and I might not have known each other but I know your cousin Mr. Rosenblum very well and was deeply saddened to hear about you being a victim of the World trade center attack who lost their life. It is so sad and depressing that so many people had to loose their life's in such a terrible way. On September 11th of this year my school had a large memorial for the attacks and all I could think about was all those who lost their life's including you and also all those who lost a loved one. May God be with you and your family and may you rest in peace and may the memories that you and your family shared together help comfort the in times of sadness. Your truly missed
Dennis & Jean Nathanson
September 12, 2002
Marjie, We have known you a long time and were just getting to know Joel through our July 4th gatherings with the Z's & co. Joel's departure saddened us deeply and our prayers and thoughts are with you. May he rest in sweet and everlasting peace.
Lena Myers
September 5, 2002
Joel, I always heard wonderful things about you through a work colleague of mine. Your company did business with mine and we talked on the phone many times. I regret not attending the meeting with you at your WTC office on 9/6/01 because I really wanted to meet you. I think about you when your company's name is mentioned here at work. I believe that you are in a peaceful place, smiling down on all of us. I pray that your family is well and that their loving memories of you sustain them each day.
Susan M
September 1, 2002
HAPPY NEWS: Joel has a beautiful new daughter in law and is remembered with Kaddish at our Temple each Friday evening. May his life be an example to all who read these tributes & may his memory be a blessing forever.
Angie Campbell
May 7, 2002
May God Bless you and watch over the family and friends that yo left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in peace forever more.
March 8, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS LONELY NAME...JOEL MILLER AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY GOD GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Teresa Jahn
December 20, 2001
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
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