BORN

1935

DIED

2021

FUNERAL HOME

Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home

118 Union St

Shinglehouse, Pennsylvania

Joseph Miller, Sr. Obituary

Joseph Miller Sr., dearly loved husband, father and grandfather

OSWAYO, Pa. - Joseph Miller Sr., 86, of Oswayo, formerly of Levittown, passed away in his home with his loving family by his side on Saturday (Dec. 4, 2021), following a short illness.

Born Thursday, May 23, 1935, in Trenton, N.J., he was a son of Leon Miller and Catherine Wojtowicz Miller Cantor. On Oct. 10, 1964, in Elizabeth City, N.C., he married Patricia A. Curry, who passed away May 7, 2016.

Joel was extremely proud of his military career, serving as a U.S. Marine for over 20 years, attaining the rank of 1st sergeant. He served during the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Mr. Miller received the Purple Heart.

He was a member of the Shinglehouse American Legion Post 530, a member of Galeton Post 6611 VFW, a member of the Marine Corps League, a member of the Vietnam Veterans of America, a life member of the Military Order of the Purple Heart and a member of the National Association of Uniformed Services.

He enjoyed hunting and fishing. His greatest love was his family.

Surviving are three daughters, Diane F. Maiden, Debbie K. Jewell and Denise R. (Rick) Sauer, all of New Bern, N.C.; a son, Joseph (Misty) Miller Jr. of Oswayo; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a brother, Ronald L. Miller of Ormond Beach, Fla.

Joe was predeceased by his parents; and his beloved wife, Pat.

In keeping with Joe's wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral services.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9959.

Joe entrusted his care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.

To express condolences or share a fond memory of Joe, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.

Published by Olean Times Herald on Dec. 10, 2021.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Miller, Sr.

Sponsored by Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home.

Not sure what to say?





0 Entries

Be the first to post a memory or condolences.

Make a Donation
in Joseph Miller, Sr.'s name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for Joseph Miller, Sr.

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home

118 Union St, Shinglehouse, PA 16748

How to support Joseph's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Joseph Miller, Sr.'s life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more