Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
New Lothrop, Michigan
2009 - 2018
MILLER, Braden Patrick “Buddy” - Of New Lothrop, age 9, was healed and went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 19, 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family.
A Celebration of Braden’s Life will be held 12 Noon, Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint, Pastor Tim McKenzie officiating.
Burial in Elmwood Cemetery in New Lothrop.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Living Word Church in care of Team Buddy Boy.
Visitation 2-8pm Tuesday and 11am Wednesday until the time of the service at the funeral home.
Buddy was born in Flint on April 14, 2009, the son of Brad and Jeni Miller. Buddy was handsome, fun loving, big hearted and extremely giving boy. He wanted to help everyone. Buddy was a practical joker, had a great sense of humor and possessed a contagious laugh. Buddy remembered everything, his memory was like a “lock-box”. In one word, Buddy was Love. He loved Jesus, “The Sisters”, his family, football, his dogs, his classmates, Northern Michigan, boating, golf, swimming, music and having his family around him.
Surviving are parents, Brad and Jeni Miller;
“The Sisters”, Alyssa, Alexis (aka Sis);
Uncles, Jeff (Susan) McDonald, Brian (Denise) Miller;
Aunt, Brandie (Brett Wehner) Stemple;
Cousins, Abigail, Micah, Cara, Emily, and Peyton;
Grandparents, Patrick and Coleen McDonald, Nancy and Jim Kardos and Lynn and Karen Miller;
And beloved canine companions, Sadie, Bella and Koda.
Special acknowledgements and thanks to the “Wolf Pack”, his big brother Ean, best friends Isabelle and Jude, and many others who have made a difference in his life and ours.
In honor and remembrance of Buddy, the family requests everyone wear a splash of lime green.
We are so sorry about buddy. We pray for your family. Morgans auto new lothrop
Amy Morgan
October 24, 2018 | New Lothrop, MI
My heart aches and I am weeping for you, your family, and Buddy's friends. I've been praying for you all since the beginning and I will not stop now. I wish I could take away your pain. I just keep thinking of all the lives Buddy has touch and changed for the better. He has been a miracle and a blessing. I love you.
Leslie Hembruch
Leslie Hembruch
October 24, 2018 | Swartz Creek, MI | Friend
Brad and Jeni and the whole family. Im so sorry to hear about Buddy. He has touched so many peoples hearts. He was a warrior and a hero in my eyes. I know it hurts so bad to have him gone but, just remember this. He has hes wings now in heaven and he is free of pain. He will always be your guardian angel and will watch over you all. May God bless you all
Barbara LaRowe
October 24, 2018 | Clio, MI | Friend
Buddy, you will live on as an incredible inspiration to us all. Your strength, spirit and positive attitude was unparalleled. To the family, we will continue to pray for you daily. You have us as a community that will continue to rally around you. God Bless, Holly, Gabriel and Addison Bishop
October 24, 2018
Nancy my heart breaks for u and your family many hugs and prayers to u and your family
Diane Hawley
October 23, 2018 | Swartz Creek, MI | Friend
I know that you are going through something indescribably painful and agonizing. But don't forget that God is close to the brokenhearted and saves the broken in spirit. I share in your pain and will be praying for you and your entire family.
The Unangst Family - Sean, Jessica, Brennan, Kaven & Malia
October 23, 2018 | New Lothrop, MI
Brad, Jeni, The Sisters and The Miller and McDonald Families: My deepest, deepest sympathies go out to you all. What a precious, sweet boy Braden was. My heart just aches for his loss of presence here on earth, but now we know he has received the gift of healing from God we all prayed so hard for. May you all be blessed with his love and memories that you will keep and cherish forever. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers for many days to come.
Alice Wagener
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Alice Wagener
October 23, 2018 | Swartz Creek, MI
Brad, Jeni, the sisters and your extended families, thank you for sharing Buddy with us, He taught us more in his 9 years then most adults do in their lifetimes, we will always keep you in prayer, we know our loving God is holding Buddy in his arms.
Cindy Walther-Medarac
October 22, 2018 | Edinburg, PA | Friend
You will be greatly missed
Your classmate --Jordan Thomas
October 22, 2018