Harry L. Miller

Harry L. Miller, 64, passed away early Sunday morning at 12:29am, March 27, 2022, after a 15-month illness.  A lifetime area resident, he was born to the late Earl J. and Laura (Borkholder) Miller on May 8, 1957.  On October 2, 1980 he married Eva K. Yoder.  She survives along with their 5 children: Beth (Karl) Chupp of Syracuse, Lamar (Jennifer) Miller of Howe, LeAnn (Marc) Schwartz of Nappanee, Lorraine (Joas) Miller of Nappanee, and Sheila (Bradley) Miller of Nappanee.  He also leaves behind 6 brothers: Karl (JoAnn) Miller of Nappanee, Dennis (Martha) Miller of Milford, Earl Jr. (Cynthia) Miller of Nappanee, Mark (Velma) Miller of Nappanee, Arnie (Special friend, Lesa Swank) Miller of Syracuse, and Tim (Special friend, Nancy Scofield) Miller of New Paris; 2 sisters, Linda (Lester) Chupp of Nappanee and Anna (Howard) Miller of New Paris.  He leaves behind 17 grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. 

Harry was a welder and created and mended many projects over the years.  He enjoyed the great outdoors, and was happiest spending time down at the lake or in the woods.  One of his favorite achievements was the restoration of his Rumley Oil Pull, and he was able to participate in one last steam show in September of 2021.  However, most important to him were his faith and family.  He had a deep love and concern for the little souls coming along behind him.  There was a special place in his heart for his grandchildren and he regretted missing out on seeing them grow up.  A minister in the Old Order Amish Church, he was a minister for many years and was ordained bishop in 2018.  His church family was dear to him and he was saddened to leave them behind.  We will miss the sparkle in his eyes, his bright smile, positive outlook, and fabulous stories.  As we loved him, so we will miss him.  Farewell, until we meet again.

Friends and family may call after 2pm on Monday, March 28, 2022 and all-day Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at the Joas Miller residence (11897 N 700 W, Nappanee, IN 46550).  Funeral services will be held at 9:30am Wednesday March 30, 2022 at the Lyle Yoder residence (11283 N 650 W, Nappanee, IN) with the Home Ministry of the Old Order Amish Church officiating.  Burial will follow in Graber Cemetery.  Arrangements are with Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, IN.