Photo courtesy of Honaker Funeral Home, Inc. - Slidell
Slidell, Louisiana
Jun 19, 1943 – Feb 3, 2021 (Age 77)
Rodney G. Miller, age 77, passed away peacefully on February 3rd, 2021 at The Hospice House, in Slidell, Louisiana. Mr. Miller was a long-time resident of both Slidell, Louisiana and Carriere, Mississippi.
Rodney is survived by his loving wife of 54 years Barbara E. Miller. He was the beloved father of two children, Timothy Miller and Jacquelyn Ernhart and daughter-in-law Rebecca Miller. He was a loving grandfather to Kyle and Daylan Ernhart and Brody Heflin. He was also blessed to have three additional grandchildren through marriage, Meagan Muela, Trent Spiers and Gracie Gipson. He was preceded in death by his parents Rowland and Blythe Miller and brother Gary Miller.
He joined the United States Army in 1963 and proudly served for 20 years before retiring with the rank of Captain in 1983 and eventually retired from Lockheed Martin. He continued his employment by taking a part time job at the Super Soaker Carwash in Picayune, Mississippi where he enjoyed working for the last 10 years.
Throughout his life he was known for his quick wit and hard work ethics. He showed generosity towards others and brought smiles to everyone he met. His love, kindness, and helping attitude never went unnoticed by others.
The family would like to send a special thank you to all the doctors and nurses in the ICU department at Ochsner Northshore in Slidell and everyone associated with the Slidell Hospice House for the kindness and care they showed during this difficult time.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting Memorial Donations be made to The Hospice House at www.thehospicehouse.org
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Service at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME,
1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA
on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at 11:30 A.M.
Interment will take place at 12:30 P.M. with full Military Honors at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, in Slidell.
Visitation on Wednesday after 9:30 A.M. until funeral time.
Please visit www.honakerforestlawn.com to sign guestbook.
Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA.
Read MoreRod was a wonderful neighbor and he loved his family. He was there when you needed help, with task around the house. Rod will be missed by all.
Joanne Richards
February 16, 2021 | Slidell, LA | Friend
Rod was a hard working person who loved his family and his country. We were close friends and enjoyed being around him for more than 40 years. The Rummel Family will truly miss Rod.
Bobby and Kathy Rummel
February 16, 2021 | Biloxi, MS | Friend
Rod was a very loving cousin. He always had a hug for me when we were in our teens as we grew up together. I have so many happy memories of holiday dinners with him and his family. We shared good food, music and much love. When I get to heaven I'm going to hug Rod! Barb, Tim and Jackie, we love you and you are in our prayers.
Pat and John Louden
February 12, 2021 | Plano, TX | Family
What an honor it was to be by his side during his illness and blessing him as he was wheeled out of ICU to Hospice House. He squeezed my hand. Sweet family. Love, light and prayers continue for the family,
Chaplain Tiffanie Lyon
February 10, 2021 | Slidell, LA | Friend
Barbara, Tim And Jackie, we will miss Rod and his sense of humor. What a great guy and friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Larry and Ruth Ann Rummel
February 10, 2021 | South Mills, NC | Friend
Barbara and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Rod truly was a kind and loving man. I had to smile when I read in his obituary about his wit and putting a smile on others faces because that is what I will really remember most about him. God bless you all in your healing.
Lynn Sparck
February 10, 2021 | VA | Friend