World-renowned gospel music artist Dr. Douglas Foster Lane Miller, born on New Year's Eve, 1949 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to Naomi S. Miller Moore and Theodore Miller, Jr., passed away on February 5, 2021. A Grammy-nominated gospel artist, Douglas Miller wrote and recorded some of the most beloved gospel songs including, When I See Jesus, Do Not Pass Me By, Unspeakable Joy, and My Soul Has Been Anchored in the Lord. Douglas Miller's musical journey began at the age of eight when, without formal training, he began playing the organ at the Jefferson Memorial First Born Church of the Living God in Johnstown, PA. Soon after, Bishop Joseph McGauley, Sr. asked Douglas Miller to serve as the church's Youth Choir Director. He later founded the singing group, "The Cousins," which included his siblings and cousins. After graduating from Ferndale High School, Douglas Miller attended the University of Akron in Ohio, where his gospel music ministry propelled under the mentorship of the legendary Dr. Mattie Moss Clark. Douglas Miller joined the International Music Department of the Church of God in Christ and remained an active member throughout his life. Douglas Miller recorded his first gospel album in 1976 and went on to release chart-topping records, including his classic song My Soul Has Been Anchored in the Lord. Douglas Miller received an honorary doctorate of Christian Music Education, in 2015, from the Christian International Bible College. Douglas Miller's musical legacy transcends his extensive catalog and will continue to reach classrooms, choir lofts, orchestra pits, and band rooms across the world. The Celebration of Life will be Monday, February 15, 2021 at the First Apostolic Faith Church, 790 Easter Avenue, Akron, Ohio. Family hour beginning at 12:00 noon and the service at 1:00 p.m. Bishop Loran E. Mann of Pittsburgh, PA is eulogist. Due to COVID-19 pandemic restrictions, this is a Private Service for family members, visiting officials and artists. EVERYONE ATTENDING IS REQUIRED TO WEAR A MASK. CDC guidelines on physical distancing and government restrictions on gatherings will be observed. The service will be livestreamed on: douglasmillerlegacy.com (Wellington Funeral Service, 330-329-2201)

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Feb. 14, 2021.

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Bernadette O'Neal

July 24, 2025

Great gospel singer

Daphne McNeil and Courtney

October 11, 2024

Gone but not forgotten Continue to rest on peace Dr.Douglas Miller

Dr. Underwood

October 10, 2024

Your music keeps warming our soul ... rest well!!

Candy Price

March 14, 2024

It´s always been an honor. Thank you Cousin, for your musical contributions and your spiritual blessings.

Veda Lamar Nichols

March 13, 2024

I discovered the beautiful music of Douglas Miller after his passing. His melodic baritone is serving as the musical backdrop to my healing after a tumultuous few years after losing a number of close family members including my mother and husband. His legacy of healing through music lives on in his music ministry. Continued rest sir, "My Soul is Anchored in the Lord."

Billie Catherine Taylor

January 12, 2024

Mr. Douglas Miller was one of the best gospel singers in this world. I saw him sing at a church in Dallas and my soul was so blessed!!! I will always listen to his music. In fact, I am listening to it on my iPhone. I saw him sing in Dallas and it was fantastic! You will never be forgotten!!! What a but anointing voice!!! Billie Taylor-Smith

Dolores Dearborn

May 15, 2021

Loved all his God inspired music.
A forever "fan". What talent! Touched my spirit.

Richard Brown, Jr.

March 21, 2021

I have been blessed by the music ministry of Douglas Miller for many years. Some of his songs are among my Gospel Music personal favorites. God rest his soul in the presence of God and our Lord Jesus Christ until the Glorious Appearing.

Georgeann Jackson

March 1, 2021

This magnificent Gospel Great will be truly missed by so many. My condolences to the family, we will see him again!!!

Pastor Pierrdro Gallion

February 20, 2021

Thank God for the life and legacy of Bro. Douglas Miller. He had been apart of my life all my life as far back as I can remember. Through heavy hearts we offer our deepest condolences to the family. We know as believers we will see Bro. Miller again in Gloryland!

Pastor Pierrdro Gallion

February 20, 2021

Brenda Daniels

February 17, 2021

Hello Family,

My prayers with the Strength of our Lord Jesus Christ continue holding you up. On behalf of Dr Miller God’s anointed vessel we shall miss but the Voice God left in the earth thru his songs has & continue to endure with the Presence of the Lord in them & this is what makes the difference of our Soldiers as Dr Miller. This is what we shall truly make miss, but I am sooo thankful for what we have they his music I am sooo grateful & proud to be called a child of God. In Honor we Salute you Dr. Miller as God’s Peace be Upon Thee ❤

February 16, 2021

Will truly be missed!!!

Alfonso Dupree

February 16, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

A. Jeffrey LaValley

February 15, 2021

My condolences and prayers to the family during this transitional season.

Evelyn Neal Miller

February 15, 2021

A. Jeffrey LaValley

February 15, 2021

My condolences and prayers to the family during this transitional season.

Shirlee Brazil

February 15, 2021

Rest In Peace Cousin. Thank you fir the blessings.

Parris Bibbs

February 15, 2021

Just want to say the Douglas was awesome young man that I got to know when he was 12 years old from Johnstown Pennsylvania.

Ronald Collier

February 15, 2021

There is so much to speak about Doug, this is a time when the memories are plentiful. As a young man growing up in church, I was so stunned to hear that voice of Doug. He would sing and I never wanted it to end. I was greatly inspired to play the Organ after listening to Douglass play. He birthed over a hundred Organist or more through his ministry.
Church district meetings were never the same if the anointed one was not there. I remember Douglass being at my dad's church in Hopewell NJ doing what he do with voices and choir's, If Doug could not train your voice, you could rest assured you had terrible pipes. That was me. So many stories and lives this man has touched. HIS WORKS HAS SPOKEN FOR HIM. RIP!!!

Althea Ball

February 15, 2021

Dr. Douglas Miller (my cousin Doug) you will be greatly missed!! I will always be grateful for your love an support you gave our family. Thank you for singing at my Dad's funeral. We will never forget what you did for us!! Love you always!!!

Beverly Kelley

February 15, 2021

Sincere Condolences in the loss of such a Wonderful Person he was always kind and considerate Rest In Paradise My Friend

Dr. Anita Wilkins

February 15, 2021

Sending condolences to the families of Douglas Miller me and my family have enjoyed down through the years and had a chance to sing in a choir directed by him God is with you giving you strength.

Lewis Collier sr

February 15, 2021

To the Family of Dr. Douglas Miller, You have my deepest Condolences, earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.

George Wallace

February 15, 2021

To the family. Thank you so much for sharing Douglas. What a wonderful joy to grow up with him in the Hill Household. Donna and Lawrence had their own 4 kids. But took in so many more. He was a master spiritual magician. Making Saints and sinners move when they did not intend to move in the spirit. As we like to say “cut a step. The world will miss him dearly. The world will never forget him. Nothing but Love

Daphne McNeil

February 15, 2021

This is a big void for us..Sleep well my big brother and thank you for being a true friend. We love You! Daphne and Courtney.Dallas, Texas

Jacqueline M Baxter & J J & Company

February 15, 2021

To All The Families: God Bless You All during your time of sorrow. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Doug's smile, laughter and hands we cannot no longer touch his melodious voice we cannot hear. We can never lose those precious memories of the loved one that we have loved so much. We look to the word of God for his love, strength and guidance. Doug's work spoke for him. RIH

Heidi Gordon

February 15, 2021

Doug was an awesome organist and soloist. He was our Diocese and National Musician in the First Born Church of the Living God for years. I will cherish all of the memories of that time with him. My sincere condolence to his Family.

Evangelist Christy Robinson

February 14, 2021

Dr. Douglas Miller was a great Man of God who will be definitely missed. We are still singing his songs "Pass Me Not". I remember him from True Way COGIC, Dallas, TX.

Overseer J. Michael Martin, Sr.

February 14, 2021

To the Miller family, my friend, my big spiritual brother, that’s gone on to be with the Lord. I will be in prayer for the entire Miller family and know that we sympathize with you, but God is able. Remain strong and courageous! God never fails!

Larry Toomer

February 14, 2021

My family and I are so sad to hear of Douglas’ death. We grew up together in the First Born Church years ago. When he came to New Jersey he would stay at our house and my mother, Margaret Toomer, taught him how to play chords on the piano and organ. He will be missed. We will see you again my friend. Larry and Jean Toomer.

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