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Richard "Dick"
Richard "Dick" Miller, 55 years old, died on January 11, 2014, in Wayne County, MI. Dick is the son of Francis and Mary Pat Miller. He attended St. Thomas Moore High School, Milwaukee, WI and played basketball for the University of Toledo for four years, as a power forward. Dick graduated from the University of Toledo in 1980. He was a member of the US Pan American Team in 1979. He played professional basketball for the Indiana Pacers and the Utah Jazz. Also, he played in the CBA in Alaska and Montana. He also played in the European League in Valladolid, Spain, Granollers, Spain and Hamel Hamsted, England. Dick was inducted into the UT Athletic Hall of Fame.
Dick worked numerous jobs in the auto related industry in the Detroit area. Most recently he was self-employed and living in South Africa.
Dick is survived by his daughters, Andrea and Ashley (mother, Karen), Maumee, OH. He is survived by Lois and two stepchildren, Kristin and Matthew, Miami, FL. Dick is also survived by his parents, Francis and Mary Pat of Milwaukee; eight siblings, Chuck (Marcia), Texas, Thomas (Patti), Milwaukee, Timothy (Late Susan), Milwaukee, Mary (Terry) Lavin, Milwaukee, Gerard (Susan), Milwaukee, Joseph, Kansas City, Anne, Mountain View, CA, and Michael, Milwaukee. Also surviving are eleven nieces and nephews.
A private service was held in the Detroit area. A family memorial is planned in Milwaukee, WI at a future date. A memorial mass is scheduled for Saturday, January 18, 2014 at St. Joseph Church, Maumee, at 10 a.m.
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John Osep
January 27, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Miller family. I remember Dick teaching me how to play catcher while he pitched for SFHS.
John Osep
Mike Marciniak
January 24, 2014
Gerry and rest of Miller family,
I'm so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. I always remember him as being a great guy from our TM days. My deepest sympathies on your terrible loss.
January 23, 2014
Our thoughts are with all of the Miller family! Great memories on the baseball field with SFHS and on the playground and in the Hall at Sacred Heart.
Mike, Pat and Tom McKeon
Michele Stogsdill
January 23, 2014
Lois, Kristin & Matt - I am so sorry about Richard's passing. I know he loved you guys so much! I always admired how he looked at you with such devotion Lois, you could just see the love in his eyes. He was always so calm during the chaos when all the kids would be over and he was very funny. And all of yall together was like watching a comedy troupe. If i could take away the pain I would, I hate that you have to walk down this road of grief. Just know that you have lots of people that love you and want the best for you. Sending oodles of hugs and love your way.
January 23, 2014
Richard was one of the hardest workers I ever met. I watched him these past 10 plus years plug away and always provide for his family "no" matter how tuff times got! He taught me that you didn't need a lot to give a lot as he had a BiG heart.
Him and Lois were one of my guardian angels at my worst year and I will never forget that, some long nights and lots of great memories we shared! I can't begin to tell you how deeply you will be missed!! Now it's my turn Richard to be your guardian Angel and take care of the woman I know you loved more than life, My LuLu!!
Rest in Peace my friend and till we meet again.... XoXo
Karin Piontek
January 23, 2014
To the Miller Family,
My deepest sympathy. Went to school with Dick at St. Paul's. He was one of my favorites!
Mary Tarnowski Anderson
January 23, 2014
To the Miller family:
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Richard. I remember him fondly in grade school and watching him in high school at Thomas More. You are all in my prayers.
Maryann Meunier of Sherwin-Williams
January 23, 2014
Gerry & Family - I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. You are in my thoughts. Maryann
Dick Fisher
January 23, 2014
Richard worked with one of our companies in South Africa for the last four years of his life. He was brilliant and an an outstanding leader. He inspired those who worked with him. His contribution was world wide. He will never be forgotten.
Nina Rosso
January 22, 2014
To the Miller Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Dicks passing.
I have fond memories of our childhood and Alabama Ave. I hope you all stay strong through these hard times.
The Rosso Family
Dave Knack
January 22, 2014
I had the pleasure of playing HS ball with Dick and it was great to follow his career and his success. He was a lot of fun to be around both on and off the court. My sincere condolences to his entire family.
Tom Knitter
January 22, 2014
Dear Fran, Mary Pat & family,
On behalf of the St. Thomas More HS community I'd like to offer my condolences. I'm sorry I will not be able to attend the memorial Mass to express my sympathy in person since I am currently out of state. Rest assured, Dick & your entire family are in my prayers.
I have contacted the administration at school and asked that they include a notice of Dick's death in the alumni newsletter so friends and classmates will be aware of his passing. God bless.
Tom Knitter
Past President STM
Tracey Clarke
January 18, 2014
My condolences to the Miller family. Richard was a great husband, father and brother-in-law and will be deeply missed.
duane schooley
January 17, 2014
Met Dick as a young sports writer covering UT basketball, a relationship that grew into a friendship. A true workman.
God Bless to family.
Robert Young
January 17, 2014
Dick Miller was one of my all-time favorite Rockets, In the eighth grade I listed him as my Idol in one of my English Papers. I remember him coming into Toledo starting as a freshmen and leading the Rockets to a victory in the first game ever played in the brand new Centennial Hall. He also was the first ever to slam dunk in a game at the new arena. Dec 1, 1976. I feel very bad for your loss. He provided may great memories to many Rocket faithful during an exciting time in Rocket basketball history. May God Bless Dick Miller and all of his family.
January 17, 2014
Thoughts and prayers are with you Andrea and Ashley.
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