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1948
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2023
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Jerry Miller Obituary
May 8, 1948 - September 17, 2023
Fort Worth, Texas - "Jerry" Jerrell Wayne Miller, 75, of Fort Worth, Texas, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023, at home surrounded by family after a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer.
Jerry was born in Fort Worth, Texas to Mildred and Gene Miller on May 8, 1948. He graduated from Fort Worth's Arlington Heights High School in 1966. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War and served in the United States Military as a Marine from 1966 through 1969. After an honorable discharge from the Marines, he worked as a Project Manager for the Everman Corporation before making a career change as Owner and Operator of University Car Wash, Cityview Car Wash and Jerry's Express Car Wash.
He married Jane Sherrouse Miller on November 02, 1979, in Fort Worth, Texas.
Jerry was a member of Christ Chapel Bible Church. He was President of both the Southwest Car Wash Association and International Car Wash Association. He received the Southwest Car Wash Association Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021.
Jerry is preceded in death by parents, Mildred and Gene Miller; and son, Paul Miller.
Jerry is survived by wife, Jane Sherrouse Miller; children, Lisa and Todd Miller, Monica and Doug Cookston; brother, Mike Miller; sister, Melinda Hilton; and grandchildren, Mary Adlai Miller, Pate Miller, Touse Cookston and Harper Cookston.
Pallbearers will be Mike Miller, Todd Miller, Doug Cookston, Whit McKaskle, Sherrouse Cordell, Doyle Dixon, Touse Cookston, Pate Miller and Matthew Webster.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to The 43 Foundation or the charity of your choice in Jerry's name.
A Visitation will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p,m, on Monday, September 25, 2023, at Greenwood Chapel.
A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 a,m, on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at Greenwood Memorial Park with Tom Wilson officiating.
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Ken casten
September 29, 2023
Jerry was an avid bicyclist and ride on many Tour de France events. Condolences to his wife Jane
Mary Mac Elliott
September 26, 2023
Jerry Miller was one of the finest people we have ever known. His mentorship and continued support (along with Jane) of our son Kenton have been such a blessing to us, and we are forever grateful. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.
John, Kenton, and Mary Mac Elliott
Perry & Theresa Powell
September 25, 2023
Doug, Jane & Family,
Jerry was a treasure to all who knew him. We shall miss knowing he is there and pray that you all have the peace of Jesus in your hearts during this difficult time.
Coy Lindblom
September 24, 2023
I became acquainted with Jerry while serving on the ICA board. He was a fine gentleman and a friend. He and Jane showed Kathy and I around Fort Worth and toured his carwashes. Good memories.
Scott Ashford
September 24, 2023
I worked for Jerry at University car wash from 1989 until 1993. He taught me so much about work ethic and the car wash industry during that time. He was a perfectionist and it showed in everything he did. I will always look back on my time around Jerry with fondness.
Garvin Cox
September 24, 2023
Loved our years at TRC. He was a class act. RIP ole friend
Michael Dietrich
September 24, 2023
Jerry was a great family man, business man, friend, but most of all he loved our Triune Father with all his heart soul and mind. You will be sorely missed my Brother I know you heard " Well done good and faithful servant".
Bruce Kramer
September 24, 2023
I´m saddened to learn of Jerry´s passing. My prayers are with Jane and the entire family. I had the privilege to serve the International Carwash Association during Jerry´s tenure as President and fondly recall our meeting in Ft. Worth hosted by Jerry and Jane. He sure was proud of Ft. Worth. We are all grateful for all that Jerry did for the ICA and his community. He will be missed by all who knew him. Bruce Kramer
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Memorial Events
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Sep
25
Visitation
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Greenwood Funeral Homes - Cremation at Greenwood Memorial Park3344 White Settlement Road, Fort Worth, TX 76107
Sep
26
Graveside service
11:00 a.m.
Greenwood Funeral Homes - Cremation at Greenwood Memorial Park3344 White Settlement Road, Fort Worth, TX 76107
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