Charles (Chuck) Clyde Miller of Marysville, Wash. passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2015 with Mary, his loving wife of 50 years, at his side. Chuck was born in Aberdeen on June 3, 1940 to William and Virginia Miller. He was the youngest of six boys (William Wallace Miller, Earl Eugene Miller, James Joseph Miller, Louis Leon Miller and Robert Raymond Miller). Chuck graduated from Aberdeen High School in 1958 and earned a bachelor of science degree in biology from Seattle University where he met his future wife and best friend Mary Victor. He went on to dental school at the University of Washington and remained a proud and passionate Husky all his life. Chuck enlisted in the Navy during the Vietnam War and was stationed at Camp Pendleton in Oceanside California where he took care of the dental needs of the Marines there. He later returned to the Pacific Northwest where he started his dental practice in Marysville, Washington with his longtime friend and partner Gordon Conn. He was the proud, devoted and loving father of four children, Melissa Sue Burum (Maurice), Charles Patrick Miller (Kelley), Elizabeth Ann Rogers (Scott) and Trina Marie Miller. He was blessed with five wonderful grandchildren (Reece, Chase, Alex, Meghan and Mia) whom he loved dearly and frequently spent time with. His face lit up every time he saw or spoke of them, he was such a loving grandfather. Chuck was an avid tennis player who always looked forward to his weekly doubles matches with his friends at the tennis club. He loved the outdoors, whether he was hiking in the Olympics, digging razor clams on the coastal beaches, sailing his Hobie Cat on Port Susan or fishing in Sitka Alaska with friends and family. He especially enjoyed traveling with his wife and kids and spending his summers at their cabin on Tulare Beach. Chuck was generous with his time with family, friends and the local community. He frequently volunteered at the local food bank and St. Mary's Church where he handled the finances for over 20 years. He was a devoted family man whose wit and welcoming smile will be missed by all who knew him and loved him. We miss you so much! A memorial service will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 4200 88th Street NE, Marysville, WA 98270, on Saturday, January 24, 2015 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

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Published by The Herald (Everett) on Jan. 22, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Charles Miller

16 Entries

Bryan Bunney

January 29, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss of Dr. Miller. He was my dentist for many years at the clinic. He was a good man and one you should be proud to call your husband and father. May God be with you as you go through this season of loss in your lives...

Gregory Gosch

January 28, 2015

Chuck was a true gentleman and a respected colleague. Chuck and Gordy helped me establish my dental practice in 1977 by letting me work in their old office, nights and Saturdays. After their new office was built on 48th, I rented office space for my new practice and enjoyed a congenial relationship with them for 16 years. I am sorry at his passing, but his heavenly reward will be great.

January 27, 2015

We are thinking of you and your family. We were surprised but have not been in touch for a long time. Chuck will be missed by many and rememberd as a loving and caring family man. God Bles you all. Joe and Rosalie Mandich

Richard Halberstadt

January 24, 2015

To the Miller Family, I'm sorry about Dr. Miller passing away, please accept my condolences. Dr. Miller took care of my teeth from 1969 till he retired. I found him to be a very caring and gentle dentist. Because of him I do not have the fear of going to the dentist that I once had. My prayers for the family.

Elby Martin

January 24, 2015

Sorry for your loss, Dr Miller was our family dentist way back in the 70s and 80s. He was a wonderful man.
Elby Martin (Everett)

January 23, 2015

Mary

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dee McGuire

Darlene Wold

January 23, 2015

Dr. Miller was a great boss to work for, and did excellent dentistry. I was employed by him in 1977 and worked with him until he retired. I'll miss him stopping by the office and seeing him on the 4th of July at his beach house. Great man and great family! My prayers go out to Mary and family.

Janet Elmore

January 23, 2015

Mary and children, our heartfelt prayers and thoughts are with you all. I was so privileged to have worked for Dr. Miller, and very thankful that he introduced me to a dental career. It was a wonderful time of our lives watching Holly and Trina grow up together. We have precious memories of a most special man, and thankful to have known him. Janet and Michael Elmore

Amy (Mitchell) Roberts

January 22, 2015

Uncle Chuck, your welcoming smile and laughter will always be remembered.

Leslie Miller

January 22, 2015

Dr. Miller was my dentist back in the early to mid-80's. He did fantastic work in reconstruction of my mouth giving me many years of use of my own teeth after another dentist failed to properly diagnose severe problems. Dr. Miller was a truly gifted professional and a delightful person to work with.

Larry Berge

January 22, 2015

So sorry to hear that you have lost Chuck. Although I haven't seen him since college days, I have great memories. We had a Poker group in High School, which continued on during Holidays (for a year or two),when we were all home from school.....of course he was the "life of the party". So sorry for your loss.

Sharon Boyd

January 22, 2015

I worked for Dr. Miller in both of his Marysville offices.He was a wonderful boss and always had that smile on his face.We had a great work atmosphere and Mary and him even gave me a retirement party at the beach house.I am so sad I won't be able to attend his service. My heart goes out to Mary and their children but they were all so blessed to have him in their lives.

Ron McCabe

January 22, 2015

Chuck you were such a part of my life when we grew up in Aberdeen across the street from each other. So many wonderful childhood memories with you. You will be sorely missed my friend. Peace be with you.

Kris (Jubie) Vanden Bosch

January 22, 2015

Prayers and heartfelt sympathy to the Miller family... Mr. Miller (as he was known by us kids) was my soccer coach and lived right down the street from me during my youth. He was very kind and I thought very highly of him. I am sorry to hear of his passing. RIP Coach Miller.

Mary Stiles

January 22, 2015

Dr. Miller, an amazing gentleman, was our dentist since my oldest son Bobby was 2 (1977). He sponsored my daughter's Brownie troop for 2 years. He relaxed you with his smile and hummed to the soft music while he was "working" in my mouth. We have remained patients at his clinic because of our beginnings with him. We emailed his obituary to our 3 children because he was always so personal with them. Blessings as you share with your children the fun, traditions and family values your father leaves you. Your mother and your family are in our hearts and prayers.

Paul Smith

January 22, 2015

We enjoyed being his neighbor at the "Beach" - sorry to hear of his passing.

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