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Harry Miller Obituary
Harry Miller, 78, of St. Joseph passed away on Monday, June 28, 2021, at Lakeland Medical Center, St. Joseph.
A celebration of life service will be at noon, Friday, July 2, at Village Seventh-day Adventist Church, 635 St. Joseph Ave., Berrien Springs, with Pastor Ron Kelly officiating. Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family from 10 a.m. until time of service on Friday at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Make-A-Wish Michigan, 7600 Grand River Ave., Suite 175, Brighton, MI 48114 or Adventist Frontier Mission, P.O. Box 286, Berrien Springs, MI 49103. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chapel & Cremation Services.
Harry was born on March 11, 1943, to Thaddeus and Frieda (Wollner) Miller in Lodz, Poland. At the age of 6, he and his family immigrated to Michigan. He graduated from St. Joseph High School. He then proudly served his country in the U.S. Army before being honorably discharged. Harry worked for Whirlpool Corp. as a dryer engineer for more than 35 years before retirement.
In October 1990, Harry married Sharon Warren in Berrien Springs.
Harry was known for his servant heart. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to assist family and friends with home and landscaping projects. Make-A-Wish Michigan was very dear to him. For the past 31 years, he would ride his bike 300 miles in three days to raise funds for Make-A-Wish Michigan and overall, he raised more than a quarter of a million dollars.
Harry was also very active at the Village Seventh-day Adventist Church, where he was an elder and volunteered in multiple capacities. Harry and Sharon participated in dozens of international mission trips through Maranatha International and the Village SDA Church. Harry enjoyed going camping and fishing, cheering on the Chicago Cubs, and he especially enjoyed spending time with family and grandchildren.
Harry is survived by his wife, Sharon Miller; children: Denise Miller of Plainwell, Mich., Andrea (Q) Miller of North Pole, Alaska, Sherry (Steve) Naumann of Bloomfield Ind., Dawn (Brian) Mutz of Bridgman, Lori (Jay) Darling of Frankfort, Mich.; grandchildren include: Zachary Van Sweden, Matthew (Nikki) Naumann, Michelle (Nic) Cox, Brenden Mutz, Ryan Mutz, TJ Darling, Luke (Selika) Darling, Wil Darling, Seth Darling; five great-grandchildren; and former wife, Ruth Miller.
Harry was preceded in death by his parents: Thaddeus and Frieda Miller; and half brother, Juergen Johannes Golz.
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Heather Lechner
July 6, 2021
I am deeply saddened to hear of the loss of such a wonderful person. I always enjoyed his presence at the Make-A-Wish Bike Ride. I will really miss his smiling face. He was an amazing person.
Debra Marx
July 1, 2021
I had the honor of working with Harry for several years. He was a very caring and generous man. I remember when he walked 24 hrs straight in Relay for Life. He couldn´t put shoes on for quite a while after the walk. Had to wear sandals to work. But that was Harry.
Sabrina Buchalski
June 30, 2021
I have seen Harry at every wam I have done (except last year) the last 12 years. I will miss seeing him on the tour. He was always smiling and his smile just made you feel good. My heart goes out to his family and friends and fellow riders.
Douglas Mills
June 30, 2021
I had the pleasure of riding with Harry as a member of David's Heroes. It was inspiring to see him at the WAM 300 every year. I once mentioned to him that my wife has a heart condition. He replied, "I have a heart condition too. It breaks for sick children." The world has lost a truly good person.
Geof and Carol Dingler
June 30, 2021
Harry, gone too soon but you´ll always be in our memories. From bicycling for Make A Wish, traveling to Florida, playing cards and all those honey-dos we have shared, you were a terrific friend and companion. We will watch over your beloved wife and cherish all the memories. Until we meet again Rest In Peace.
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