Daniel Roy Miller

Daniel Roy Miller was the last of 9 children, born on August 22, 1951, in San Antonio, Texas. The beloved husband, devoted father, and doting grandfather, was diagnosed with Alzheimer's/Dementia and Diabetes, and faced these illnesses with such bravery and strength. Throughout his battle, he remained positive, and focused on the day when he'd finally get to return home. No obstacle was too difficult to overcome in his eyes. Daniel lost his battle at the age of 72, on May 30, 2024, in Houston, Texas surrounded by his loved ones.

He was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Consuelo Miller, brothers Pete Funari, Charles Funari, and Bobby Funari, Charles Miller Jr, and grandson Travis Fenn.

He is survived by his wife Sandra, daughter Heidi Fenn (Todd), sons Daniel Jr (Claudia), and Ryan (Rebecca), grandchildren Todd Fenn Jr, Thomas Fenn, Caroline Miller, Cash Miller, his sisters Norma Torres, Sylvia Vargas, Shirley Sanchez, DiAnne Garza (Hector), and numerous nieces and nephews.

Daniel graduated from Brackenridge High School in 1969, and attended St Mary's University in San Antonio. While there, he realized his dream of Law Enforcement, and began his career helping others at the Texas Department of Public Safety, where he eventually earned his stripes as a Sergeant. He loved being a State Trooper and taking care of people. He often went above and beyond in the line of duty, and because of this received many commendations during his nearly 30 years in the Driver License Division. He retired in 2001, and was very proud to receive the commission of Special Texas Ranger. He proudly showed that badge off to any and everyone - whether they wanted to see it or not!

In 1972, Daniel married his best friend, and the love of his life, Sandra. During their 51 years together they built a beautiful life with their three children. He cherished the time he spent with his family, and a huge passion he shared with them was his love of sports. Whether he was coaching his kids' teams or cheering them on, he always made a point to attend anything they were involved in. That also rang true later when grandkids came along. No matter what, he was ALWAYS your biggest and loudest fan, and even if you couldn't see him ... you knew he was there! He was a man of many words, and his words of wisdom will never be forgotten.

Daniel will be remembered as a kind, compassionate, generous, and loving person who made a difference in the lives of so many. His legacy of love and his service to others will live on through his family, friends, and the countless lives he touched.

Memorial Service (with DPS Honor Guard) will be held Saturday, July 6, 2024 @ 11am, Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 19222 Texas 249, Houston, TX 77070.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to his favorite charity: www.CDHI.org/donate (in memory of Travis Fenn in honor of Daniel Miller).