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Mark Miller Obituary
Mark was born in Detroit, MI and later moved to Bloomington, MN. He attended Central College in Pella, IA, where he met his wife, Sue Carpenter. He later attended the University of Dubuque for his Master of Divinity and earned a Doctor of Ministry from McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago, IL. Before retiring to Davenport, FL, Mark served for 40 years as a Presbyterian pastor in Sioux City, IA; East Moline, IL; La Vista, NE; and Hutchinson, KS.
Mark loved serving people and created many ministries at the churches he served. Even in retirement, he was actively involved at Community Presbyterian Church; was a Disney World season passholder, enjoying trips with his grandkids; and enjoyed reading in his lanai, biking around his neighborhood on a recumbent trike, and building Lego sets.
He is survived by daughter and son-in-law Jennifer and Desi Jimenez of Coral Gables, FL; son and daughter-in-law Brian and Joey Miller of Papillion, NE; five grandchildren, Noah and Eden Jimenez, Elle, Davis, and Clark Miller; brother and sister-in-law Alan and Mary Miller of Holland, MI; brother-in-law Mark Carpenter of Urbandale, IA; 1 nephew and 4 nieces. He was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Sue Carpenter.
A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, October 4th at 2 pm at Community Presbyterian Church, 511 Celebration Ave., Celebration, FL 34747, with a graveside service to be held at a later date at Cedar Dale Cemetery, Papillion, NE.
Memorials can be made to Hope Partnership: www.thehopepartnership.org.
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Bill Bowerd
February 23, 2024
How thankful for my friend Mark, the times we shared in Omaha and his
clear and faithful witness
to Jesus Christ.
Heather Taylor (Rahn)
October 25, 2022
I am very saddened by his passing I grew up in the first Presbyterian church in east moline he baptized me when I was only a few months old. My thoughts and prayers are with the family...
Gail Glockhoff-Long
October 25, 2022
Mark officiated our wedding in 1987 and discovered funds that had been donated for a handbell choir at the church. We bought the bells and the bell choir started in the fall of 1984 still has 1 of the original ringer plus me as the original director. Thank you to Mark for starting that that project at First Presbyterian, East Moline.
Lisa and Jim Tarbell
October 24, 2022
Mark officiated our wedding in 1991 and I babysat their kids when they were little. Mark (and Sue) will be remembered fondly. Thinking of Jennifer and Brian today.
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Steven Knight
October 8, 2022
I was a classmate of Mark and Sue at Central College and lived next door to Mark our senior year. He was a true gentleman and lived his faith every day. His suffering is over and has gone home to join Sue. My heart is heavy with sadness
Edwin Steinmetz
October 6, 2022
Thanks be to God for the blessing of Mark's sincere Christian faith and his encouraging friendship.
Al Zimmerman
October 6, 2022
Thank you for your encouragement support in my walk of faith.
Michele and Ed Whitcomb
October 5, 2022
I enjoyed watching Mark beam when he was watching his children perform at the band exhibitions. He was at every event and supportive. What touches my heart is seeing his son and daughter grow up to be hard working and amazing parents. His legacy lives on through them. He will be missed here, but Sue was joyful when she saw him in heaven.
Jeff Thomson
October 4, 2022
I love your sense of humor brother, I'll miss your dad jokes. I have to say I had to refrain from posting one here. I know I'll see you again my friend Godspeed.
Charles and Mary Lou Massa
October 4, 2022
We send our sincere sympathy to Mark´s family. We were honored to have Mark as our pastor in East Moline, IL for several years. We will miss his wonderful Christmas letter. Love and Blessings to all.
Misti McLain
October 4, 2022
A truly wonderful man has gone home! I am thankful for the time my family was led by Pastor Mark at FPC in Hutchinson. Thank you for sharing him with us! Our prayers are with you and your family.
Neal Earley
October 3, 2022
I praise the Lord for eighteen years of worship, work and service together in Faith Church congregation. Neal Earley
Phyllis Bell
October 3, 2022
Pastor Mark married Chuck and I in the Chapel of FPC, Hutchinson on July 16, 2016. He will always be our first pastor we knew as a couple. Fly high Mark, you are free. Phyllis Bell
David and Pamela Anderson
October 3, 2022
We were sorry to hear of Mark's passing but are glad he is now at peace and free of pain. His leadership left a wonderful legacy at FPC, Hutchinson, KS.
Tara Ghere
October 3, 2022
I completely loved working with Pastor Mark in the Reno County VOAD. We certainly missed him when he moved from Hutchinson; but we loved that he wanted to spend more time with his family in FL. He will forever be remembered by us all for his devotion to the Lord and putting Feet to his Faith by serving others. We will see you again one day my friend!
Greg & Sally Carlson
October 3, 2022
Well done good & faithful servant! Sally and I were pleased to know and work with Mark in Missouri River Valley Presbytery. Prayers to Mark´s family as you grieve and celebrate his life.
Rick
October 3, 2022
The world is a worse place than it was a few days ago.
Thank you, Mark, for being there on the worst night of my life. I would not be here if you had not been there.
Dick and Carol Brown
October 2, 2022
Our condolences on the passing of Mark. He made a lot of friends here at First Presbyterian Church in Hutchinson KS. He will be missed.
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