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William R. "Bill" Miller
William R. "Bill" Miller Jr., 65, of Springfield, passed away on Wednesday, September 1, 2010 at Memorial Medical Center.
Bill was born December 24, 1944 in Chattanooga, TN, the son of William Robert and Thelma L. Sims Miller. He married Constance A. "Connie" Woodward on December 23, 1968.
Bill graduated from Mendel Catholic Boys School and Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. Bill was a member of the Elks and Delta Chi Fraternity and enjoyed a good game of golf.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Bill is survived by his wife, Connie of Springfield; a son, Tripp (Cary) Miller of Fairway, KS; a daughter, Abbey (Zac) Sigler of St. Louis, MO; two grandsons, Chase and Cooper Miller and soon-to-be granddaughter Sigler; his siblings, Charles (Pat) Scoggins of Marinette, WI, Lynn Hocevar of White Pigeon, MI, and Deb (Scott) Snyder of Carlsbad, CA; several nephews, nieces and a cousin.
Cremation will be accorded by Butler Cremation Tribute Center.
A celebration of Bill's life will be held from 1:30 - 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 4, 2010 at Lincoln Greens Golf Course, 700 E. Lake Shore Dr., Springfield.
A private family burial will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 687 E. Linton Ave., Springfield, IL 62703.
The family of William R. Miller is being served by Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield.
Please visit Bill's online life story at www.butlerfuneralhomes.com to offer your condolences.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Carole O'Neill
September 7, 2010
Connie, Abbey and Tripp,
My sympathy to all of you, I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember many fun times at the soccer games and school events with you. Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish all the wonderful memories I'm sure you have.
Brittany Barber Workman
September 4, 2010
Connie, Abbey, and Trip, I was so sorry to hear about Mr. Miller. I have many fond memories of him growing up. I can hear him laughing as I type this! May the memories keep him alive forever in your hearts.
Gena Golemo
September 3, 2010
Connie, Tripp & Abbey,
My heart goes out to you all. I have wonderful childhood memories of your family. We were all so lucky to grow up together in a time when neighbors were like family. I miss you all and send my love & prayers your way.
Ed & Jean Ann Mies
September 3, 2010
Dear Connie, Tripp, and Abby,
Our prayers are with you. We always enjoyed his fun attitude and good spirits. God Bless!
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Judy Thompson
September 3, 2010
Dear Connie, Tripp and Abby
I am so sorry to hear of Bills death. My heart and prayers are with all of you. I have many great memories of the days on South State Street.
Bill was a great neighbor and will be sadly miss my many people.
Sincerely Judy Thompson and Family
cindy baron dixon
September 3, 2010
Dear Connie:
I am so sorry for your loss. Bill was always so friendly and smiling and such a wonderful person.-You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Cindy Baron Dixon (SOS)
September 3, 2010
Dear Connie, Tripp, Abbey & Family,
Dave & I were so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was so helpful to me when I started working at SEA Group. He helped me get the Helpdesk up and running. I remember when the weather was nice, he would leave the office and tell us he was "going to church" meaning, he was really going to play golf!
We will keep you in our prayers,
Lou & Dave Robisch
Brian Barnes
September 3, 2010
My heart goes out to the Miller Family. I was crushed to hear about Bill's passing. He was such a big part of my high school memories. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Garrison Family
September 3, 2010
Dear Connie, Tripp & Abbey,
Miller was truly a great spirit. He had a very positive outlook on the world and it was always my pleasure when I was with him. Miller was a person that helped shape my life in terms of what is really important. This comes from a guy that knew him not only as a boss but as a friend. He was so very proud of his family and loved you guys as much as any person could. And yes Connie, I can still see the picture in the hallway of Miller and it will be one of my thoughts and laughs when I think of him. Love to all Jim, Connie & Ryan
Maggie Martinez
September 3, 2010
Abbey
You and your family are in my prayers.
Jennifer Stoll
September 3, 2010
I am saddened to hear about Bill. He was such a pleasure to take care of. He always had a smile on his face and could easily light up a room. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
September 2, 2010
Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to your Family. I always admired Bill when I worked with him at SEA Group. He was one of the kindest people I've ever known. I will always remember him telling me to stretch in the am if you want to play golf and if I don't hit the ball great on the course "he'll throw it for me." That was just Bill. I will cherish his laughter and kindness. He never had a bad day. It was a pleasure to know him. He will certainly be missed.
Leroy Singleton
Bree Robertson
September 2, 2010
Aunt Connie , Abbey, and Tripp- lots of hugs and prayers are headed your way from our family. We loved uncle Bill and will miss him greatly. Just remember you now have an angel to watch over you all and baby Sigler and the boys! Love you guys and we will see you Saturday and Sunday. Xoxo
Bree, Todd & Kylinn
Carol Chrans
September 2, 2010
Bill was always a patient teacher in golf, I appreciate his guidence and humor. He will be missed for his dedication and commitment to the sport as well as his assistance and humor he exhibited. Have fun with Cathy at Heaven"s happy hour!!!
Love Jim and Carol Chrans
The McDonoughs
September 2, 2010
Connie, Tripp and Abbey: We all so sorry for the loss of one of the really GOOD GUYS we've met in our lives. Bill was genuine, funny, bright, strong and an overall sweet man. He will be missed by many. May he rest in peace.
Pat (Saladino) Sriner
September 2, 2010
Connie and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of bereavement.
Sincere sympathy, love, and prayers,
SHS Class of 1964
Beth Hamilton
September 2, 2010
Connie, Tripp and Abbey,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of "Miller" when I worked for him at SEA Group. My thoughts are with you through this difficult time.
Sarah Steele
September 2, 2010
Abbey, Tripp and Mrs. Miller-
My sincere thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I could always count on Mr. Miller's humor and encouragement to brighten any soccer field Abbey and I played on. It has been a pleasure to have known Bill and his family.
September 2, 2010
So sorry for your loss. We have fond memories of our early married years and get togethers with the Millers.
Gail & Ken Kotter, Scottsdale, Arizona
September 2, 2010
Connie and family,
I had the pleasure of meeting Bill when I worked for Dr. Duane Brown. He was so full of life and always had us girls cracking up! He will definitely be missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May memories bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Dr.Brown's Office Sue, Rachel and Marci
September 2, 2010
Connie and Family-Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.We cannot imagine the loss you are feeling right now.We have a lot of fond memories of Bill in this office.He always came in with a big smile and hugs for everyone.He would address himself as "Dr. Miller"when he arrived.We loved to tease him as much as he loved to tease us.He will be sadly missed by all of us girls.
Jason Cozadd & family
September 2, 2010
Connie, Tripp, & Abbey,
My deepest sympathies are with you. I still cherish many fond memories of growing up with all of you. Bill will truly be missed.
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