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ROY RAYMOND MILLER
LIMA — Roy Raymond Miller of Lima, Ohio (1961-2010) and Sylvania, Ohio (his childhood home) age 85, died February 20, 2015. He was born the youngest of 8 children on September 20, 1929 to Roy and Ethel Miller. On January 16, 1954 he married Evelyn Frances Birsen, who preceded him in death in 2010.
Survivors include two sons, Christopher (Lori) Miller, of Temperance, MI, and Neil Benjamin (Karrie) Miller, of Bowling Green, OH; a daughter, Stephanie (Gregory) of Carbondale CO; 5 grandchildren, Angie, Brooke, Adam, Lindsay and Brittany: 3 great-grandchildren, Samuel, Sawyer and Keeley Mae; sister-in laws Lorraine Mowry of Toledo, OH, Lois Tester of Wauseon, OH, Winifred Miller of Lambertville, MI.
He was preceded in death by his 7 siblings, Tony, Pierpont, Blair, Nobel, Eva, Kate, and Juanita.
Roy served in the US Army during the Korean War. Roy was an Optician and Custom Artificial Eye Maker and owned Miller Opticians and Miller Artificial Eye Laboratory .
Roy was an avid long distance runner. He ran many marathons including 8 Boston Marathons; he competed in a 10K race on his 80th birthday and took 1st place in his age group.
Family and friends may call at the Reeb Funeral Home, 5712 Main Street, Sylvania, Ohio on Tuesday, February 24, 2015 from 4:00pm until 9:00pm. A graveside service with military funeral honors will be held at Gethsemani Cemetery, 2001 Spencerville Road, Lima, Ohio on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at noon. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to any charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be left at www.reebfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Roy Miller
March 1, 2015
Chris, Benjie, Stephanie, and Grandchildren,
So, so sorry about your Dad. I just found out today from Cindy that he passed away. I don't know how I missed it but I did. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
May God bless you all.
Carol Walker and Denny Breneman
Carol Mansfield
February 25, 2015
Fond memories of Roy when I worked across the hall for Dr. Biggs. Roy had a big heart, oh the stories that he could tell! Sorry for your loss.
Christopher Butler
February 24, 2015
My condolences to Roy's family. Back in 1984 he announced my engagement on one of his visits to Easter Straker's program.
He had told me to watch so I taped the segment and still watch it regularly with friends and family. We were bowling buds and good friends. Roy will be fondly remembered. God Bless.
Leo Rivera
February 23, 2015
Sorry to hear about my friend Roy!!!! We will always remember your running stories !!.... Till we meet again
February 23, 2015
I had admiration for Roy. I worked at University Opticians while I was attending UT and had the pleasure of knowing Roy and Brian fitting artificial eyes. He was a wonderful, caring man and I feel honored to have our paths crossed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
~Debbie Trimborn~
Nancy ULM Grote
February 23, 2015
Sorry to hear of Roy's passing. The ULM family members (4) of Delphos were fortunate to have Roy help them with their prostheses. He was a kind man with ever a story to relax you during your fittings.
February 23, 2015
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Chip Lothes
February 23, 2015
Chris, I always respected your father and for the things he stood for. He helped Ohio opticians gain licensure in this State, and may he now rest in peace.
Fred and Garnett Heer
February 23, 2015
Roy was my mentor and I became an optician in the real world because of him! Optical school gave me basic knowledge but Roy taught me people skills. I loved him and will NEVER forget him! Absent from the body, present with the LORD. May the comfort of God surround your family at this time.
February 23, 2015
To Chris and Lori and kids, I am very sorry for your loss
Kevin Bourk
February 23, 2015
I so enjoyed my numerous runs with your Dad. Runners are like a fraternity. You are in our prayers Chris. Kevin and Jeannie Bourk
February 23, 2015
To Chris, Lori, and family; So sorry for the loss of your Dad! You are in our thoughts and prayers! Sharon and Mike Shirkey
February 22, 2015
Offering my condolences and hoping that you find comfort in knowing that God is near to us when our hearts are broken.
February 22, 2015
May the God of all comfort, comfort you during your loss.
Kathy LuCille Bennett
February 22, 2015
Your Father was very dear to me growing up. I was a patient of his for many years. He will remain in my fondest of memories, & his crystal blue eyes that twinkled when he smiled, lighting up his face. My thoughts are with you all, especially Stephanie who was a former classmate.
David Johnson
February 22, 2015
Roy, you were an inspiration to a lot of people in a lot of ways. Everybody in town knew your name and while we hate to see you go, its time for your long deserved rest. Peace my friend.
Cyntra Chambers
February 22, 2015
This man fit many pairs of glasses on my face. Started wearing them at 18 months and never ever had sore ears or nose from poor fit. They don't make opticians like him anymore. RIP Mr. Miller
Patricia Betts Bennett
February 22, 2015
My dad Bob Betts worked for Roy for many years at Miller Opticians. Deepest sympathy to the Miller family.
Patricia Betts Bennett,
Auburn, NE
Glenn & Paula Terrill
February 22, 2015
We are so sorry for you loss, but know he is in a better place and feeling no pain! Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Stevie and family, during this difficult time.sending you bug hugs,too! It sounds like he was a very special guy!
Tom Swift
February 22, 2015
Stephanie, so sorry for your loss. The couple times I met your Dad, he was always smiling. If he had been a politician or car salesman, I would've been highly suspicious. Deepest sympathy, Tom.
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