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Frederick Miller Obituary
Frederick Henry Miller, 73, of East Haddam, devoted husband of Katherine (Sulinski) Miller, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at his home. He was born in Middletown, son of the late Edward Miller and Bernice (Konopka) Brandoli. Frederick was a proud member of the class of '67 at Xavier High School and went on to work for the State of Connecticut at Riverview Hospital for Children and Youth as a Unit Supervisor. Fred's contagious smile shone the brightest when he was doing what he loved. Whether he was traveling to Hawaii and Pittsburg, NH, finding geocaches, collecting sports cards and comics, singing along to his favorite tunes at the Newport Folk Fest and in the church choir, rooting for the Yankees, or playing ice hockey, Fred always found a way to live life to the fullest. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his loving wife Katherine, son, Evan Miller and his wife Gina of NJ, daughter, Katie Veronesi and her husband Daniel of West Hartford, brother, Raymond Miller (Linda) of Middletown, two grandchildren, Benjamin and Alexander Veronesi, as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends, and his loyal dog Crosby. He was predeceased by a sister Caroline Swanson, and his stepfather, Albert Brandoli. The Funeral Liturgy will be held on Tuesday, June 27th at 10:30 a.m. at St. Bridget of Kildare Church, 75 Moodus Leesville Road, Moodus. Burial will follow at St. Bridget Cemetery. Calling hours will be held on Monday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may send memorial contributions to Newport Festivals Foundation, Inc. or East Haddam Food Bank. To share memories or express condolences online, please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.
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Susan K Arsenault
June 18, 2024
Thinking of you, Kathy & Family...
Chris Kingsbury
July 6, 2023
I went camping with him in `66. We had a blast. Great guy.
Gary Zera
June 30, 2023
Ronnie and I are deeply saddened with this news. Praise to Kathy and Family.
Sharon, Formica
June 29, 2023
Fred was always smiling and making people laugh. Deepest sympathy goes out to his family and friends.
STEPHEN Kissinger
June 26, 2023
Kathy, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family
Andrea Spaulding
June 26, 2023
Deepest sympathy to Kathy, Katie and Evan. Fred was such an amazing man. He always was calm, cool, and collective in difficult situations at RVH. He was a great person to work with.
I'm so glad you and Kathy stopped by to have a hotdog and we were able to chat!! You will be deeply missed.
Gregory Schmidt
June 25, 2023
In 1956 our family moved to the South Farms district of Middletown onto the same block as Freddy (as we called him in those days). Freddy's sincere, cheerful, outgoing disposition made him a well known favorite among kids and parents alike. My own mother often recounted how on moving into our 'new' neighborhood, one of the first people she encountered was a young Freddy who even at the tender age of 6, acting as ambassador for the neighborhood, demonstrated poise beyond his years proudly declaring his presence and politely introducing himself as 'Frederick Henry Miller'.
I remember Freddy selling night crawlers and later acquiring one the first Datsun 240 Z's. He being a few years my senior, we were never close, however we had a common interest in singing and playing guitar and thusly shared our experience on a couple of occasions.
Bottom line, he was the salt of the earth. My heart and prayers go out to his family and loved ones. Rest in Peace Frederick Henry Miller.
Dugan-Miller gathering. Jamestown, RI 2019
Brett Dugan
June 24, 2023
Newport Folk Festival 2016
Brett Dugan
June 24, 2023
Brett Dugan
June 24, 2023
Our sympathies go out to the Miller family. Fred welcomed us into his family with open arms. We are in awe of, and forever grateful for, his generosity, good humor, and devotion to family and friends.
mitchell milone
June 24, 2023
my condolences to the Miller family. Fred was a courageous man, who always spoke straight from the heart. May he find his eternal cache. He will be dearly missed.
John W. Smith (Smitty)
June 24, 2023
Fred and I were on the bowling team together at Xavier, and he was always friendly and fun to be with. Condolences to his family.
Charlie Rich
June 24, 2023
My condolences to you and your family, Kathy. I have many great memories of both of you and our times together at Riverview. Fondly,
Tim Danahey, XHS '67
June 24, 2023
Condolences to the family.
Marie and Ken Sola
June 23, 2023
Our deepest Sympathy to the family. Our hearts and prayers are with you all.
Marie and Ken Sola
Karen Thayer
June 23, 2023
So, so sorry to hear about your your loss. I went to grammar school with Fred and then in Mercy for high school. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Sal Marino, Xavier Class of 1967
June 23, 2023
As a 1967 classmate of Fred, I can see his friendly smile in my memories. I also remember him as a good and caring person Rest in peace, Fred.
Dennis O'Rourke
June 23, 2023
My condolences to Fred's family. I was a classmate of Fred's at Xavier ( class of 1967). He truly was an outstanding person. His smile and his laugh stand out to me even after all these years. May he rest in peace.
Bernard Barile
June 23, 2023
No finer a person created by God! Kind, warm, gentle, giving and a remarkable sense of humor. Went out of his way to not be offensive or hurt another’s feelings. A good good friend for forty years. If he ain’t in Heaven none of us are getting in, especially me! (I did ask Fred to put in a good word for me with St Peter at the Pearly Gates.! Looking away so as not to be offensive, he sardonically replied, Sure!
Liz Whitty, Xavier High School
June 23, 2023
Xavier High School extends sincere condolences to the Miller family. Fred, Class of 1967, the first graduating class, was always the first to register to play golf at the annual Xavier Alumni Golf Classic. We barely got it posted before he knocked on our door with a check in hand. We will miss him. Fred, his family, and golf partners are in the prayers of this Xaverian community.
Art Weber
June 23, 2023
Fred was my friend since kindergarten at Farm Hill School. We were born a day apart. A caring, compassionate man, he lived life to its fullest. He was so rich in grace, feeling, humor, family and friendships. My deep condolences to his family. I´ll miss him a lot.
Francis J. Pawlowski
June 23, 2023
Fred and I were members of the first graduating class from Xavier High School in 1967. He was a good man, 100% genuine from top to bottom. Fred was kind, considerate, funny, and always pleasant to speak with.
None of us 1967'ers changed the course of world history dramatically. Fred lived his life simply and treated people with kindness and respect - whether they deserved either or both.
At the 50th reunion of our class in 2017, Fred signed my XHS yearbook: "Fran, still standing after fifty years. Peace, Fred Miller." Several other Xavier classmates helped me to become a better person - and some did not. Fred was in the first category.
Fred, and all members of his extended family, are in my prayers. Thank you for being my friend, Frederick Henry Miller.
Francis J. Pawlowski
Gallup, New Mexico
Jane Klemba
June 23, 2023
Kathy,
Forty five years ago, you and Fred welcomed me into your family of friends. Especially lately, your growing family had brought him such joy. Find comfort in your memories and the support of those who share the loss of such a good man.
Jane Klemba
Mary Mouth Brophy
June 23, 2023
Love ya Freddie thanks for all the good memories and laughter. I will remember you with your unique maniacal laugh and your pedal to the metal driving thanks for being my 8th brother
Love Mouthie
Bill Sulinski
June 23, 2023
We are all blessed to have known Fred
Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers
Sorry we could not be with you, Katherine
Bill and Ann
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