Name: Calling hours for Max R. Miller
Start: 2024-10-24T14:00:00.000Z
End: 2024-10-24T15:00:00.000Z
Location: Biega Funeral Home - Middletown

Max R. Miller
Max R. Miller, 88, of Higganum, beloved husband of 62 years to Rosemary (Roberts) Miller, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024, at his home. He was born in Poughkeepsie, NY, son of the late Max H. and Ruth (Tanner) Miller. Max was a proud veteran serving with the US Army Reserve for 38 ½ years, earning the rank of Sargeant Major. He retired from working with the Valley Railroad in Essex where he held many positions. He was the VRR historian and author of the "Along the Valley Line". His love for railroads lasted all his life. Max is survived by his wife Rosemary, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and siblings, Leona Callahan, Delna Moran, Barney and Donald Miller. Funeral services will be held on Thursday (Oct. 24th) at 11 a.m. at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown. Burial with military honors will be held at Burr District Cemetery. Friends may call at Biega Funeral Home on Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to St. Peter Church, PO Box 707, Higganum, CT 06441 or a charity of the donor's choice. To share memories or express condolences online, please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.

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Published by Middletown Press on Oct. 22, 2024.

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Pamela Guinan

April 21, 2025

My sincere condolences to Max's wife, family and many friends. It was my pleasure to interact with Max as a volunteer for CDOT's highway-rail grade crossing safety program CTOL. Though my hours with Max were not nearly as many as he shared with Rob, et al, I see that Rob voiced Max beautifully well and I might add but one memory. Though Max stoked my interest so long ago, I am still in search of a sighting of his elegant and colorful Wood Duck. Rest in Peace, Max

Timothy Moran

November 12, 2024

Max, or I should say Uncle Skip was my childhood hero and mentor in life along with my other hero, his brother Barney. There are not enough words to describe Uncle Skip's knowledge of Nature as well as the Railroad. I remember when young, visiting him in Seymour, Ct. where he had a series of ponds raising endangered species of ducks, or his pet Raccoon . My first pet when I was three, was a crow he brought to me that he had retrieved from a nest. He was man's man, humble, but so strong in all ways. His love for the Railroad was beyond Compare, as was his knowledge of the Rail history of the area . He will be sorely missed, but never ever forgotten. Such a wonderful honor to call him Uncle!

Amy Moran

November 11, 2024

Rosemary,
So very sorry for your loss.uncle Skip and you were always so special to me . Many hugs!

Bill Harwood

October 28, 2024

Rest in peace Max
Your a fine soul and great influence on many people.

Joyce Doyle

October 25, 2024

Thank you for being such a good friend to my parents. I remember so fondly you working side by side with my father and brother. RIP. Joyce (Drotar) Doyle

Mary Jane Cassidy

October 23, 2024

Rosemary - my heart goes out to you and your family. Max was a giant among men. George always said "how would Max do it" or "what would Max think or say." George valued so the history of VRR to Goodspeed Landing and Camp Bethel. Max, George and I were honored to know you.

Rob Bradway

October 23, 2024

I am who I am today because of Max. The opportunities and guidance he shared so generously and selflessly have affected me profoundly for decades. I am far from the only recipient of Max's kindness. The measure of a man - how he carries himself and lifts up others. I am forever grateful to this strong, humble man, and his incredible Rosemary. The track ahead is clear and smooth, dear friend. Highball!

MICHELLE REINEWALD

October 22, 2024

My sincere condolences to Max's family and friends. Max was a wonderful, kind, generous man. The kind of man we hope our sons become. I will miss you, Max.

ROBERT BASS

October 22, 2024

Rosemary, Elizabeth and I are so sorry for your loss. We all have many stories we can tell working alongside a true gentleman like Max. I'll leave the stories for others to share. He was a man I respected and looked to for guidance in the affairs of the VRR. Please accept out condolences and prayers for your entire family.

Bill Drotar, Jr.

October 22, 2024

Thank you, Sir, for being a great co-worker, teacher and family friend. Although we didn't see each other often anymore, when we did it was like we'd worked together the week before. Thank you for preserving so much history, and sharing it with us all. And thank you for your Service. Until we meet again....

Shad Shack

October 22, 2024

Thank you for all your kindness.
You’ll forever be riding the rails in heaven

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