Howard "Duck" Miller

Howard "Duck" Miller obituary, Rockville, IN

Howard "Duck" Miller

Howard Miller Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Samaritan Affordable Funeral and Cremation Services - Terre Haute on Mar. 31, 2026.
Howard "Duck" Miller, 75, of Rockville, IN passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. He was born to Charles George Miller and Rosemary (Hansen) Miller on August 4, 1950 in Indianapolis, IN. Howard worked as a rock truck driver and in motorcycle fabrication.

He married the love of his life, Paula (Dearing) Miller in 2020 and enjoyed spending time with her fishing and hunting. He also enjoyed smoking cigars while watching the sunset. Howard was a member of the Sons of Silence and served as their National Vice President. He also enjoyed going to motorcycle swap meets and building motorcycles.

Howard is preceded in death by both of his parents; son, Jason Miller; and brother, George Miller.

Howard is survived by his wife, Paula; sons, Kevin Miller and Charles Miller; daughter, Angela Laird (David); sister, Marilyn Kretheotis; and 3 grandchildren.

Cremation has been entrusted to Samaritan Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.samaritanfunerals.com

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