John Gary "Scary Gary" Miller Sr.

1957 - 2019

John Gary "Scary Gary" Miller Sr., age 61, went home to be with the Lord on June 28, 2019 after a short but hard battle with cancer. He was born in New Orleans, LA on August 31, 1957 and was a longtime resident of the Greater New Orleans area. Gary was the son of the late Joseph Victor Miller Sr. and the late Ruby Marie Bartholomew Miller, and the late stepmother Priscilla Miller. He was the beloved husband and best friend of his wife of forty-one years, Mary Lamury Miller. They were married on Sept 10, 1977. Gary was the father of Ruby Marie Miller of Metairie, LA and John Gary Miller Jr. (fiancée Megan Brent) of Luling, LA. He is survived by his siblings, Joseph V. Miller Jr., Paul L. Miller, Aletha T. Miller, Dody Lightwell, Samuel Reed, Tammy Bourgeois, Jimmie Hartman and Darryl Sauerwin. Gary is also survived by grandchildren Bryce Bodden, Alexia Bodden, Gabriella Bodden, Cooper Bodden, Derrick Miller, Aaron Swick, Blake Swick, Cayden Brent and great-grandchild Terrance Joseph Bodden along with many nieces and nephews. Gary attended Bonnabel High School where he received his GED and went to trade school for HVAC. He was a jack of all trades. He started his own business, JGM Inc., building houses. He was a respected person for his work. His love for his family and music was close to his heart. He was a drummer for several local bands. He played music with some lifelong friends and was recognized as one of the best drummers in the area. He had a lot of heart and passion for everything he did. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his memorial service on Sunday, July 21, 2019, at 1:00 p.m. at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Harvey, Louisiana located at 3245 Manhattan Blvd.