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Alvin MILLER Obituary

MILLER, Reverend Alvin 82, of St. Petersburg, FL, was called home by his Heavenly Father on June 26, 2021. A graduated of Gibbs High School-Class of 1957, he retired from Pinellas Technical Education Center as the department head of the Culinary Arts. He was committed to serving God and others as the Associate Pastor of Bethel Metropolitan Baptist Church for 41 years. His life's mission was dedicated to inspiring and helping others through his ministerial visits to anyone in need, touching the lives of many people. His love of giving back and serving others inspired him to go into catering, where he was the owner of Miller's Catering for more than 50 years. His most recent accomplishment was receiving a US patent for the design and development of the High Volume Frier Brazier. He served in the United States Army. He leaves to cherish his memories, beloved wife, Esther Miller of 61 years; daughters, Veronica Norfleet, (Joseph) and Alvina Miller; brother, Raymond Howard, (companion Linda Merkison); niece, Kimberly Johnson; sister-in-law, Margaret Davis; aunt, Rosanna McCullough; cousins, Jan and Sylvia Perry, Alice Williams; god-daughter along with a host of cousins, special friends, and classmates. His legacy and memory will live on forever. Funeral services Saturday, July 10, 11 am at First Baptist Church of St. Petersburg, 1900 Gandy Blvd. North. Visitation Friday, July 9, 3-5 pm at Smith Funeral Home/894-2266, family will receive friends 6-8 pm at Bethel Metropolitan Baptist Church.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Jul. 7, 2021.

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Veronica

July 1, 2025

Still remembering your presence and kindness.

Veronica

July 1, 2024

Remembering Alvin, long ago.friend and fellow
worker at Aunt Hattie's. Kind and good person.
God rest his beautiful soul.
Veronica Felices

Veronica

February 15, 2023

Still remember you and your kindness(and sense
of humor). God rest your soul, Alvin. Veronica

Wanda kelty

July 22, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Sending prayers for your wife and family

Simone Taylor

July 10, 2021

Simone Taylor No one can prepare you for a loss; it comes like a swift wind. However, take comfort in knowing God is with you and your family lean on him in your time of need. Please accept my most heartfelt condolences.

John and Diana Newsome

July 10, 2021

The Newsome family of SC and New York would like to extend our deepest sympathies to Esther and family on the passing of Rev. Alvin. We always looked forward to his summer visits. May God richly bless you all doing this trying time. John and Diana Newsome

Jennifer Daley (Dorn)

July 10, 2021

My deepest condolences to Alvina, Ronnie, and family. Praying that God will comfort and strengthen you during this time.

Laura Johnson

July 10, 2021

To the family of Rev Alvin Miller, I send deepest condolences for the passing of this amazing man of God. He was there in my life when I lost my mom to cancer and had to relay this message to my brother who was incarcerated. Thanks to Rev Miller´s kindness and the love he showed to Gods people he made a difficult situation much easier. Rev Miller you will truly be missed. Prayers to the family.

Your friend and sister in Christ Jesus

Charles and Marguerite Hester

July 10, 2021

Our deepest condolences to Mrs. Miller and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. What a beautiful life Rev. Miller lived. He will be truly missed.

Madge Sanders Cooks

July 9, 2021

My deepest condolences to the Miller Family and Friends. My heart is sadden because a true angel of God has gotten his wings to fly home. Rev. Miller was there for me and my family during my brother's illness and for our community.

Robert and Marva Perry

July 9, 2021

Our prayers are with the family, may you find comfort in knowing that family and friends are praying with and for you. Rev. Miller will be truly missed.

Wanda Middleton

July 9, 2021

My condolences go out to the family. Rev Miller is an amazing man of God. A true example of servant; spreading joy, love, and hope to everyone. I thank God for the privilege of knowing this hilarious, but sweet Angel. I´m so thankful for the daily prayers and support he bestowed upon my family, Irene and Booker Marshall. Thank you family for sharing him freely with us. May God grant you peace and comfort. Love always, Wanda Middleton

Dorothy Oxendine

July 8, 2021

My heartfelt condolences to Mrs. Miller and the family. Rev. Miller was a godsend and a blessing to the entire community and beyond. This loss will be felt for many years to come. But we still rejoice because he deserves his reward. May the Lord comfort you as you begin this journey of healing.

Sister Fannie Howard

July 8, 2021

May God comfort you in this hour in passing your husband and father.

Chris & Shelia Haugabook

July 8, 2021

We remember when Rev. Miller when he was our Sunday School teacher at Bethel many years ago.
I remember seeing you at the different hospitals visiting the sick, you would even make room to stop for whoever I was there visiting- it´s just amazing how your love for the Lord always shined through.
Our condolences to Mrs. Miller and family.

Lannie Johnson

July 8, 2021

You were a wonderful person and cared for everyone. I had the pleasure to be in your first class at PTEC and you catered my wedding. You were always there when we needed to talk. You will be truly be missed. My heart goes out to your family. May God watch over them at this time of sorrow

Rosetta Savage

July 8, 2021

You have my deepest sympathy and condolences go out too daughter Veronica & Family.

Rosetta Savage

July 7, 2021

You have my deepest sympathy and condolences go out too wife & daughters and family.

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BEVERLY DUKES TRUE AMD fAMILY

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Veronica Felices

July 7, 2021

We met at Aunt Hattie's restaurant as employees and
became friends (so long ago). Wonderful, caring person.
God rest his soul!

Shirley Carter

July 7, 2021

Rest In Peace, thou good and faithful servant. Always loved you and will miss you. My heartfelt condolences to your beloved wife and daughters.

Loretta Monroe Calvin

July 7, 2021

Great loss to our community. Wonderful man of God! Rest on Rev. Miller. You modeled what God taught.
Condolences to your family, and prayers deeply for your bride

Smith Funeral Home

July 7, 2021

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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1900 Gandy Blvd., North, FL

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