Name: Visitation for Andrew Woodfin "Woody" Miller Sr.
Start: 2019-09-07T18:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-09-07T20:00:00.000Z
Location: Woodfin Funeral Chapel - Murfreesboro

Andrew Woodfin "Woody" Miller, Sr.

Nashville - Andrew Woodfin "Woody" Miller, Sr., age 76, formerly Nashville, TN died on his birthday Thursday, August 29, 2019 at his home on Fisher Island, FL. He was born August 29, 1943 in Tullahoma, TN. He was the son of the late Tracy Woodfin Miller and Evelyn Crick Bryant.

Mr. Miller is survived by his two sons, Andrew Woodfin Miller, Jr. and his wife Tami of Nashville, TN and Tracy Lewis Miller and his wife Cyndi of Brentwood, TN; mother of his children, Freya Bandy Miller of Murfreesboro, TN; two sisters, Donna Johnson and her husband Marvin and Debbie Bryant both of Mobile, AL; granddaughters, Brittany McCurdy and her husband Colin of Nashville and Lilly Moore and her husband Matthew of Mt. Pleasant, TN; grandsons, Andrew Woodfin Miller, III and Daniel Bandy Miller both of Nashville; and two great-grandchildren, Jamison and Eilie McCurdy; and his caregiver and partner, Lanchi Nguyen.

Mr. Miller became an accountant with Arthur Anderson after graduating from MTSU with a degree in accounting. He was employed by HCA in the early days of the company and became president of their managed hospitals which later became Quorum Health. He and his business partner, Joel Gordon, co-founded Surgical Care Affiliates. Mr. Miller turned management of the company over to capable hands to go into semi-retirement. He was pleased to mentor and guide executives and companies in his retirement.

Visitation will be Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 1:00pm until 3:00pm at Woodfin Memorial Chapel in Murfreesboro with a Celebration of his Life to begin at 3:00pm at Woodfin Memorial Chapel. Burial will take place in Evergreen Cemetery in Murfreesboro. Pall bearers will be Tracy Miller, Andrew Miller, Jr., Andrew Miller, III, Daniel Miller, Matthew Fitch, Colin McCurdy, Matthew Moore, and Marvin Johnson.

Memorials may be made to Cure PSP, 1216 Broadway, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10001 or curepsp.org in memory of Mr. Miller.

An online guestbook is available for the family at www.woodfinchapel.com. Woodfin Memorial Chapel (615) 893-5151

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Published by Tennessean on Sep. 5, 2019.

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Marye Lewis

September 14, 2019

Andy and Tracy, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad, Woody. Woody was an incredible mentor to so many and I appreciate the chance to work at SCA with him, and all he did for me. Thinking of you and your families during this difficult time, and sending prayers your way. Best, Marye Walker Lewis

September 11, 2019

Like so many others, I was fortunate to have had Woody Miller enter my life when I was a very young hospital Administrator with HCA. Woody was a true friend to me and my young family. Woody was my first real boss and he became my mentor, my business partner and my friend. For over 10 years we spent a great deal of time together in business and in play. We skied, sailed, rode horses and did perhaps more than a bit of enjoyable socializing along the way. We also built a successful business paving the way for the early detection of heart disease. Woody had a great intellect and instinct for business and while his guidance and leadership could often be demanding it was also invaluable, however he also an amazing heart. He loved his family, he loved humor, and friendship. As everyone already knows he was also an amazing philanthropist supporting so many varied causes. He taught me to give back, and to support causes which were good, even if controversial.
While I am emotional and feel your shared grief of his passing, for me, the memory of Woody Miller is pretty easy to express. Woody was a true Mensch, who loved is family and his friends. For those of you who might not be Jewish or understand Yiddish, being a Mensch in my world is as good as it gets. A Mensch is defined as a person of integrity and honor. In my faith, we also have a life principal called Tikkun Olam, which we embrace as to leave the world a better place. I believe that the greatest legacy one can have, in fact the only legacy that matters, is to be known as a Mensch, one of honor and integrity, who has left this world a better place - and that is exactly how I shall always remember my friend.
Andy and Tracy - May his memory never fade, and may it always serve his family as a blessing.

Perry Witkin

Dolores Garner Reed

September 8, 2019

Andy &Tracy, my heart goes out to you during these sad and hard days.

Daniel Bregman

September 7, 2019

Without Woodys efforts on our behalf, we would have had no place to practice medicine, and no medical career. Because of what he did, many lives were touched, and careers were made. Sincerest condolences to his family, and much gratitude to Woody.

Johnnie Sue & Buddy Keenum

September 6, 2019

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You will be missed by your old friends. Fly High, Woody ✝

Mary Ellen Redford

September 5, 2019

During times of loss we find ourselves troubled by things we cannot understand. There are no answers to comfort your grief, only lasting love and precious memories. I'll be thinking of you and your family during this sad time. I'm sorry I won't be there Saturday to give you a hug, but I'll be out of town.

Judy Foster

September 5, 2019

Woody was a part of the innovative team that created managed care and took it to new heights...when I
Worked with him in the 80s at HCA, he was smart, kind, and driven...prayers surround his family as they grieve....

Terri Nicholson

September 4, 2019

My deepest sympathy to all the family and friends of Mr Miller. My prayers are with you.

Elizabeth McClurg

September 4, 2019

May God bless you and family in this time of grief. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Mary John Davis

September 4, 2019

There are only good memories of Woody from long ago at SHS. Sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.

demetria kalodimos

September 4, 2019

Woody was an adventurer, a fun lover and a generous friend. Our chance meeting made a lifelong impression. May he test knowing he made a mark on many. Second friend I have lost to psp. Lets hope for a cure

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