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Richard Miller Obituary
Richard K Miller passed on June 1, 2020 at his home. He was born September 6, 1941.
As many of you know, Richard was a kind, loving man who made a business of his own called Richard Miller Motorcycles. He began selling them off of our front porch and then the story began.
Dad was fun, outgoing and passionate about whatever he did. He will be missed for his fun loving, tremendous wit and conversation.
Surviving members of the family include his sister Victoria A Lee, Daughters Melody Miller and Candy Miller. Candy's children; Cassie Collins, Sarah Collins, Racheal Collins and Michael Collins. Richard also has three great grand children Isla Kirkpatrick and Lena Manchester and Bodi Koenig
Ayers Family Cremation is handling the arrangements and Dad's burial will be at Sunset Memorial. Any services have to be held at a different date with today's covid 19 restrictions.
Dad will be laid to rest Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at 2 pm.
Thank you for all of the caregivers for your love, support of Dad's needs throughout. For those that know of "Spike" he has a new loving home with one of Candy's daughters home so he is in good hands.
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Jason Zenker
July 6, 2023
Many good memories of Richard, bought my first of many motorcycles from him starting in 77. My Dad Harvey Zenker and Richard went way back lot's of riding memories up on Lorde Ellis to Hyampom. Richard was always there. I'll never forget his office. Lol! RIP Spike.
Kay Reckord Ames
June 19, 2020
Melody and Candy: So very sorry to read about your dad and my sincere condolences for your loss. He was such a good guy and he was a good neighbor to my aunt and uncle, Angie & Cutler McConaghy, when you guys lived on Cottage St. I enjoyed having him as a neighbor when he had the motorcycle shop and loved having him as a customer at least once a week for lunch at The Anchor. Lots of wonderful memories of a great guy with an awesome personality and smile. Really will miss him and was proud of calling him my friend. He left all of you with wonderful memories to hold on to and cherish. May he rest in peace. Miss you girls as well.
Dayton Murray
June 16, 2020
I fondly remember buying motorcycles, starting with my first, from Richard and fun times spent riding on Far West property with him and especially the fun we had on some of the annual Hyampom rides as well as the old Far West meetings above the Eagles Club. I miss seeing him around. My condolences to the family. RIP Richard.
Cindy Miller
June 13, 2020
Melody, Candy n family, sorry for your loss. Always keep the good times in your mind. They will help you heal. Love, Cindy Oldham Miller
Donna Wright Heuer
June 8, 2020
On behalf of the Don "Dino" Wright family we send our condolences to his family. My Dad liked Richard a lot!
dean harrison
June 7, 2020
everybody I know dead or alive bought something or hung out at Richard Miller Motorcycles. He once told me "this is where you come to grab a hand full and hang on" Rip Richard
Jon Fretland
June 7, 2020
Our ties go way back to the Miller Family. My Dad had Richards Dad do low bed hauling they became close friends through the years. I bought several Hondas from his shop. R.I.P. Richard
Doug Milota
June 6, 2020
I'm sad to hear that.Another local legend gone.
I remember buying my first new bike from him,a CanAm
250 TNT,that I also got to go riding out to Petrolia with
him & the gang,back in the mid '70's.
I met up with him again,when he was selling off some
of his bikes at the dealership,after he shut it down.
What teenage boy didn't spend some time (& money)
at Richard Miller's?
RIP Richard.
Sue Dimmick
June 6, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Martin Stockel
June 6, 2020
Richard, I always enjoyed my visits with you, and buying bikes and ATV's. Thanks for all the great deals. I have always considered you as a very good friend, and was deeply saddened to read that you had passed away. Now you can get on a big dirt bike a rip up Heaven. May you RIP. My most sincere condolences to your wonderful family and many friends. You will be missed.
Olde (BS) Sinclair
June 6, 2020
Race in Peace, Fox! We'll tip one or two in your honor.
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