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John Lawrence Miller, age 80, of Toledo, passed away Thanksgiving day, November 23, 2017 in Hospice of Northwest Ohio Perrysburg, surrounded by his loving family. John was born October 31, 1937 in Toledo, Ohio to Alphonso and Maude (Doren) Miller. A 1956 graduate of Central Catholic High School, he married Jean Kohl, May 11, 1963 in St. Catherine of Sienna Catholic Church. John was a Master Mechanic employed by Weissenberger Chevrolet. He was later the owner of Professional Automotive Service for over 25 years until retiring in 2008. John formed Miller Brother's Racing, a Sprint Car team, with his twin brother Joe, from the early 50s until the mid 60s. He served his country in the Ohio National Guard and the Army Reserve, and he was a member of the Knights of Columbus, The American Legion Post 888 and the Exchange Club. In 1981, John was named the Ohio Knight of the Year by the Knights of Columbus. John was also the Chairman of the Measure Up campaign for the mentally challenged for many years and a member of Gesu Parish for over 30 years. Some of John's favorite time was the time spent with his family at their cottage on Bear Lake in Hillsdale, Michigan.
Surviving are his sons, Christopher (Karen) Miller, Jeffrey (Mary) Miller; brother, Paul (Naia) Miller; sister, Theresa Wilkerson; and grandchildren, Westley Miller, Colin Miller, Darren Miller, Dayna (Tyler) Pulsipher, Carly Miller and Allison Miller. Also surviving is his great-granddaughter, Zara Pulsipher, and his beloved cat, Molly. Preceding him in death were his parents; his wife, Jean; twin brother, Joseph; his brother, Donald; sisters, Ann Goodrich, Mary Gregorek, Fran Durivage and Alice Harper.Visitation will begin Tuesday, November 28, 2017 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Urbanski Funeral Home, a Life Celebration Home, 5055 Secor Rd., Toledo, OH, (419) 475-5055. Funeral services will begin Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at 9:15 a.m. in the funeral home with the funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. in Gesu Catholic Church, 2049 Parkside Blvd., Toledo. Interment will follow in Calvary Catholic Cemetery.
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James Moriarty
December 8, 2018
Even though I am a year late, I miss John greatly. He worked on many of our vehicles. I just found the obit on the web. He was gentleman and a good Catholic. May he rest in peace.
Jim & Toni Moriarty
Sylvania, Ohio
November 29, 2017
May you find comfort and peace during this time. 2 Corthians 1:4.
November 28, 2017
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Please take comfort from this encouraging web link.
Gary Harper
November 27, 2017
I will miss you my friend.
-Gary
Christine Harper
November 27, 2017
In Jesus' name we Pray. Amen
Christine Harper
November 27, 2017
One of my favorite memories of Mr. Miller was in the Summer of 1982, when my parents bought a Cottage right next door to the Miller's Cottage. We found out shortly there after, that we were related thru marriage to Mr. Miller. Not only did we gain life long friends, with Mr. Miller and his family, but new cousins! Mr. Miller was always working in the cottage, on the yard, on the motor bikes or on his boat. I believe that is how he liked to un-wind from a busy week in the city. I fondly remember my dad, Gary, and John, sitting in a lawn chair and drinking a cold Red, White and Blue beer, kindly offered by Mr. Miller. They would sit together and catch up with one another... There are lots of memories I have of John, Jean and his family. with great sadness, I will not be attending his Service. However, my Thoughts and Prayers are with his family. He is Loved, no matter where he is, and he will never be forgotten!
Heaven has gained another Angel...
Susan Wilson
November 27, 2017
We will miss John just as we miss Jean. They were the best neighbors and friends at the lake. Our whole family loved them. Such wonderful and caring people. We have such cherished memories of our times together. May their memory be eternal.
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