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Steven Miles Obituary
LISBON FALLS, Maine -- Steven "Bear" Miles, 61, died March 9, 2009, after a long and courageous battle with lung cancer.
He was born Dec. 13, 1947, in Dover-Foxcroft, Maine, to Kenneth Miles and Winifred (Moulton) Miles. He graduated from Piscataquis High School in 1967.
He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War and Army Reservist.
He worked at Guilford Industries. Additionally, he worked for the Piscataquis Sheriff's Dept., and on the Guilford Volunteer Fire Dept. For the last 20 years, he worked at Bath Iron Works.
He enjoyed motorcycle rides and trail riding on his 4-wheeler, canoeing, bird hunting, fishing, ice fishing, and deer hunting.
Family members include his wife, Barbara Miles of Lisbon Falls; his mother of Guilford; four children, Brian Miles of Newport, Jason Miles of Sangerville, Kendra Hovencamp of Canaan, and George Miles of Abbot; seven grandchildren; a sister, Kenene Wintle of Manchester, N.H.; three brothers, Dennis Miles of Sioux Falls, S.D., Jerris Miles of Yankton, S.D., and Tallus Miles of Lewiston; and many nephews, nieces and cousins.
SERVICES: Calling hours are Sunday from noon to 1 p.m. with a funeral will follow at 1 p.m. at The Fortin Group Funeral Home, 217 Turner St., Auburn.
Memorials may be made to Oncology Department c/o Development Office, Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main St., Lewiston, ME 04240.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steven Miles
Mark LaVigne
March 29, 2025
I'm so sorry for Stevens family and this great loss.
I only knew Steven through his brother Jerris and sister kanean.
Jerris, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Miss you Jerris!!!!!
Very best wishes
Cheryl Tremblay
March 16, 2009
To:
Bobbie and all of the children and family of Steve. I grew up with Steve, Dennis, Jerris, Kenene And Tallus. What a wonderful family they have always been. The Neighborhood we grew up in was never boring. We played together and grew up together. They were as close as our own brothers or sisters.
I am so saddened that Steve has had to go so far away from all of us. He was a very tough, strong individual, with a Big heart, but I'm sure he'll be there to greet us with that big grin of his and he will have scouted everything out for us. We played in fields, tree houses, Huge rocks and fishing in our brook. Did I mention, We were never bored. My heart aches for all of you that he was forced to leave ahead of us for awhile.
God Bless.
Love Cheryl Getchell (Tremblay) XO
Harris and Roxanne Cohen
March 16, 2009
We were saddened to hear of Steve's passing. We did have many laughs and jokes and will remember him with fond memories. Our sincere condolences to the entire family.
Harris & Roxanne Cohen
Danielle(Miffit) & Dale Gray
March 16, 2009
Uncle Steve shall be missed more than what he could have ever imagined. Everyone has that one special story, that one good prank, or just something in how he touched someones life. Everyone in the family knows that Uncle Steve has always regarded himself as "The Gorgeous One". If there was a family gathering if he answered the phone that is what you would hear "Miles Manor, the Gorgeous One speaking". This often led to little disagreements of the "status quo" amoung the siblings. The "conehead" pics, the battle over which is better: army or marines, the hunting stories, the stealing of the slices of pie at holidays that a mouse apparently stole, are all the little things that will be missed.
Love You Uncle Steve
Tallus Miles
March 16, 2009
I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has been kind enough to share their memories, thoughts, and best wishes on Steve's passing. There have been many wonderful conversations by a lot of good folks who shared in Steve's journey on God's green earth. Please know how much that has meant to our whole family. But don't mourn Steve's passing, instead, celebrate the joy of his life by sharing a smile and a good story (yes, there are plenty of those to pass around!). This is the true legacy of my brother....joy, laughter, and fellowship. :)
Milton Stein
March 13, 2009
Please know our thoughts are with the entire Miles family.
Jean Vanasek
March 12, 2009
Our most sincere condolences to all of the Miles family members. We have fond memories of Steve as our high school classmate of '67.
Ray and Jean (Gillis) Vanasek
Tammy Mailhot
March 12, 2009
To Brian and Jason,
I'm not sure if you'll remember us as you were very small when I used to babysit you. We lived downstairs from you on Notre Dame Ave, in Manchester NH. Our whole family remembers and has such fond memories of your dad, he was a wonderful man. My mom ( Beverly) my brother Bobby and I, send our condolences and wish you all the best.
Tammi Boyce
March 12, 2009
To all the Miles family,
I had the pleasure of working with Steve at Guilford of Maine. He was a great guy. I am so sorry for your loss.
Tammi Hersey Boyce
Nichole Grimanis
March 12, 2009
My family was blessed to have Bear as a member of our family when he married my Aunt Barb. There is a huge void already without him, he will missed more than words can say. He was one of the finest people I have ever known. What a powerful indivudual, and such a positive impact he made on us all. He will be thought of today, and always.
Charles Lausier
March 12, 2009
Barbara,
I read the paper this morning with to greety heart. "Bear" was a good frfiend of my, fellow union steward, as well as multiply Vietnam vet. I know that he is on Recon for the rest of us. I am sure he will be there for you in heaven.
March 12, 2009
Rest in peace " Bear"
George Schools
USMC 1964-1970
Janie Lander
March 12, 2009
Brian, Deanna and entire Miles family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. Hold fast to the memories.
Greg and Janie Lander
Mike Roddy
March 12, 2009
Tallus and the rest of the Miles family, my sincere condolences to you in this time of sorrow, my thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this loss.
Wes Linscott
March 12, 2009
Rest in peace, my fellow Vietnam veteran.
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