Richard Ray Miller

richard miller

September 26, 1940 ~ July 27, 2014

Richard Ray Miller, 73, Camby, died peacefully July 27, 2014, at St. Vincent Hospice, Indianapolis. Richard was born September 26, 1940, in Warsaw, Indiana, to the late Ira Ray and Elva Oznola (Montel) Miller.

He graduated from Silver Lake High School and attended International Business College in Fort Wayne. Richard proudly served in the United States Air Force. While living in Fort Wayne, he owned a Sunoco Service Station. He was a resident of Ft. Myers, Florida for 17 years, where he was a volunteer deputy with the Collier County Sheriff’s Department. Most recently, he was the Facilities and Grounds Director at Mt. Gilead Christian Church, Mooresville. He will be missed by a loving family and many friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, James Loren Buck; brother, Randall Ray Miller.

Survivors include his wife, Cheryl (Reasor) Miller, to whom he was united in marriage March 12, 1983; children, Shelley Lynn Miller (Arthur Nicholas Gerth, Jr.) of Portage, Michigan, Randall Ray Miller of Portage, Michigan, and Valerie Lynn Chaille (Joseph W., III) of Carmel; siblings, Toni R. Ayres (Terry) of Leesburg, Indiana and Robert R. Miller (Patricia) of Greenfield; grandchildren, Nicholas Gerth, III (Amber) of Fishers, Amanda Walker (Shawn) of LaGrange and Sophia Chaille of Fishers; great grandchildren, Brooke, Lucas, and Noah.

Friends and family will gather on Wednesday, July 30, 2014, 4 to 8 p.m., in Mt. Gilead Christian Church, 6019 East S.R. 144, Mooresville. A service to honor and celebrate Rich’s life will begin at 11 a.m., Thursday, July 31, 2014, in the church. Rev. Jeff Faull will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent Hospice or to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Visit www.carlislebranson.com to view Richard’s Life Story video, share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.

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  1. Cheryl and family/friends. I am so sorry for the loss of such a great man, He and Dean are celebrating and enjoying new lives and new bodies! Love, Sherrie

  2. Cheryl, I’m so sorry to hear the news of Dick’s passing. I have such some wonderful memories of you two from the Southside days. My thoughts and prayers go to you and your family. Many hugs, Jennifer (Chaney) Hoover

  3. Cheryl The wonderful years we spent together in Fort Myers will be in my memories forever. We had many fun times at your house. We may not have seen each other in many years but it seems like just yesterday. Please know our love and prayers are with you. Eric and Deanna Birr

  4. Cheryl and Valerie, So sorry to hear of the passing of Richard.We were so glad that we did get to see him a couple times this year at family gatherings. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you in this difficult time. Love Bud and Deb

  5. Cheryl & Family ~ Tony & I extend our deepest sympathy. Rich had the most beautiful smile and he genuinely cared for people. May Jesus wrap His loving arms around you and grant you peace. You are loved and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jayne & Tony Moore

  6. What an amazing man! Prayers and love from Florida to the entire family. The Miller’s touched so many life’s and we are fortunate to have served the Lord with them. May God comfort you.

  7. With deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one, Mr. Richard Ray Miller. We are thinking of you, and we are so very sorry. May the good Lord keep him close, and in the palms of HIS hands. Amen.

  8. So sorry for you loss. I enjoyed working with Richard at Mt. Gilead – he was a joyful person to be around. Sally Green

  9. Richard, You are an inspiration to us. You were full of life and took great pleasure in living. When Joe and I first were acquainted with you and Cheryl, you peaked our interest to get to know you better. Your laughter, kindess, encouragement and warm presence always made us feel heard and appreciated. We miss you already, but look forward to seeing you do so much more activities in Heaven. We can almost hear you say, ‘Hey, guys, I’ve got a lot to tell you!’ You cast a big shadow. Love and appreciation, Joe and Bev Nay

  10. Cheryl, we are so sorry to hear the news of Dick’s passing. We have fond memories of you two at Southside. Many years have past but our memories seem like yesterday. Jim and Jane Chaney

  11. Cheryl & Family , It has been a honor to remember such a honorable man who loved the Lord and and always had a beautiful smile for all who knew him. May Jesus surround you with comfort, peace and love. You are loved. God Be With you. Hugh and Nancy


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