Robert E. Miller

Robert "Bob" Ellwood Miller, age 92, of Barbeau, Michigan passed away early Saturday morning, May 24, 2014 at Evergreen Living Center in St. Ignace with his loving family by his side. Bob was born in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan on March 14, 1922 to the late Robert and Lila (Kendrick) Miller. On July 3, 1942, he married Georgina M. Lawrence at the First United Presbyterian Church Manse. Bob served his country in the United States Navy during World War II. He was an Aviation Machinist Mate 2nd Class and served on the Aleutian Islands. Bob and Georgina were small business owners in the Soo, owning the Bilt-Mor Motel for a number of years. Bob was also employed with the city of Sault Ste. Marie, retiring as the fire chief. Their retirement dreams were fulfilled with a move onto the St. Mary's River in Barbeau. Bob was a zealous vegetable gardener and cook. He enjoyed spending time in his workshop. He was a doting grandfather. His grandchildren have many warm memories of sleepovers, delicious fried egg sandwiches and Christmas fudge. A highlight of his later years was having his grandson own the property next door and their time together. In later years, Bob enjoyed going to the casino and visiting with people he would meet. He was a member of the St. Mary's River Sportsmen's Club and spent a number of years assisting with food drives. Bob was preceded in death by his wife of 71 years, Georgina. He is survived by two daughters: Roberta (late - Gary) Lackey of Sault Ste. Marie, MI and Sandi Miller of Edmond, OK; four grandchildren: Renee VanderWeg, Dianne Newell, Jon Marble, and Jaima Carder; and four great grandchildren: Adele and Catherine VanderWeg and Jackie and Audrey Carder. He is also survived by a brother-in-law: John Lawrence of Lutz, FL; and a sister-in-law: Ruth Lawrence of Indianapolis, IN. He was preceded in death by his parents: Robert W. Miller and Lila (Kendrick) Miller-Rodville; and a sister: Shirley Carner. According to Bob's wishes, no public services will be held. The family will join for a celebration of his life at a later date. Interment will be at Oaklawn Chapel Gardens.

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Robert E. Miller

March 14, 1922 - May 24, 2014