Lloyd Miller, 92, of Warren, PA., died Saturday evening, December 27, 2014 at the John and Orpha Blair Hospice Home.
He was born October 16, 1922 in Newmansville, PA. He was the son of the late Wade and Bessie Sliker Miller. He has lived in Warren since 1945 and was a graduate of Clarion-Limestone high School. He attended Hoff’s Business College. He and his wife, Betty R. Miller, owned and operated “Miller’s 5 to $1.00 Store” in Warren for 15 years. Lloyd was a registered Public Accountant for over 65 years before retiring. He was a member of the Holy Redeemer R.C. Church, the church Holy Name Society. Lloyd had served with the U.S. Marine air Corps in the Pacific Theater during World War II. He attained the rank of Master Sergeant.
He was a devoted Husband and Father. Lloyd “loved” working in his yard with his flowers and garden.
Surviving are a son, Terrance L. Miller and wife, Lynn of Cincinnati, OH, two daughters, Barbara Smith and her husband, Ralph of Port St. Lucie, FL., Lori Ann Falkinburg and husband, Patrick of Clarksville, TN., two Grandsons – Christopher and Sean Falkinburg of Clarksville, TN., 2 Step Grandchildren – Paul Smith, and Kathy Prybylinski of CA, three Step Great Grandchildren – Tristan, Bryce and Paige Prybylinski of CA. Several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Betty R. Smerker Miller whom he married June 4, 1947 at St. Michael’s R.C. Church, Fryburg, PA., who died June 15, 2012, three brothers, Rolland, Ross and Charles Miller, one sister, Beulah Work.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, PA., Tuesday, December 30, 2014 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. where a joint vigil service will be conducted at 7:45 P.M. by Fr. Gutting and members of the Holy Name Society.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at Holy Redeemer R.C. Church on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. by Fr. James Gutting, Pastor, officiating, assisted by Deacon Joseph Lucia. Interment will be in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery where full military honors will be conducted by members of the U.S. Marine Corp and the Sheffield/Clarendon V.F.W.
Those wishing to place memorials may do so through a charity of one’s choice. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Deepest sympathies to the family for your loss. His late wife, Betty, was my first cousin.
May Lloyd rest in peace.
Jim Smerker
Marble
I am sorry to hear of your loss of Lloyd. I did not know him well, but my prayers are with you and all the family. I am Laurence and Kate’s daughter and wish you peace.
Deene Smerker Prowell
Camp HiIl PA
Terry,Barbara,Lori Ann, I am so sorry about your dad passing. He and your mom were Carla an my Godparents.I have alot of memories going to their home as kids to birthday parties an being with relatives we had fun with.An all the family reunions we all went to.I am Thankful for the family tree Uncle Lloyd put together for me an others. I know everyone is so busy an live in different directions ,my email is on here so feel free to write to me .My address is P.O.Box 531 Warren PA 16365.Let me know if there is anything I can do.My prayers an thoughts are with you an your families.Love,Annette (Rolland Millers youngest)
Terry, Barb and Lori, I am so sorry for your loss. I was “flower girl” at your parents wedding. I also went to Betty and Lloyd’s home on “vacation” as a little child. They took me to my very first drive- in movie.
I will keep them both in my prayers.
Terry,Barbara,Lori Ann, we were saddened to hear about Uncle Lloyd. I always had such good conversations with him at the Smerkar Reunions. I truly respected his thoughts, opinions, and sense of humor. Please accept our deepest sympathies. We have him in our thoughts and prayers.
Warmest Regards,
Anthony & Diane Cherico
Pottstown, PA
Dear cousins, I was so sad to hear about Uncle Lloyd. He and your mom showed us so much love as children — one of my cherished childhood memories. As Annette mentioned above, I remember the birthday parties at your home. There was so much joy! Another was that great big painting of the Lord’s Last Supper. I loved that! I know Uncle Lloyd was welcomed home by his loved ones that have gone on before, but I rejoice that they are in the presence of the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. May the Lord comfort each of you in the days ahead. As God’s Word says, “to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.” (2 Corinthians 5:8).
I did not see the information initially, but we will be giving to a charity in memory of both of your parents. When in Clarksville, feel free to look me up. Much love and prayer for you.
Dear Lori Ann and family,
I wish to express my sympathy about the passing of your Dad. I know the Lord will bless your memories of him and ease your pain during this time of grief and loss.
Prayers sent & God Bless you and your family,
Beverly Watt Bertolini
Dear Lori Ann and Family,
I wanted to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family at this very difficult time. Your dad was a very kind man, and I remember him with such fondness. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sherry Hilyer Hepler
Terry, Barb & Lori:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time. Will always have fond memories of the reunions, and especially the games!
Rod, Wendy & Lauren Smerkar
O’Fallon MO