Brian Alan Miller
October 30, 1983 ~ May 3, 2009
Resided in:
Raleigh, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Brian Alan Miller, 25 of Raleigh formerly of Arden died on Sunday, May 3, 2009 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
He was born October 30, 1983 in Phoenix, Arizona and was the beloved son of Chuck and Karen Miller of Arden and the beloved stepson of Sharon Miller.
He was a graduate of T.C. Roberson High School and went on to earn his B.S. from NC State University. He was employed by Micro-Epsilon in Raleigh, as a mechanical engineer.
Surviving in addition to his parents are his sister, Audra Miller of Asheville; his half-sister, Chrissy Mitchell of Willoughby, Ohio, his stepsisters, Alison Krauss and Kristen Cross of Sylva, North Carolina, and Sadie Miller of Arden, North Carolina; paternal grandmother, Mary Ellen Miller of Mills River; maternal grandparents, Bill Nelson and Patricia Nelson of Andover, Ohio. He was the grandson of the late Robert Miller of Mills River, North Carolina.
A funeral service will be held 1:00 P.M. Friday in the chapel of Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian on Long Shoals Road with Rev. Paul Thompson officiating. Interment will follow in Roberts Memorial Park.
A reception will follow interment for family and friends at Mills River United Methodist Church.
The family will receive friends Thursday from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. at Groce Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to Asheville Humane Society, 72 Lee's Creek Rd, Asheville, NC 28806.
Karen, Chuck & Audra: I cannot begin to tell you how sorry I am. Please know that you are in my thoughts & prayers. Karen Rohrer
What a loss for us that knew and loved Brian. He usually had a smile on his face,stayed cool calm & collected. Very pleasant,sweet,smart,good hearted person. When looking for a home he had to be close to work & close to his sister-Audra. He took great measure in finding his home.He had a spreadsheet, color coded with pros & cons of each place. Precise decision maker was Brian. He was such a JOY. God truly needs more angels to take Brian. He left his footprint in my heart.
With a tender heart -love in Christ,
Dear Karen, Chuck and family:
It’s hard to know what to say,
except that you are thought of
in friendship and in sympathy.
May it comfort you to know that,
Brian is safe in God’s care now.
And that friends are praying for you in your time of sorrow.
Chuck, Karen, Audra and family,
I have some wonderful memories of your entire family when we all did scouts together. Brian was such a wonderful kid. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Karen, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
With sincere sympathy, and fond memories of Friday night football and all the gatherings after the game. He will be rememebered forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Karen, I am so sorry for this loss to your family. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen,
My prayers are with you and your family.
Rhonda
I lost a great friend but I know he had a great life. I am so thankful to spend his last few days with him. He was truly the best friend a guy could ever ask for. I will have to learn how to live without him for the next weeks and years to come. I love his family and thank them for letting me get to know one of the best guys I will ever know. Love you Brian and I can’t wait until we can hang out again.
You are in my thoughts and prayers and anything you need, I’m here no matter what. No matter what.
Love, Joy
Karen,
Words can not adequately express the depth of my sympathy for you at this time. Just know that you are in my constant thoughts and prayers. I’m here for you always.
Karen and Family: May the Lord bless you and keep you, may his love shine upon you and give you peace in your time of grief. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and share in your sorrow over losing Brian. Frank Johns
Karen, there is absolutely no way I can begin to express my sympathy to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers and if there is anything at all that I can do, I am here for you. Love, Letha
To live in the hearts of others, is to never die…..
Karen,Chuck & Audra our hearts go out to you and you are in our prayers! I am at a loss for words, but please know that we all loved Brian and he will be missed but remembered forever. May God be with you all. If we can do anything for you, anything at all, do not hesitate to call us. All our Love.
TO: Chuck, Karen, Audra, Mary Ellen and all of Brian’s Family
I cannot imagine the pain you are going through at this hour. I only know that you have wonderful memories of Brian and the fine adult he became. Brian didn’t become that wonderful person by himself, he had a strong and loving family to nurture him through his life. Be proud of what he became and just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you now. Much love to you all….
Helen
Audra, Karen, and Chuck,
We Cannot imagine what you must be going through right now. We have no doubt that Brian was a gift from God. He will live on in the wonderful, happy memories we have of him. Brian will be greatly missed! Please know that if you need anything (either in Asheville or here in Raleigh) we are here for you.
Love,
Emily and Justin McCrary
Karen, I am so sorry for your loss. I know he was a precious son to you and that you will miss him terribly. Trust in the Lord and He will help you through this. You just need to take one day at a time. I love you and will do anything if you need me. I’m praying for you and your family. Love, Joan
Dear Chuck and Family,
Please accept my sincerest sympathy. I know your hearts must be aching right now. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
As always, Valerie
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Chuck, words can’t even begin to describe how much my heart aches for you and your family. Bad things happen to good people young and old, and it’s hard to understand. May God give you and your family extra strength during these horrible days. My prayers are that God will wrap His loving arms around you and yours to depend on him for His strength..I am so sorry!
Brian was a friend and a great guy. I only have good things to say about him. I am very sorry about this loss and my heart goes out to his family and friends.
Brian was one of the kindest people I have ever known. I was lucky to have known him for several years, and the times I spent with him will always be special to me. He could make you smile even though you were crying your eyes out. I never can think of a time he wasn’t smiling or laughing. May 3rd was a sad day, a day the world lost a very wonderful guy. He will always be in our hearts and memories because those who knew him had their lives impacted by him. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen
We are your neighbors at 5 Jan Dr. We heard about your son. Although we didn’t know your son, we want to let you know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Philip, Lynnette, Meghan & Hannah
Chuck & Sharon, Karen & Audra, and extended family,
I offer my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son and brother. No words can convey how sorry that this has happened, and I want you all to know that you will be in my prayers.
Karen, Chuck & Audra,
I remember when you brought Brian home and we all went down to your house to see him, what a precious baby boy. And all the times we spent together with our kids. Then you moved to NC when he was about 6 or so and even as a little boy he always had a smile on his face. I want you to know that my heart is aching for you. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this terribly upsetting time and if you need anything or just to talk, I’m only a phone call away. I love you.
Chuck, Audra, family and friends,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Brian was always kind, funny, and warm when I had the opportunity to spend time with him and I’m sorry that I didn’t get a chance to know him better. Words cannot express how much my heart hurts for you both. I love you and I’m here if you need anything.
Chuck, Please accept my sincerest sympathy. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this heart-breaking time. Always,
Chuck, Karen and Audra,
Our thoughts and prayers have been with you since we heard of Brian’s passing. He surely knew how proud you were of him and how much he was loved. We pray God’s love and comfort will surround you during this time and that your most precious memories of Brian will bring you peace. Our condolences-
Al and Linda
Karen,
Having lost a son last year I know your pain. Lean on God to help you through this sad and difficult time. You will find yourself thinking of Brian when you see a beautiful sunrise or rainbow and be consoled that he is with the Creator. Although you cry when you speak his name now the time will come when you will smile when you remember him. He will remain in your heart forever. May God bring you comfort and wrap you in His arms.
Chuck,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. If you or your family need anything please feel free to call us at 808-0341 or you can reach us at the clubhouse at 696-0766.
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I just wanted you to know you and your family are in my prayers.
Karen,
You and I have never met. I am a fellow court reporter, and I heard of your very sad loss, so I wanted to send my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Sincerely,
Carol Adkins
Karen, I haven’t met you, but I am another fellow court reporter. I am so very sorry for Brian’s passing. I am an official here in Haywood County, if you need anything, please feel free to call or write. Take care, Jeanne
Audra, Karen and Chuck,
Growing up, Brian was like a brother to me. I was as comfortable in your house and with you all as I was in my own. Grown up, Brian was an amazing man. He was kind and funny and made me feel as comfortable around him as I had all those years ago annoying him with Audra. I wish so much that there was something I could do or say to help you, but please know that no matter how much time has passed, you are all always in my heart. I’ll never forget Brian or the years of memories I have of him, and the three of you will stay in my prayers and thoughts.
Love,
Sarah
On behalf of the NC Association of Official Court Reporters, I would like to express our sympathy and condolences for your tragic loss. We are praying for you, your family and friends. God Bless, Loretta Armstrong, Sunshine Chair, AOCR
I love you all like family – Brian will be so sadly missed by so many. Never hesitate to call me.
My Dear Mary Ellen & Family,
We are so sadden by your loss. There are no words to let you know how we feel.You are in our thoughts & prayers.We love you all
Todd & Millie
Karen, My prayers are with you and your family in this time of loss. I would love to see you when you feel up to it. Marie
Mary Ellen, Chuck, Karen and Audra,
My heartfelt sympathy’s and prayers are with all of you for the loss of your grandson, son and brother. May our Lord comfort you all and bring peace to your hearts in this sorrowful time . With all my Love and prayers ~ Bonnie Gonzalez
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. In Christ,
Mike, Debbie, Mckenzie, Colby, and Maddison
Karen,
I am a court reporter in Charlotte, North Carolina and just received word about your son’s passing and would like to express my heartfelt condolences for you and your family. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Brian was my friend and colleague at Micro-Epsilon America. He emulated the maturity, skill, and professionalism of an engineer twice his age, and seemed to tackle his work with a relaxed, assured, aplomb that I found enviable.
Brian was also willing to go out for a beer after work with a middle-aged northerner, and I always appreciated his friendship.
Brian will always be missed and remembered fondly at Micro-Epsilon.
I didn’t know Brian very well, but I suffered a great loss as well losing my boyfriend Nate. My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who knew and cared about Brian. May they watch over us from above.
Karen,
I do not believe you and I have ever met, but I wanted to share with you how saddened I am for you and your family. You have been in my thoughts and prayers. I am a fellow reporter in North Carolina.
Thinking of you.
I am from Canada and my husband and I were travelling on May 3rd. We will never forget Brian and Nate. Two strangers have touched our hearts and we send our sympathy to you all. God Bless