May 28, 1936 ~ December 28, 2010
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
David B. Miller, 74, of Poppas Way, Asheville, passed away on Tuesday, December 28, 2010, at his residence.
A native of Buncombe Co., he was a son of the late William Carroll and Juanita Alice Hooper Miller. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Elizabeth "Monk" Miller, who died in 2008.
Mr. Miller had retired as sales manager of Skyland Distribution. He loved beach trips, and fishing at the lake, but more than anything, he loved his grandchildren.
He is survived by his children, David C. Miller and wife Deanna, Cheryl Miller, Terry Johnston, Connie Roberts and husband Ray, and Lonnie Miller and wife Terry, all of Asheville; brother, Col. Robert Miller and wife Mary Scott, of Fork Union, VA, and their daughter, Elizabeth; three sisters-in-law, Faye Sealey and Brenda Allen of Asheville, and Linda Wilson of Fair Play, SC; and nine grandchildren, Casey Ray Roberts, Cameron Miller, Ashley Johnston, Houston Roberts, Travis Miller, Erin Johnston, Colt Miller, Madison Miller and Walker Roberts.
A funeral service for Mr. Miller will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 1, 2011, in the chapel of Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. with Rev. Earl Jones officiating. Burial will follow at Green Hills Cemetery.
His family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to West Asheville Presbyterian Church, 690 Haywood Rd. Asheville, NC 28806 or to Four Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care, 1825 Asheville Highway, Hendersonville, NC 28791.
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So sorry to hear of the passing of such a great Dad and Granddad. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this time.
To all of the Miller family you have been a family to me and mine for many years.I have so many wonderful memories of both your wonderful parents. Cheryl you are such a dear friend always there for everyone I love all of you dearly. There are no words to be said at a time such as this just know my heart is with you all.
To the Miller family; peace be with you during this difficult time. Monk and Poppa did such a wonderful job raising you all. I have never met such a loving family, and I am blessed to have you as friends. Love to you all, Joyce,Rick and Brandy
Cheryl,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I pray that your wonderful memories will bring you comfort during this most difficult time.
I’m so sorry for your loss I worked with David at the country club he was such a good person. my thoughts and prayers go out to you all! God Bless you all!
Terry, So sorry to hear about your Father’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I hope that the heaviness in your heart will be lifted soon, time heals all sorrows. Bless you.
To the Miller family: condolences to all on the loss of a dear father. He was my cousin, whom I last visited in 1990. I spent a lot of good times visiting with David’s mom and dad when I was growing up. May God bless all the family.
Cheryl, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Deepest sympathy to all of David’s family. I thought a great deal of him and his wife and always enjoyed knowing them and their family on the occasions over the years when they visited Bob and Mary Scott in Virginia or when I was able to visit in Asheville. He set a good example of what raising a fine family is all about. Love to you all, J. B.
Terry, Ashley, and Erin – Just wanted to let you guys know that I am thinking about you.
David, Cheryl, Terry, Connie and Lonnie and family – We are so sorry for your loss. In deepest sympathy. Sue Spanton and family
our thoughts and prayers are with you
David,Cheryl,Connie,Lonnie and Terri I am very sorry for you loss and you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know your family is close and I always admired the way your father wanted his children close by. He obviously loved you all and I know he will be missed. May the peace that transcends all understanding comfort you as you go through this difficult time. May God bless you all.
To each and every one of you,I just want to express my deepest sorrow for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.God Bless each of you.
I just want you all to know I am thinking of you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts are with you.
Bob,Mary Scott and all of David’s family. We offer our sympathy for your loss and all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Miller Family,
I am very saddend by the loss of David. He was a wonderful person and will be missed. I have know most of you for many years. You are in my throughts and prayers. Your old Nationwide person.
cheryl our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. we are so sorry for your loss. junior, chrystal and edith parker
cheryl our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. we are so sorry for your loss. junior, chrystal and edith parker
cheryl our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. we are so sorry for your loss. junior, chrystal and edith parker