FORT WORTH-Donald Charles Miller Jr. lost his long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease on Wednesday, May 27, 2020.
Inurnment: Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery at a later date.
Don was born in Oneida, New York on August 4, 1947. He graduated from Vernon, Verona, Sherrill High School in 1966. Don enlisted in the US Army in the fall of 1966 and served his country until he was honorable discharged in 1972. He was a Vietnam War Veteran. He was employed by Oneida Ltd. Silversmiths from the time he graduated high school until he no longer could perform his duties due to his disease in 2004. He worked his way up in the company from mail room clerk to master tool & die maker, a position he held until his retirement.
After his retirement, he became a professional photographer and won many awards for his photos. He was a life member of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He held many offices in both organizations including Commander of the Sherrill American Legion winning the Top Post Commander for 2004-2005 and became a member of the Honor Guard of the Sherrill American Legion to show his respect and to honor his fallen comrades. He was a member of the Alvarado VFW, American Legion and Motorcycle Group until his passing.
Don fought his battle with Parkinson’s for over 40 years and survived against all odds many complications along the way. He fought that battle right to the very end.
Donald Miller was a force to be reckoned with, he made a memorable impression on everyone he met. He was loved and respected by his fellow members, family and friends, and will be deeply missed.
A special thank you to Fort Worth EMT’s, Fort Worth Police Officers, Doctor’s and Nurses at Arlington Memorial ER Staff, Harris Methodist Trauma Unit and Palliative Care staff. All who took outstanding care of Don and our family. Also thank you to Brown Family Crematory for their guidance, compassion and care at this most difficult time.
Don is preceded in death by his parents, Donald Miller Sr. and Rose Kelly Miller Bergman; and step-daughter, Corrine Wheeler.
Survivors: Loving wife of 40 years, Cheri Jones Miller; daughter, Megan Miller and son-in-law, Dan Skelton; daughter, Kirsten Miller; grandchildren, Kaili (great-grandson, Greyson), Kaidan, Kaleb, Kole, and Lily; step-grandchildren, Austin Roberts (great-granddaughter, Arabella Grace) Cody Roberts; siblings, Patricia Lowery(Mike), Robert Miller, Kelly Miller, Nancy Gosnell(James), Eric Bergman(Gale), Scott Bergman, Jeffery Bergman(Leah); brother-in-law, Richard Jones(Kelly); brother-in-law, Christopher Jones(Penny); sister-in-law, Jennifer Jones(Kris); numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Brown Owens & Brumley Family Funeral Home
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Taylor Bergman
We will miss you, Uncle Don. I will never forget your sense of humor regardless of the situation. You were a fighter, in the truest sense of the word, who found many battles. I will continue to tell your stories so your memory lives on. May you Rest In Peace.
Love,
Taylor, Leah, Trent & Lily
Ron&Denise Richmond
So sorry for your loss will never forget Don he was a very good friend,had many good times with him.God bless and prayers are with you and family!!!
Kathleen Warner
Honoring his life here in New York and praying for peace, comfort now and rising joy in the days to come for Cheri and family. We honor him for his devotion to country, and honor Cheri for her devotion to him.
Don Angell
Sorry for your loss. Don was a really good guy. He’ll be missed by many.
Marcia Cowan
To the Miller family, so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. He had a remarkable life. So many family members. I think back to the days when we were all so young, and having fun! Life has a way of moving us on, and that’s ok. Prayers to you all.
Tracie Frink
Cheri I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers during this difficult time. VfW 9299 will miss him. He was and still is so loved.
Hope Gossin
My deepest sympathies are with you all. So sorry to hear of Don’s passing.
Darlene and Frank
Frank and I are so sorry to hear of RataTats passing. He was kind man and gentleman. He always gave us his time when we saw him. I know you are missed by everyone who’s lives you touched. May you RIP . Prayers for your family. God bless you all
Lori Miller Leonard
So sorry for your loss Cheri..Rest in peace cousin Donny..i have alot of fond memories growing up when the Miller clan got together on Irish Ridge Road…Fly high Don
Ron Hyland
So sorry to hear about Don! May he RIP after the long battle he bore. Don was a good friend and we had a lot of fun on our motorcycle rides. Don’s memory will live on with me. God bless!
Barb and Joe Ennis
Don will forever live in our hearts. We are very honored to call him our friend. If there is anything you need please don’t hesitate.Cheri, Sorry we can’t come and see you, but you are in our thoughts and prayers.God Bless.
Don Kundert
I’m sorry for your loss. I’ve known Don for a number of years and considered him a good friend. We played many games of pool and many poker games together, along with many other friends, some of whom have also passed away. Don will be missed by many.
Pam Kines
Cheri, I was so sorry to hear of Donnie’s passing. Will always remember all the family parties at his family home on Irish Ridge, Aunt Pegs, and Grandma and Grampa Millers. All my prayers and thoughts to you and your family. No more suffering Don, fly high cousin- love you
Kitty
Cheri, I am so sorry to hear of Don’s passing. He was a great guy. My prayers are with you and all of your family. I love you all.
Tim & Denise
RIP Don, you fought a hard battle until the end. You were a good friend, enjoyed playing pool with you & briefly at the casino. Enjoyed our time spent with you & Cheri for family gatherings. Now may you rest in peace & may Cheri find comfort in knowing your suffering is now over. Forever in our thoughts & prayers.
Sheila
Prayers for all Don was an amazing person and so talented. I was blessed to have known Don he could always make you smile. It was Don that taught my little girl to play pool when he could barely stand, he will be miss!
Gilbert Grimm
I still have two photos Don took of a large group of geese taking off from the Sherrill pond hanging in my house. God s love and peace Don
Rick Bergman
Don you inspired me in ways you will never know. I looked up to you since we were kids and that continued thru out our lives.The great memories I have will never leave me. We never had any differences towards one another in over 50 years which shows my deepest respect for you. Your struggles later in life only made you stronger and that’s what heroes are made of. I will miss you deeply. My sincere condolences to Cheri, Austin and Cody and love to you all. Rick and Gale
John E Jones Jr
Don was a perfectionist, if he took something up, he did it right. So many years he suffered with both PTSD and Parkinsons. One very visible illness and one very private. He was a very cool individual and will be missed by many. It was so sad to see him suffer like he did. RIP