Gary H. Miller, Sr., 87, of Wooster, died on Friday August 16, 2024 at West View Healthy Living.
Gary was born to Vernon and Mary Hardin Miller in Millersburg on April 25, 1937. He married Dorothy “Dottie” Spitler on April 23, 1960. She survives.
Also surviving are two children Cindy Miller and Gary (Heather) Miller, Jr.; grandchildren Maxton (Katie) Miller and Alexia (Mark) Wengerd; sisters Sandy Musselman and Cheri Marcon.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Charles “Doc” Miller and Gregory Miller.
Gary served his country in the National Guard and joined the U.S. Army for two years, then reenlisted for two more years in Germany. He loved his family, especially his wife of 64 years, Dottie; his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed watching his grandchildren’s sporting events. Gary had a strong work ethic, which he passed along to his children. He enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren grow and succeed in life.
He took meticulous care of his lawn and loved his neighbors. His greatest enjoyment was helping Gary Jr. at Radical Design. His interest was restoring classic car, watching the Cleveland Indians, country music and crossword puzzles.
Throughout his recent years of his declining health issues, he lived with a grateful and uncomplaining attitude.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at 11:00AM at McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster with Pastor Kirk Fairhurst officiating. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery.
Friends will be received from 9:00 AM until the time of service on Saturday at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com.
So sorry for your loss to your entire family. What a wonderful life he lived!
We will miss Gary sitting out waving at us when we went down the road. We would sometimes stop and talk and he always made is smile!
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Gary’s wife Dottie, his family and friends.
Dottie, I’m so sorry to learn of your loss. Gary was a wonder person, and a great coworker. Gary always spoking with pride when talking about his family.
Prayers of sympathy to Dottie & the family. We always enjoyed talking with Gary, always so positive.
Dottie, so sorry about your loss.
Thoughts & prayers for all of you. So very sorry for your loss.
Aunt Dot, Gary and Cindy, so sorry to hear about Uncle Gary. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Our prayers, love and thoughts are with the family at this time. Gary was such a nice person who left a wonderful legacy.
Dear Cindy and Family,
I am so sorry to read of the passing of your dad. I am grateful for his service to our Country. Praying comfort for you and your family.
A friend,
Kim
Deepest condolences to the family. When I think of Gary, the first thing that comes to mind is how proudly he spoke of his Grandchildren. You two have been making him proud for many years. I adored Gary and Dottie’s unconditional love for one another and also how pristine he kept his lawn. Always greeting you with a warm smile♥️
Gary was a great guy and a joy to know all these years. His smiling face will be missed. Rest in peace sir.
My deepest condolences to all of you .. no words can ever describe how the loss of someone you love feels. Gary had a smile and a laugh that always made others smile . I can see Gary and Doc together again and swapping stories and talking about old cars . Two of the very best people that I had a privilege to have known and loved in my lifetime .
Gary, Heather, and family;
So sorry for your loss.🙏
Condolences to the family and thank you for his service to our country.
Condolences to the Gary Miller Family: Over the years running into Gary always took the time with conversation at a store or at the Cruise-In’s. Knowing Gary during earlier days in Shreve he always had the best looking “rides”. Our Best to the Miller’s. Will always remember Gary & Doc. Florida
So sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in our prayers.
Condolences from the Shaffer family
My condolences to Gary’s family. Gary was a good and kind man and a good long time friend. He will be missed.
Dottie,Cindy,Gary and families. Our sincere sympathy for your loss. Gary was such a great man, always had a smile & willing to talk. May you have peace knowing he & Doc are together again strolling through the streets of Heaven.
Gary & Family: Sincerest condolences on the passing of a very special person. Got know your family back in 1986-90 when
I managed the Midas Franchise at the foot of Beall Ave. Will keep you in my thoughts & prayers in the days ahead!
Sincerely, Tom Lavelle
Tamassee, South Carolina
We are so very sorry for your loss of a great man, husband, and father.
We extend our deepest sympathy to all of you….Dottie, Gary and Cindy, and your families. RIP Gary! Sending love, hugs and prayers for comfort! 💕
Cindy & family… so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear dad. What an amazing life he lived. May GOD’S love comfort each of you as the healing begins. Hold on to all the beautiful memories you all shared & trusting that AGAIN in Heaven one day❤️
My condolences to this beloved family. Gary and Dottie were a couple that we were always happy to see, a staple at least 3 times a week. We always knew what they wanted, so absolutely wonderful people. Our Arby’s team from both stores pray for healing.
Cindy and family. My deepest sympathies on the passing of your father.
Dottie, so sorry to hear about you losing your husband. Don’t know if you remember me. We worked together at Dugans. I would love to get together with you sometime for coffee and catch up.