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1954 - 2009
Age: 55
MILLER, Nicholas J.
Mattawan
Nick passed away Monday morning, May 11, 2009 at his home. He was born January 3, 1954 in Paw Paw the son of James A. and Clarace (Andre) Miller. He was employed as a manager for Pfizer in Kalamazoo retiring in 2008. He was a member of the Third Reformed Church in Kalamazoo where he taught Sunday School. Nick loved motorcycling, hunting fishing and golfing. On April 25, 2003 in Kalamazoo Nick was united in marriage to Karen S. Shelden who survives. Also surviving are 5 children, James (Crystal) Miller of Garden Valley, CA, John (Candi Cole) Miller of Lawton, Lynn (Keith) Behrens of Schoolcraft, Danielle (Mark) Hughes of Kalamazoo and Jon Foerster of Mattawan; 3 grandchildren, Lily, Logan and Luke; mother, Clarace Miller of Paw Paw; 4 brothers, Clarence (Sally) Miller of Paw Paw, Art (Karen) Miller of Los Angeles, CA, Howard (Kathy) Miller of Decatur, and Matt (Ann) Miller of Paw Paw; many nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, James A. Miller on August 19, 2007. Family will receive friends Thursday 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the Adams Funeral Home, Paw Paw where a Vigil Service with Rosary will be held at 7:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held Friday, 4 p.m. at the Third Reformed Church, 2345 N. 10th St. in Oshtemo. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Make-A-Wish Foundation. |
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There are currently 18 condolences.
Kimm (Sherburn) Sage
Monday July 20, 2009 at
12:05 PM
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The Millers,
I just learned of your mother's passing today and upon further searching learned of Nick's death as well.
I want to give you all my deepest sympathy and my thoughts and prayers will be with each of you. Nick was a very good friend and I will never forget all the fun times we had. Your mother was a very special lady and will be missed throughout the community.
Also, I was not aware of your father's passing in 2007. I recently moved back from Palm Coast Florida where I've lived for the past 10 years. He was also a very special man and my thoughts and prayers are with him as well.
God Bless you all.
Love, Kimmie & Frank Sage
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Jamie Hannar
Monday May 18, 2009 at
3:51 PM
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To Johnny,Jim,Lynn,and Karen. My thoughts are with you and I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
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Dale and Ellen Wasson
Monday May 18, 2009 at
10:56 AM
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Our deepest sympathy to Karen, the Miller family and Nick's many cherished friends. We were sorry to miss the visitation and funeral due to travel and illness. Nick and I (Ellen) had many converstations regarding faith, family and our eventual reunion with our Lord. He spoke many times of his love for Karen, his family and friends. We know that Nick is now in God's presence and watching over those he loved so dearly.
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Bill Keselowski
bkeselowsk@edwardsgarment.com
Monday May 18, 2009 at
9:16 AM
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Good-Bye to my "Clone Brother" & thanks for the memories. Nick was always there with a smile, and with words of encouragement. I know now he is in God's presence. God Bless the Miller Family.
Sincerely, Bill Keselowski
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Linda Mauk
lindamauk@charter.net
Sunday May 17, 2009 at
10:02 AM
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My condolences to the Miller family, especially Jim, John and Lynn as I am their Aunt. You all have a lot of great memories that will carry with you for the rest of your lives. Nick loved you.
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Darlene Correll
Friday May 15, 2009 at
11:28 AM
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So sorry to hear about Nick's passing. My deepest sympathies and condolences go out to the family. He is in a peaceful, painfree place. Stay strong for each other.
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Trish (Patti Bonarski) Carpenter
Friday May 15, 2009 at
9:11 AM
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It was said by Peter Marshall, "The measure of life after all, is not its duration but its donation." With that thought in mind, and from knowing Nick throughout grade school, high school and then work at the Upjohn Company, it is undeniable that Nick lived a very profound life of great "donation". I remember Nick's smile and his overwhelming kindness; he had a gift of carefully listening to you and respecting your understanding of life. What a gift and an honor it was to have known Nick.
May God through His son, Jesus Christ, listen to you, Nick's family, holding your sorrows deep in His heart; may He respect and provide for your needs of comfort and compassion.
Through the great love of Jesus Christ, may the burdens of your sorrows be lifted and may the beautiful "donations" of Nick's life comfort you and return smiles to each of you through joyful memories you share of his life with you. May God bless him and each of you dearly, holding you all close in His heart. With deep sympathy, Trish Carpenter
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Roger & Peggy Gwin
roger.gwin@sbcglobal.net
Thursday May 14, 2009 at
5:40 PM
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Karen and Family, we are saddened that Nick has pass away, but know that he is finely out of pain and in God's hands. Your loss must be exstream, and for that we are sorry. Please except our deepest condolences.
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Frank & Barbara Sabia
Thursday May 14, 2009 at
1:03 PM
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I was unable to attend the visitation due to physical difficulties, but Barb and I want to express our sympathy at the loss of Nick. I worked for Nick for about 2 years and have known him for most of the years he worked at Pfizer. Nick was very special to me and I will never forget the influence he had on my life and how I changed for the better for having known him. It is greatly disappointing to know that he lost his battle with cancer, both Barb and I prayed that he would win. I know that he is in a better place today and that we will all see him again thru the grace of Jesus.
May the blessings of Jesus Christ carry your family thru these dark times.
Frank and Barbara Sabia
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Don Price
Wednesday May 13, 2009 at
4:51 PM
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My deepest sympathies and condolences go out to Nick's family. Nick went from being my JV basketball coach to being a good friend after school. We would share memories of the good ole days of Lawton basketball, especially his no pop rule during season. He always had that keen sense of knowing when we violated that rule and we paid for it! Nick was a great man and will definately be missed.
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Toni Moore
Wednesday May 13, 2009 at
4:34 PM
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My condolences go out to the family of Nick Miller. He was a wonderful person. I used to work for Nick at Pfizer and I always will remember his smile and jokes that were shared between myself, Dave Gumper and many employees at Pfizer. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten. God Bless You...
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RHONDA KRUEGER
Wednesday May 13, 2009 at
11:45 AM
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Miller Family, So sorry to hear of Nick's passing, we all enjoyed working with and for him. He was an inspiration to all of us, with his faith and how he handled his illness. May god bless all of you at this sad time.
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rHONDA
Wednesday May 13, 2009 at
11:40 AM
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Sandy Simpson (Sally Walker's sister)
Tuesday May 12, 2009 at
6:39 PM
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I came to know Nick through my sister. He was truly a fine, compassionate man. He loved the Lord and he loved his family. I pray that it will give you comfort to know that he is now at rest with his Heavenly Father.
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Mike & Theresa Pokorski
two.paws@netzero.com
Tuesday May 12, 2009 at
12:18 PM
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Our condolences go out to Karen and the family. It was certainly a pleasure to have known Nick for the seemingly short few years. His perpetual humor and positive attitude, under his particular circumstances, were always a source of amazement and encouragement. Nick always seemed to beat Mike to mowing the neighborhood park. Mike will always think of Nick as he now takes the lead. We are confident and take joy in knowing that Nick is absent from the body but present with the Lord. May the peace of the Lord, that passes all understanding, be with the family especially in this time of great need.
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Bill & Sue Frisbie
Tuesday May 12, 2009 at
12:03 PM
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To Nick's family, we are so thankful to have known Nick. What a dear and kind friend he was to our family. Our heart and prayers and with you in this time. Grace and peace to you all.
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tina halsey-ferree
Tuesday May 12, 2009 at
11:22 AM
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MAY YOUR HEARTS BE FILLED WITH PEACE KNOWING THAT YOUR FATHER IS WITH THE LORD,PAIN FREE AND FULL OF LIFE EVERLASTING
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valerie thompson
Tuesday May 12, 2009 at
8:47 AM
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To the Miller Family, May each of you find comfort in knowing that God is "near to those that are broken at heart; and those who are crushed in spirit he saves." (Psalm 34;18) He has promised to soon "swallow up death forever...and wipe the tears from all faces." (Isaiah 25;8) Take care,
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