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In memory of

Leonard W. Miller

of Philip, South Dakota, died on Friday, April 29, 2011 at the McKinney Medical Center in McKinney, Texas at the age of 58

Leonard was born August 15, 1952, the second of ten children born to Henry and Louise (Mehlbrech) Miller. He grew up in Salem and Philip, South Dakota. Leonard attended Philip High School and later worked in the Philip area.
Leonard moved to Kansas City, Kansas and later to Salina, Kansas where he was involved in a factory accident that severely injured his arm. Several surgeries were required in the years to come. Leonard enrolled in the Salina Technology Institute in Salina, where he received a degree as a Computer Technical Engineer. Leonard was very proud of this achievement. He accepted a position with Southwestern Bell Company in Salina. The company later transferred Leonard to Dallas, Texas which later became AT&T, where he was employed until his death.
Leonard liked to travel all over the country. He always had a good story to tell when he got back. Leonard loved the state of Texas, and was a dedicated fan of the Texas Rangers. He was an active member of the VFW in Farmersville, volunteering for benefit barbecues and the Fire Department. He was known for his Southern Crock Pot Beans. Leonard loved to read, especially books from his favorite author, Dean Koontz.
Leonard’s family will miss his annual visits to his hometown of Philip, his vehicle loaded with Texas watermelons and treasures found at flea markets. Leonard’s mother will dearly miss his weekly phone calls.
Leonard’s family would like to express deep gratitude to his supervisors Connie and Mike and wife Tina for all their help during this difficult time.
Survivors include his mother Louise Miller of Philip; one brother Mike Miller and his wife Debbie of Philip; six sisters Linda Stotts and her husband Carl of Missoula, Montana, Rene Konst of Philip, Joan Miller of Ault, Colorado, Mary Lee of Sioux Falls, Donna Kroetch and her husband Brad of Rockledge, Florida, and Nancy Roehler and her husband Mark of Belle Fourche; several nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Leonard was preceded in death by his father Henry "Hank" Miller; and two sisters Karen Williams and Vicky Dale.
A rosary service was held 7:00 p.m. Friday, May 13, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Philip.
Mass of Christian Burial was held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 14, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Philip, with Father Kevin Achbach as celebrant.
Interment was at the Masonic Cemetery in Philip.
A memorial has been established to the American Cancer Society.


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Rosary service: 7:00 p.m. Friday, May 13, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Philip.
Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 a.m. Saturday, May 14, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Philip.
Interment: Masonic Cemetery in Philip.

  • Our thoughts & prayers so out to at this difficult time !!! ~ Susan & Jack Heinz Philip SD (4/29/2011)
  • Sending my prayers in these hard times... ~ Bonnie Moses nebraska (4/29/2011)
  • Our deepest sympathy to the Miller Family. May the love of family and friends help comfort you at this time. ~ Dave & Karen Webb Rapid City, SD (4/29/2011)
  • We are sorry for the Miller family loss. May God comfort you through this hard time. ~ Nancy and Kenny Neville Philip (4/29/2011)
  • So sorry to hear about your loss!! Please know we care. ~ Roxy and Ray Formanek Hermosa, South Dakota (4/29/2011)
  • We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please find comfort in knowing you are in many thoughts and prayers. Love, Mike & Shar ~ Mike & Shar Moses Philip (4/29/2011)
  • Our deepest sympathy of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. ~ Ralh & Cathy Fiedler 2130 Ellen St Sturgis, S.D. (4/29/2011)
  • Sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you. ~ Bonnie Fitzgerald Memphis, TN (4/29/2011)
  • My thoughts and prayers to all the family. I graduated with Lionard from high school. It is hard to lose someone you love. Love, Joan ~ Joan Kirchhevel Rapid City, SD (4/29/2011)
  • Sorry for your loss. Had some good times with Leonard. ~ Lee Johnson Wall (4/29/2011)
  • So sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers ~ Mary Jo Jones & Mike Stroppel Midldand, SD (4/29/2011)
  • I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers! ~ Shelli Dowdy Hoffland (4/29/2011)
  • Just wanted to say my heart and prayers go out to Leonard's whole family. The thought of Leonard brings back great memories of fun and mischief from our youth. ~ Norris Carstensen Michigan (4/29/2011)
  • So sorry to hear of your loss.I remember when Leonard and my brother Dwayne used to hang out together and when he would come by the Big Old House down in Philip that we used to live in to pick up Dwayne for another one of their great out door adventures.It gives me great peace to know they are up in heaven planning those adventures together now..May you find peace in all the memories that you hold on to. ~ TootieFormanek-Neville Rapid City,SD (4/29/2011)
  • Most of you have never met me but for the last 8 years Leonard has been a good friend. I was here as he started to deteriorate. My wife and I sat with him a few times at the hospital and talked to him so he knew he was never alone. Please take solice in knowing he was proud of his family and friends, and thought of home often. He did what was needed and helped anyone that needed the help when he could. Leonard I got the porch built, my wife and kids wont fall through now, thanks for the push. God Bless You my Friend. ~ Michael Macomber Farmersville, Tx. (4/29/2011)