Robert J Miller

November 10, 1927 - July 14, 2019

Robert J Miller passed away peacefully at Central Washington Hospital in Wenatchee, Washington on July 14th, 2019. He was born in Coffeyville, Kansas in 1927, the son of Robert H and Jesse Miller. Bob graduated High School in Coffeyville, Kansas in 1945 and joined the Navy later that same year, serving until 1947. He then served in the Reserves until 1952. In the Navy he was an Airplane Mechanic, and in civilian life he was an Auto Mechanic for many years until he retired in 1991. Bob met Betty when they both attended grade school in Coffeyville and they married in 1948. They had one daughter, Theresa Ann (Richard) Colliander of Sandpoint ID. Bob loved fishing, camping, boating – most anything that got him outdoors. He lived in Houston TX for many years and leaves behind may friends there. He felt honored to meet John Glenn and Neil Armstrong – a definite highlight for him. He also lived in Wyoming, and leaves many friends and family there. He will be greatly missed by his daughter Ann; Grandkids, Christine (Mark) Giovannetti and Cari Frank. Great Grandkids, Michael (Ashley) Riquelmy ; Emily Giovannetti; Kayleigh Frank, along with 3 Great Great Grandkids. He is also survived by his constant companion Marilyn Grass, her son Jeff and his wife Susan and their family; and son Steve Grass. He was also special friends with Aurianna Grass, an “adopted” Granddaughter. Bob was preceded in Death by his parents, his brother Walter Miller, his wife Betty, and grandson Billy Frank. Services will be Held at the United Methodist Church in Ephrata, WA on Saturday August 3rd at 2:00 pm. Please express your thoughts and memories for the family at www.nicolesfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the care of Nicoles Funeral Home of Ephrata, Washington.