Miller, David Lester was called home to his Lord and Savior March 6, 2010 at the Vulcan Community Health Centre at the age of 75 years.
David was born on March 31, 1934 at Saint John, New Brunswick. He was the youngest of eight children born to John Frederick and Annie Louise Miller. In 1955 David married Velma Audrey Ryder. They had two children, Peter David and Grace Kimberley. The family moved to Calgary in 1968 and to the Berrywater district in 1992. David instilled his love of carpentry in his son and grandson, the three working side by side in their own company. David had hoped to complete the renovation of the Church of Christ before his passing and he came very close. He loved music and dancing, carpentry and jigsaw puzzles, the Flames and Stampeders, but most of all his family.
David is survived by his loving wife Velma, son Peter (Wendy) of Vulcan, Grace (Garth) Hakes of High River, grandchildren Adam (Anita) Miller, Amanda (Jay) Akitt, Beth Miller, Brian Miller, Nora Hakes, Sara Hakes, Andrew Hakes, six great grandchildren Adrienne, Kaitlyn and Madison Miller and Abigail, Jessie and Cameron Akitt.
David is predeceased by his parents and siblings Jim, Frank, Ralph, Merle, Ken, Nancy and Doris.
Funeral Service Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at Vulcan Church of Christ with Reverend Doug Barrie officiating.
Casket bearers Garth Hakes, Andrew Hakes, Adam Miller, Brian Miller, Jay Akitt and Randy Collier.
Interment Vulcan Cemetery
In lieu of flowers, tributes in David’s name can be made to Vulcan Community Health Centre Palliative Care, Box 299, Vulcan, T0L 2B0.
Funeral arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home, telephone 403-485-2633. E-condolences to www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.
Velma & Family
Can’t tell you how sorry we were to hear of Dave’s passing-only a few short weeks since we lost Jean. Our hearts go out to you ,Velma. Be assured you are in our thoughts and prayers.We have many happy memories of fun times when we were all together.
Stan & Marilyn
I’ll miss your big smile and warm welcoming heart.
Thank you for always sharing your home with me.
You always made anytime a special time. – the Husky Tower, the Zoo and buying me that special cowboy hat.
Teasing me to make me laugh.
I could not have asked for a more wonderful and caring Uncle.
I will miss you and always cherish our times shared.
Be at rest…..
All my love to Auntie Velma, Pete, Grace (Kimmy) and family.
Aunt Velma& Family;
We wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers will be with you during the days ahead.
Brian has spent the last few days reminiscing about his time spent with Dave when he was younger.He recalls many happy memories. I will miss his bear hugs!
He was a kind and loving man who left an imprint on many lives.
Love ;
Brian, Maura & family
for being a part of my life. I will always remember that smile and the big bear hugs that went with it. And how Dave always let me nibble on the turkey while he was carving. Sending my love to all the Millers, Colliers, Hakes & Akitts.
Big hugs to everybody!
Love
Janice
for being a part of my life. I will always remember that smile and the big bear hugs that went with it. And how Dave always let me nibble on the turkey while he was carving. Sending my love to all the Millers, Colliers, Hakes & Akitts.
Big hugs to everybody!
Love
Janice
for being a part of my life. I will always remember that smile and the big bear hugs that went with it. And how Dave always let me nibble on the turkey while he was carving. Sending my love to all the Millers, Colliers, Hakes & Akitts.
Big hugs to everybody!
Love
Janice
My deepest sympathy. Dave a was great man. I was honored that he and Velma made the trip out to my wedding. He was always kind to everyone and loved to lend his helping hands to Nan whenever he came to town….she always had a list. I know she is not here to lend her support to Velma and her family but she is in spirit and thought so much of the Miller family. Please know that Velma you are in my thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Meghan
Velma & Family,
Words cannot begin to express my sincere sympathy on the loss of Dave. He was a great man and will surely be missed by all who had the pleasure of meeting him.
I know the past few months have been extremely difficult especially with the loss of Nan barely 6 weeks ago. Although I am not there in body know that in my heart I am giving you a big hug.
All my love,
Andrea