Robert Joseph Miller

Robert J. Miller, 73, a happy resident of Tallahassee, took his last breaths, Tuesday, June 9, 2015, in the loving arms of his family and God. He was born in Miami, FL to Robert W. Miller, a builder and Winifred K. Miller, homemaker, both of whom have passed. He accomplished many achievements during his lifetime, but especially as a wonderful husband to surviving wife of 49 1/2 years, Ellen J. Miller; hero father to surviving son, Christopher R. Miller and his wife, Marie M. Miller; and his daughter, Kelly E. Miller; big brother to surviving brothers, Terry Miller and Mike Miller; uncle and cousin to his family and loving daddy to many animals all around. Robert brought a smile to your face with his humor and funny faces, made you feel secure in his love and respect, and was sensitive and caring towards everyone! He loved music like Yanni and Enya and would conduct it in the living room with Shmushma our cat, lovingly watching. Robert always gave a helping hand to those in need. He donated a custom built, 10-room farmhouse dollhouse, well played with, by his daughter, to Neighbors Helping Neighbors, a charitable organization. In 1967, Robert began his distinguished career as a police "officer friendly" with the Miami Springs Police Department, rising through the ranks of Sergeant, then Lieutenant. While serving and protecting the people and fellow officers in the community, he received three commendations, one of which was for saving a woman's life! As an officer his many duties included interviewing, investigating, training work with 4 sergeants and 25 sworn officers, and communication officers. In the Internal Affairs department, he developed procedures and policies, wrote evaluations and in his words, "solved problems." He retired from the police force, after serving for 27 years, in 1995. After retiring and while still living in Miami, he served as an armed security officer for Miccosukee Indian Gaming, Wackenhut Corp., at MDCC, Metro-rail, and City of Miami Springs Public Works, as an Assistant Director. Since moving to Tallahassee, he joined his local Home Owners Association, as Vice President, keeping up the beauty and civility of his neighborhood. He continued to serve in the volunteer Civil Air Patrol, as a Lieutenant Colonel, a committed service, which began in 1971 to the present. During his service with the CAP, he received many awards, which included The President's Call to Service Award in 2007, celebrating his dedicated volunteer service for a total of 2 years or 4000 hours. He also received 16 times over, the Meritorious Performance and Exceptional Service Award from the CAP. Robert was a notary for many years and a Certified Reverend in the Universal Life Church for two years. Robert was "Mr. Fix It," made a deep impression on everyone he met, and was there to lend a hand and speak a kind word. He was well-traveled, well-read and well-liked. We will surely miss him! You are cordially invited to attend the funeral mass, at 10am, this Saturday, June 13, 2015, at The Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 4665 Thomasville Rd, Tallahassee, FL, 32309. We would enjoy seeing you there. If you are unable to attend, we will miss you, but would like to hear from you. So, please write to us at ejm106@aol.com. Elizabeth Chambers of Bevis Funeral Home is assisting the family with their arrangements (850-385-2193, www.bevisfh.com).

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Robert Joseph Miller

January 31, 1942 - June 9, 2015