William Miller
William Dennis Miller, 69, of Parker, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, May 22, 2021, at his residence after an extended illness.
Born on Sept. 1, 1951, he was the son of the late Frank W. Sr. and Geneva M. “Jean” Myers Miller.
He was a graduate of Allegheny-Clarion Valley High School.
He later joined the U.S. Air Force, and was honorably discharged as E-4, Civil Engineer Squadron. During his time of service, he was stationed in Minot N.D., Lackland Air Force Base, Sheppard Air Force Base, Strategic Air Command and served on expeditions in Antarctica.
He was past commander of American Legion 598. He worked for 45 years as a union carpenter, most recently with Local 420. He recently earned his 25-year pin with the Parker Allegheny Canby Lodge F&AM 521.
Denny was an avid outdoorsman, who loved to be outside hunting and especially fishing. Denny was a well-respected first mate with the Lake Erie Charter Captains Association. He recently earned the title of expert Ham Radio operator, of which he was quite proud.
He is survived by his son, Brian James Miller of Cranberry Township; his three brothers, Frank (Kathy) W. Miller, Jeffrey (Debbie) Miller and Kevin E. Miller; his grandsons, Travis and Trevor Miller; his granddaughter, Brittany Forsythe; his great-grandsons, Matthew and Evan Forsythe; his great-granddaughter, Madilynn Miller; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, William “Billy” Miller; and his nephews, Jeffie Miller and Kevin Miller.
MILLER — Friends of William Dennis Miller, who died Saturday, May 22, 2021, will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home, 201 S. Wayne Ave., Parker.A veterans service is scheduled to be held at 6 p.m. at the funeral home with American Legion Post 598, and VFW Post 7073.A Masonic service is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home and will be conducted by Parker Allegheny Canby Lodge 521 F&AM.To view or send condolences and to send flowers and sympathy cards, visit www.buzardfuneralhomes.com.Please sign the guest book at www.butlereagle.com.
