Donald Vrooman “Don” Miller, Jr.
November 29, 1949 - November 18, 2019
Donald Vrooman “Don” Miller, Jr., age 69, of Elkton, MD, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2019, at St. Francis Hospital.
Born in Queens, NY on November 29, 1949, he is a son of the late Donald V. and Eleanor L. (Reinhardt) Miller, Sr. Don graduated from Wilmington College and made his career as an Operating Engineer with International Union of Operating Engineers Local 542, retiring after many years.
A friend to the community, Don was a past member of the Elkton Lions Club and was involved with the Boy Scouts for many years, recently as a Camp Master at Camp Rodney in North East, MD. He was a member and past trustee of the Northville Beach Civic Association in Riverhead, NY. Don was very proud of the accomplishments of both of his children. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially with his grandson, “Cubbie.” Even in his young age, “Cubbie” knew that “Baba” could fix anything, from batteries to fishing poles. In his spare time, Don enjoyed fishing, spending time at the family beach house, camping, hunting, traveling, Sudoku and watching old war and western movies.
The family wishes to thank the membership of Singerly Fire Company, Union Hospital and St. Francis Hospital ICU for the care given to Don.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Constance (Olah) Miller; children, Donald V. Miller, III (Erika) of Elkton, MD and Adele L. Miller of Gaithersburg, MD; brother, Richard C. Miller (Linda) of Lake George, NY; grandson, Donald V. “Cubbie” Miller, IV; many nieces and nephews; and grandcat, Rutgers, who will now loose 20 pounds as there are no more treats to be had!
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 5 pm until 7 pm, on Friday, November 22, 2019, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 121 West Park Place, Newark, DE. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday, November 23, 2019, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Singerly Rd, Elkton, MD.
Flowers are appreciated however donations may be made to Oblate Sisters of St. Francis de Sales, Villa Aviat, 399 Childs Road, Childs, MD 21916.
Mary Ann Dvorak Mackie
Connie, Donnie, Addie and family,
Sr. John Elizabeth told me about Don. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I pray that Our Lord will bless you all and the many memories you share will bring you smiles as you go forward.
Love and prayers always,
Mary Ann
Kelli Paugh
Connie, Addie, Don Jr., Angie (Olah) Hummer & Karl Hummer, and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved husband, father, and Uncle. Sending our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to you all during this most difficult time. May your cherished memories of him and all the years you spent with him serve to sustain you through your sorrow and grief. Much love and many prayers. Fondly, The Paugh Family ~ Rob, Kelli, Luke, Owen, and Clancy (friends of Angie and Karl)
Karl Hummer
Sorry to hear about Donald
Sending my prayers
Debbie French
Adele my friend
I am so sorry about your losing your daddy. I know it’s a very rough time for you and your family. I’ll keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Your friend, Debbie
Loretta Dats
Dear Connie and family Tom and I are so very sorry for your loss he was a great person and will never foget him love you all
Shannon Travers
Don,
So sorry for your loss. Didn’t know your father but I’m sure you are much like him, a descent man.
Sue and Addie Savonije
Sincere condolences on the loss of your father. May your memories keep him with you always.
Sharon Truitt
Connie, Addie and Donnie,
May your precious memories comfort you in this time of emptiness and may the joy of the Cubby Cubs help to fill the void! It was such a pleasure visiting the Beach House and listening to Don’s stories! I only wish he would have listened to me and wrote the history in a book. My most sincere condolences are flowing your way! Love you all! (Even you, Wolfie, whether you like it or not!)
Melisa Gonce
I’m sorry for your loss and will keep your family in prayers.
Susan C Givens
Connie I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Debbie Hudson
So sorry to hear about Don. Connie, you and your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Maryann Ruehrmund
Connie and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts, prayers and hugs are yours.
Maryann
Barbara Lloyd
Dear Connie,
My deepest sympathy to you & your family on the loss of Don. Although I have not seen you for a long time I often think of you & all the good times we had @ K & QA as supervisors & those cardiac courses we suffered through together ! My thoughts & prayers are with you at this very sad time. May happy memories remain with you forever & may Don rest in peace .
Much Love,
Barb
Patti/Pat Smythe
Don,Erika and Cubbie,
So sorry for your loss. He is at peace and resting. Now prayers for all in your family
Brenda Morgan
Connie and family, I am so, so sorry at the loss of your Don. Keep your memories and family close to you at this time. Hugs to you and your family.
Rich Juergens
Sorry for your loss Connie. Prayers for you and all family and friends.
Connie Lucatamo
Connie, Donnie and Addie, I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers and hugs to everyone in the family.
Betsy waugh
So very sorry to hear about Don, he will be truly missed!!!
Carrie Savonije
Deepest sympathy for your loss. My thoughts are with you all during this time.
Edward Mckeown
Connie and Family So sorry for your loss, Don would go out of his way to help others.Connie you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Dave & Carol Goerold
Connie & family,
We’re so sorry to hear of Donny’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your whole family. May Don’s memory be eternal and may God help you through this difficult time.
Love,
Dave & Carol Goerold
Ruth Gonce
Connie , Donnie and Addis ,Our family are sending our deepest condolences and Prayers to you all. I love our time together with Scouting and just being friends. Donnie was a wonderful friend, husband ,father and grandfather. We will miss him. Now he will be our guardian angel. Sending Prayers and hugs to you all.
Sorry I will not be able to attend to say my last goodbye. You are in my thoughts and heart.
Ed Watt
Miller Family. So sorry about Your loss of Don. He will always be remembered for his devotion and dedication to Boy Scouts. A great time was had by anyone in Scout camp. Don always had a great attitude, helped anyone to get the best possible Scout experience. He set a great example for others.
Donna Ritchie
I’m so sorry to hear about Don Junior’s passing. I have many years of memories seeing him at the beach. Know that he is at peace and that his suffering is over. I pray that you all will find comfort in the memories of a life well lived.
Pat/Verna Sawyer
We are so sorry “Connie, Donny, and Adie” to here of your loss. Don and me had so much fun on our school field trips but he was the one that got me in trouble however Don told another story. If here is anything that we can do to help you through these times, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
With deepest sympathy and love Verna and Pat Sawyer
Margaret Ann Gary
Connie and family,
I just learned of your loss of Don and I am so sorry. When God takes a loved one from us he leaves the precious gift of good memories. I pray you will find comfort and peace as you work through your grief.
Love and prayers,
Margaret Ann
Imogene Copenhaver
Connie and family so so sorry for your loss of dear Donnie I know your heart broken and I just found this on Facebook didn’t even know about it till just now in 2021 my prayers and thoughts are with you Connie may your memories of dawn bring you some peace