Obituary: Miller, Donald E.
Age 80
MILLER,
Donald E.
Our beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother Donald Edward Miller, born November 25th, 1931 in Spokane WA, passed away March 10th, 2012 in Everett WA, due to complications from heart surgery.
Don was one of six children born to Lillian Elsie (Dale) Miller, and Roland G. Miller.
Don lived in Spokane from birth until he joined the Coast Guard on April 1, 1952.
After a four year tour and a few years of working various jobs, he joined the Seattle Fire Department in January 1959 until 1972, attaining the rank of Lieutenant and was also assigned to the newly formed arson squad.
Don is survived by his wife, Sue (Mills) Miller and two children, Kenneth Wayne, wife Michele of Spokane, Janine (Miller) Groves, husband Rick of Monroe; grandchildren Sara Miller, Eric Miller, Jennifer Groves, Justin Groves, Andrew George, Jake George, and stepson Brian George.
Also survived by brothers, Roland, Francis, Roy and sister, Evelyn.
Don was preceded in death by his parents, sister Jackie (2011) and stepson Eddie George (2012).
There will be a celebration of his life for family and friends April 21st, 2012.