Russell E. Miller
1928-2018
It is with profound sadness and
appreciation for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of
Russell Miller. Russell died peacefully and suddenly at home on
February 9, 2018 in his ninetieth year.
He was the beloved husband of Connie
(Kierstead) and loving father of Janet (Brad Bustard) Miller of
Rothesay, Gordon (Karen Stevenson) Miller of Calgary, Cathy (Jeff)
Martin of Fredericton, and Suzanne (Tom) Blackwell of Halifax. He was
very proud of his four grandchildren Alison (Mike) Wong of Halifax,
David Miller (Sarah) of Calgary, Alex Martin of Fredericton, and
Janice (Jackson) Young of Petawawa and one great grandchild, Cynthia
Miller. He is also survived by his older brother, Ronald
Miller, sister-in-law, Marlene Miller, brother-in-law, David
Kierstead, sister-in-law, Shirley Kierstead, as well as several nieces
and nephews. Along with his parents, Viola and Charles, he was
predeceased by his brothers, Arnold Miller, Gordon Miller, Charles
Miller, brother-in-law Robert Kierstead, and sister-in-law Rheta
Appleby.
Russell was born in Bayswater, NB on
October 30, 1928. He retired from a career at Imperial Oil in 1983 and
later operated Curler’s Corner supply shop with his partner,
Jack Boyle at Thistle Saint-Andrews Curling Club. Russell kept active
his entire life. He was a long-standing member of Thistle
Saint-Andrews Curling Club in Saint John, Hampton Golf Course, and the
Men’s Club at St. David’s United Church of
Rothesay. He was a former member of the Beaus and Belles Square
Dancing Club and Hampton Curling Club. Russ contributed to the
community through a number of organizations and as the clerk of the
Village of Fairvale.
Russ enjoyed many outdoor activities,
including camping, fishing and hunting. He loved curling, golfing,
playing the guitar, wood working, gardening, tracking the weather, and
watching sports. Over the years, Russ and Connie trailered at Sunrise
Shores, Hilltop and Pirate Cove campgrounds. He cherished time spent
sharing stories and laughs with family and friends.
He represented the province of New
Brunswick at four National Seniors and one Masters Curling
competitions, aced the seventh hole at Hampton Golf Course at 84 years
young and survived cheering for the New York Yankees at Fenway
Park.
Thank you to the team of medical experts
who helped manage Russell’s health, especially his family
doctor, Elaine Davies, and her staff of dedicated
professionals.
Resting at Kennebecasis Community Funeral
Home, 152 Pettingill Road, Quispamsis (849-2119) with visiting on
Tuesday, February 13 from 2-4 and 6-8PM. Funeral Service will be held
at St. David’s United Church, 7 Gondola Point Road, Rothesay on
Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at 2PM, followed by a reception. In Lieu
of flowers, donations may be made to Bobby’s Hospice or to the charity
of the donor’s choice, would be greatly appreciated.
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Russell E Miller 19282018.source
Décès pour la Ville: Saint John, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick
