Robert D. Miller
– December 12, 2012
</span><br />Robert “Bob” D. Miller, 82, of Ruskin, died peacefully on December 12, 2012 at Life Path Hospice. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred Miller, Marie (Tedball) Miller, and brother Garth Miller Sr. of Fruitport, MI. </p>
<p>He is survived by brothers Darell Miller of Ravenna, MI, and Kyran Miller of Midland, MI as well as nine nieces and nephews.</p>
<p>He was active U.S. Air Force from 1950-1954. After the military, he settled on the profession of commercial fishing. He attained the goal of owning his own boat, which he named Miss Marie, in Bradenton, FL.</p>
<p>Bob enjoyed entertaining friends and family, cooking and horticulture, especially his prized bonsai collection. He was an avid reader and dominoes player, endearing himself to most people he met.</p>
<p>Family and friends gathered to celebrate his life at his home on Sunday, December 16. Memorial contributions can be made to Life Path Hospice, 3725 Upper Creek Drive, Ruskin, FL 33573.</p>
<p>He is survived by brothers Darell Miller of Ravenna, MI, and Kyran Miller of Midland, MI as well as nine nieces and nephews.</p>
<p>He was active U.S. Air Force from 1950-1954. After the military, he settled on the profession of commercial fishing. He attained the goal of owning his own boat, which he named Miss Marie, in Bradenton, FL.</p>
<p>Bob enjoyed entertaining friends and family, cooking and horticulture, especially his prized bonsai collection. He was an avid reader and dominoes player, endearing himself to most people he met.</p>
<p>Family and friends gathered to celebrate his life at his home on Sunday, December 16. Memorial contributions can be made to Life Path Hospice, 3725 Upper Creek Drive, Ruskin, FL 33573.</p>