Charles Donald Miller
October 04, 1930 - October 25, 2015
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Charles Donald Miller
October 04, 1930 - October 25, 2015
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Charles donald (“don”) miller, 85, formerly of charleston, passed away sunday, october 25, 2015 at avista adventist hospital in louisville, colorado following a short illness. He was born october 4, 1930 in cincinnati, ohio and was a son of the late charles clemens miller and luana born miller.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son merrill sullivan miller, wife of 50 years nancy mitchell miller, sister charlotte miller o’leary and step mother sadie miller.
Don is survived by his daughter selwyn knap and her husband mike of lafayette, colorado; brother elmer j. Miller of the villages, florida; sister ruth ann nash peel and her husband malcolm of amherst, ohio; and many nieces and nephews and cousins.
Don was a wonderful man who loved his family dearly. His favorite hobby was traveling and he and nancy visited all 50 states, all 7 continents and most canadian provinces. He was an avid reader and sports fan, and enjoyed bowling and photography. Don was always on the go, always up for an adventure, especially if there was something new to be learned or experienced.
He graduated from walnut hills high school, and earned a degree in chemical engineering from the university of cincinnati, where he was a member of tau beta pi, the engineering honor fraternity. He also held an mba from wvu.
Don worked at union carbide for more than 35 years, most of his tenure at the institute, wv plant. He was also in the production planning group for the ponce, puerto rico plant where he and his family spent two wonderful years. He was a member of the investigative team for the bhopal, india disaster.
He was a 50-plus year active member of christ church united methodist.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.M., friday october 30 at christ church united methodist, 1221 quarrier st., charleston, wv 25301 with the rev. Jay parkins officiating. Burial will follow in mountain view cemetery, charleston.
Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.M., thursday and one hour prior to the service friday, all at the church.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the alzheimer’s association, west virginia chapter, 1111 lee street e., charleston, wv 25301 or to christ church united methodist.
9 responses to Charles Donald Miller
King Family says:
August 10, 2021
Location: Ohio
I Did Not Know Mr. Miller But I Know How Hard It Can Be To Lose A Loved One In Death So I Wanted To Say I Am Very Sorry For Your Loss. The Scripture That Has Given Me Comfort At Times Like This Is The One Found At Revelation 21:4 That Says, “And He Will Wipe Out Every Tear From Their Eyes, And Death Will Be No More, Neither Will Mourning Nor Outcry Nor Pain Be Anymore. The Former Things Have Passed Away.” So God Has Promised That In The Very Near Future We Will Never Have To Experience The Pain Associated With Death Anymore. I Pray That This Gives The Family Some Comfort During This Difficult Time.
Frank & Emita Stowers says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Fellow Retiree And Friend
Location: Dunbar West Virginia
Don Was A Fellow Retiree, Friend And A Trusted Member Of The Board Of Our Retiree Group – The Oldtimers. Don Was Always Quick To Offer His Help And Support On The Job And Away From The Job And He Has Been Sorely Missed Since The Onset Of His Illness. I Regret We Could Not Attend The Visitation Or The Funeral. Please Know You Are In Our Thoughts And Prayers.
Betty Mcadam says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend
Location: St. Albans West Virginia
Selwyn And Family, So Sorry To Read About Don. I Have Fond Memories Of Your Mom And Dad And Our Trips To Europe And The Greenbrier. Also, Our Get Togethers, Especially When You, Lisa And Linda Were Growing Up. Your Dad Was Always A Nice, Kind Person And It Was A Joy To Know Your Whole Family. My Love And Prayers To You And Mike And The Rest Of Your Family. Betty
David Christensen says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend
Location: South Charleston West Virginia
Selwyn,
It Was Just A Month Ago That We Talked. The Disease Progressed Very Fast. Sorry I Could Not Make The Services, Because Of Travel Complications.
We Shared A Love Of Travel With Don And Nancy. Like Them, Louise And I Have Been In All Fifty States, All Seven Continents, And Most Of The Canadian Provinces (Still Lack Manitoba And Saskatchewan). We Would Swap Experiences And Seek Advice When Going To New Places Where They Had Been.
I Knew Don Throughout My Career And Had The Pleasure Of Working With Him When He Joined Our Safety Group After His Carbide Retirement.
My Thoughts And Prayers Are With You.
Dave Christensen
Leah Clark Payne says:
August 10, 2021
Location: South Point Ohio
Selywn And Family,
Thinking Of You In The Loss Of Your Dad And Praying For Your Comfort. I’M Sure The Good Memories Will Help You In The Days Ahead.
Much Love,
Leah