| Location | Fort Washington, Pennsylvania Usa |
| Age | 86 years |
| Cause of Death | Other Disease |
| Date of Birth | 16/03/1922 |
| Date of Death | 30/06/2008 |
| Visitors | 717 since 03/10/2008 |
| Creator |
Our Daddy (as he always likes to be called) has passed away and has now joined the ranks of other fellow Marines. He was a Veteran of both World War II (Espiritu Santo, Munda, Bougainville, Green Islands, Emirau Island, & PELELIU) and the Korean campaigns. He got out of the Corps at the end of the Korean campaign as a Gunnery Sergeant but still needed excitement and camaraderie in his life so he became a Volunteer Fire Fighter in his home town of Fort Washington, Pa. With all the Battles he fought the last was the worse, Asbestosis from Fire Fighting. Daddy has left an indelible mark on everyone he has ever met-even those who never knew him. To some he is loving, funny, witty, or daring—to some he is the best son, brother, cousin, loved-one, Father, Friend, Godfather, Marine, Fire Fighter or person they have ever known. We realized that Daddy is not gone. We just can’t see him anymore. He let us know in so many ways that he is still with us. That was the first miracle and there are many more to come. We always knew how blessed we were to have him and we still are blessed. Daddy was always here for everyone in life and now he is our Guardian Angel forever.
Although it is so hard to say goodbye, we know that God’s loving arms were open wide to welcome Him home. We’ll be seeing you, our wonderfully loving Daddy and Pop-Pop. We Love you !!! Although, we may not have you with us, all the Memories from his Marine Corps life, his Fire Fighting life and Life in general will be in our Hearts forever and ever!!!
The Daughters and Grand Children of Marlin J. Miller, Fort Washington, Pa 19034 — Carol, Marilyn and Gail – Daughters — Christopher and Michelle – Grandchildren
I was that which others did not want to be, I went where others feared to go and did what others failed to do, I asked nothing from those that gave nothing and reluctantly accepted the thought of eternal loneliness should I fail, I have cried, pained and hoped; but most of all I have lived times others would say are best forgotten. At least every day I can be proud of what I was and will ALWAYS be…”A United States Marine!”
Obituary of Marlin J. Miller
Marlin J. Miller, 86, of Fort Washington, Pennsylvanua USA died June 30, 2008, at his home surrounded by his family. He was the husband of the late Doris E. (May) Miller, she died April 8, 2008. He was born in Philadelphia to the late Maynard E. and Elizabeth B. (Katzmann) Miller. Mr. Miller was a graduate of Olney High School, Class of 1940, and attended Drexel University. He was formerly employed by Link Belt Co. of Philadelphia and Selas Co. of Dresher and Philadelphia. He also worked for Tri-Kris of Lansdale as a plant superintendent for more than 27 years until his retirement in 1987. Mr. Miller was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, serving from 1942 to 1952 during World War II and the Korean War as a gunnery sergeant and power plant maintenance chief working on airplanes.
Mr. Miller was a volunteer fireman and a life member of Fort Washington Fire Co., which he joined in 1954. He was third assistant chief from 1956-58, second assistant chief from 1959-71, and first assistant chief from 1972-81. He also held various elected positions such as treasurer, was on the board of directors, and was a fire company educator and mentor for many years. He was also a life member of the Montgomery County Detachment and Central Bucks Detachment of the Marine Corps League; of the Fire Chiefs Association of Montgomery County; the PA LST Association; the VFW Post #175 Doylestown; and the U.S. Navy League. Mr. Miller was a Civil War buff and historian, was a train enthusiast, avid fisherman, avid NASCAR fan, Phillies and Eagles fan, and enjoyed Disney. He traveled extensively throughout the United States and Canada with his family.
He is survived by three daughters, Carol A. Miller and Marilyn J. Miller, both of Fort Washington, and Gail E. Walter of Blue Bell; three grandchildren; and a brother, Maynard Miller of Warminster. He was predeceased by a brother, Harry Miller.
Relatives and friends are invited to his funeral service on July 7 at 10 a.m. at the Emil J. Ciavarelli Family Funeral Homes, 951 E. Butler Pike, Ambler. The viewing will be from 9 to 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be in Whitemarsh Memorial Park in Prospectville.
Marlin’s Wife Doris died just 2 months before him – His Daughters and Grandchildren miss them both very much
♥ I love you!
".•*"Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ"*•." If flowers grow in heaven Lord, then pick a bunch for me.. place them in my fathers arms and tell him they're from me. Tell him that I love and miss him, and when he turns to smile, place a kiss upon his cheek and hold him for awhile ... ".•*"Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ"*•.
"Rest in Peace Daddy ♥ I love you!
".•*"Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ"*•."
FIGHTINS WIN!!! MAKE IT 5 IN A ROW!!!
Daddy the Phillies did it again -
FIGHTINS WIN!!! MAKE IT 5 IN A ROW!!!
I know you alreadu know it but I want to make sure -
Love ya
In Precious Memory Of Daddy
Who Walked Through Heaven's Gate June 2008
I Wish I Could See You One More Time
Come Walking Through the Door
But, I Know That Is Impossible
I Will Hear Your Voice No More
I Know You Can Feel My Tears
And You Don’t Want Me To Cry
Yet, My Heart Is Broken
Because I Can’t Understand Why
Someone So Precious Had To Die
I Pray That God Will Give Me Strength
And Somehow Get Me Through
As I Struggle With This Heartache
That Was Caused By Losing You
MISS YOU SO MUCH
LOVE YA
I wish Heaven had a phone so I could hear your voice
I wish Heaven had a phone so I could hear your voice again. I thought of you today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday and days before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name. All I have are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake from which I’ll never part. God has you in His arms, I have you in my heart
Love Marilyn
A Message to My Grandson –
Lt. Chris Walter,
Centre Square Fire Co, Blue Bell, Pa
Christopher when you weep for me
Remember that it was meant to be
Lay me down and when you leave
Remember I'll be at your sleeve
In every dark and choking hall
I'll be there as you slowly crawl
On every roof in driving snow
I'll hold your coat and you will know
In cellars hot with searing heat
At windows where a gate you meet
In closets where young children hide
You know I'll be there at your side
The house from which I now respond
Is overstaffed with heroes gone
Those who answered one last bell
Did the job and did it well
As firefighters we understand
That death's a card dealt in our hand
A card we hope we never play
But one we hold there anyway
That card is something we ignore
As we crawl across a weakened floor
For we know that we're the only prayer
For anyone that might be there
So remember as you wipe your tears
The joy I knew throughout the years
As I did the job I loved to do
I pray that thought will see you through.
LOVE POP-POP
Thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday, and days before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name. All I have are memories and a picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake, with which I'll never part. God has you in His keeping, I have you in my heart.
Miss you so much Daddy - Love Marilyn
HUGS
"When he hugged you, you knew he meant it - It's a real loss to this world not to have him in it."
I MISS his Hugs so much - Today is my Birthday and just want the Hug again
----------★
----------**
---------*o*
--------*♥*o*
-------***o***
------**o**♥*o*
-----**♥**o**o**
----**o**♥***♥*o*
---*****♥*o**o****
--**♥**o*****o**♥**
-******o*****♥**o***
****o***♥**o***o***♥*
-----____!_!____
-----\_________/---
MERRY CHRISTMAS ANGEL ~X~
Message From Marlin and Doris Miller
Merry Christmas from Heaven 2008
We still hear the songs; we still see the lights;
We still feel your love on cold wintry nights.
We still share your hopes, and all of your cares.
We’ll even remind you to please say your prayers.
We just want to tell you, you still make us proud;
You stand head and shoulders above the entire crowd.
Keep trying each moment to stay in His grace;
We came here before you to help set your place.
You don’t have to be perfect all of the time;
He forgives you the slip, if you continue to climb.
To our family and friends, please be thankful today;
We’re still close beside you, in a new special way.
We love you all dearly; now don’t shed a tear;
Cause we’re spending our
Christmas with Jesus this year.
Love, Marlin and Doris Miller
MISS YOU
If tears could build a stairway,
And memories were a lane,
We would walk right up to heaven
And bring you back again.
Our hearts still ache in sadness
And secret tears still flow.
What it meant to lose you
No one can ever know.
But now we know you want us
To mourn for you no more.
To remember all the happy times,
Life still has much in store.
Since you'll never be forgotten,
We pledge to you today:
A hallowed place within our hearts
Is where you'll always stay
(`C)
`•..•
.•.•) .•*)
(.• (.• .• .•`♥A
Using the options below you can add this memorial to your personal garden.
| I am Marlin's ... | |
| Add to Garden: | |
| Notifications: | Text Message |
There have been 33 candles lit for Marlin.
