Michael Miller
Born: January 21st, 1984
Died: November 28th, 2013
Obituary
Michael Miller, 29, of West Burlington, died at 11:54 AM Thursday, November 28, 2013, at the Great River Medical Center in West Burlington. Born January 21, 1984, in Burlington, he was the son of John and Kelli Hill Miller. Michael was a machine tech for Lance. He was a 2003 graduate of Burlington High School. He was of the Catholic faith. He enjoyed boating, spending time on the river and at the family cabin, jet skiing with his grandpa, riding his bicycle, and skateboarding. He especially cherished the time he spent at home with the loves of his life. Survivors include his mother, Kelli Hill of West Burlington; his father, John (Michelle) Miller of Blue Springs, MO; maternal grandmother, Jackie Welch of Burlington; step-paternal grandmother, Mary Bayne of Mediapolis; paternal grandfather, George Miller of Burlington; two daughters, EllieAnna Mercedes and Emma Mercedes, both at home; his fiance, Almalicia Guajardo; two brothers, Dustin, and Tyler; one sister, Kristi (Nick); two nieces, Karizma and Kailyn; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his brother, Thomas, maternal grandfathers, Richard "Dick" Welch and Ray Hill, paternal grandmother, Carol Miller, and step-paternal grandfather, William Lipper. Visitation will be from 8:00 AM until 7:00 PM with the family to receive friends following a 4:00 PM Rosary until 7:00 PM Monday, December 2, 2013 at Thielen Funeral Home. The funeral service for Michael will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, December 3, 2013, at Thielen Funeral Home with Rev. Father Marty Goetz and Pastor D. Dean Benton officiating. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. A time of food and fellowship will be held at the Boogaloo Cafe following the burial. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for his daughters.