Miller, Merlin J.

Other Events:

• 1940 Census: 1940, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• Social Security Applications and Claims Index: Abt Jan 1951
• Death Record - Civil: 30 Mar 2004
• Obituary: 31 Mar 2004; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

Family History Researcher:
Merlin J. Miller is deceased born sept. 9, 1932 died 3/30/04 at the age of 71. he was cremated and is buried where he wanted to be under a maple tree in my yard. Multi system failures were the cause of his death starting with ascites,edema, jaudice, two holes in his heart, liver & kidney failure, then infections etc..he swelled up so big that his pace maker was popping out of him. normally he wore a medium sweat pant, but he balloned to a 2x and still had to cut the legs. then he became delirious, out of it. . .body can only take so much. Died at Brewster Village Nursing home.
I was there for dad also. Merlin was given birth by Bernard & Irene (Ullrich) Miller.

1940 Census:
Bernard Miller33
Irene Miller29
Merlyn Miller7
Norman Miller6
Floyd Miller5

Social Security Applications and Claims Index:
Name: Merlin Joseph Miller
[Merlin J Miller]
SSN: 391325394
Gender: Male
Race: White
Birth Date: 9 Sep 1932
Birth Place: Appleton Out, Wisconsin
Death Date: 30 Mar 2004
Father: Bernard Miller
Mother: Irene Ulrich
Type of Claim: Original SSN.
Notes: Nov 1951: Name listed as MERLIN JOSEPH MILLER; 23 Apr 2004: Name listed as MERLIN J MILLER

Death Record - Civil:
Merlin J. Miller Birth: 9 Sep 1932 Death: 30 Mar 2004 - Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, United States of America Civil: Wisconsin

Obituary:
Merlin J. Miller, age 71, of Appleton, died Tuesday morning, March 30, 2004. He was born September 9, 1932, to the late Bernard and Irene (Ullrich) Miller, in Appleton, where he was a resident all of his life. Merlin worked in construction and as a mason for many years until he retired. He is now free to feel the wind at his back and the sun on his face as he rides his scooter on his journey.
He is survived by three children: Brian A. Miller, Gregory A. Miller and Cynthia L. Beyer; a brother and sister-in-law, Floyd (June) Miller and his family; his step-father, Grandpa Ray Van Hueklon.
He was preceded in death by his brother Norm.
Funeral services for Merlin will be held at the funeral home, at 2 p.m. Friday, April 2, 2004, with Reverend Patrick Ryan officiating. Friends and relatives will be received at the funeral home from 1 p.m. Friday, until the time of the service.
Special thanks to Appleton Medical Center and Dr. Louie S. for his honesty and to the staff of Brewster Village for the care, support and dignity they provided dad as a resident.
WICHMANN FUNERAL HOME
537 North Superior Street
Appleton
Section C, Page 5

Merlin married Pennings, Marlene E. Bef 1958, ?, Unknown Location. Marlene (daughter of Pennings, Arthur Gregory and Widmar, Bernice) was born 9 Mar 1940, Grand Chute, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; died 21 Feb 2002, Neenah, Winnebago, Wisconsin, USA; was buried Aft 21 Feb 2002, ?, Unknown Location. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Military Service: Between 1976 and 1979; U.S. Navy
• Obituary: 4 Oct 2007; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

Obituary:
Brian Miller, Appleton, age 49, died early on Wednesday morning, October 3, 2007. After years of battling various health conditions, it became necessary to enlist the wonderful staff at Brewster Village to monitor his care. Brian was born June 22, 1958, son of the late Merlin and Marlene Miller. He was a graduate of the Hortonville High School, and honorably served his country as a member of the United States Navy.
Brian is survived by a sister: Cindy (Pete) Beyer of Appleton; a brother: Greg A. Miller of Appleton; an uncle: Floyd (June) Miller of Mackville; and cousins: Mike, Bill, and Joe Miller, all of Appleton.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Since his discharge from the Navy in 1979, Brian has fought many battles in his life and was always thankful for the consistent friendship, comfort, and continuity of care he received through Agape of Appleton and Francis "Stack" Heesakker; their support has been invaluable to his family. The staff of Symphony Place at Brewster Village will always have the lasting thanks of his family for all of the care and services they provided for Brian while he lived there. Truly, through his compassionate and respectful nature, Brian touched the hearts of everyone who knew or worked with him over the years. He will be dearly missed.
Funeral services for Brian will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 6, 2007, at the funeral home chapel, with Rev. Tim Albrecht officiating. Interment will full military rites will take place at the Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in King, Wisconsin. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday morning from 10:00 a.m. until the hour of the service.
To Dr. Vogel, each and every nurse and aide, support staff at Brewster Village, Vicki and her staff at Agape of Appleton, and Stack: You all made Brian feel important and he was able to go to his final resting place with pride and dignity. Thank you all so very much.
WICHMANN FUNERAL HOME
527 N. Superior Street
Appleton 920-739-1231
www.wichmannfargo.com
Brian A. Miller Son of Merlin J. Miller and Marlene Miller (Pennings) is deceased
born june 22, 1958 died 10/3/2007 at the age of 49, from severe advanced emphysema (COPD) + related to head trauma. Buried in King (Veteran's Cemetary) provided full military honors.
Brian died in my arms at the nursing home; Brewster Village, Appleton where he was living for less than one year before he died. Navy Vet. from 1976 -1978

Cindy married Beyer, Peter [Group Sheet]