Timothy A. Miller, 81, of Lisbon, Iowa, was called to heaven on Sunday, June 12, 2022, at his residence in Cedar Rapids. Visitation will be held from 3:00-6:00 p.m. on Friday, June 17th at Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services in Mount Vernon. Following the visitation there will be a service. Burial will take place at a later date.
Survivors include his wife, Jo Diane; children, Colleen Miller of Cedar Rapids, Christina Miller of Las Vegas, NV, Timothy Jr. (Jamie) of Colfax, WI, Conrad Seymour of Red WIng, MN, Joseph (Jill) of Lisbon; three grandchildren, Jessica Miller of Lisbon, Tori Miller of St. Louis Park, MN, Bryce Miller of Red Wing, MN; a sister, Connie Gundel of Marion; two nephews, Ben and Jon; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Timothy Allen Miller the son of Donald and Gladys (Lentz) Miller was born on June 6, 1941 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He attended school until graduating from Jefferson High School in 1959. He was united in marriage to Jo Diane Coombs on February 12, 1961. Tim started his professional career working at Dudley's Transfer in Cedar Rapids.
After moving to Lisbon, He worked for Northwestern Bell Telephone and Cornell College. He worked at Plaza Motors part time for the next 20 years. He embarked on his maintenance career, first with Mount Vernon Schools and later with Lisbon Community Schools as the Director of Maintenance and Grounds; then adding Transportation. After retiring in 2001 he continued to drive school bus until 2016.
Tim enjoyed hunting, fishing and trains, and was an avid collector. He enjoyed playing cards and cribbage with relatives. Tim loved to be The Man at the grill and serving fresh veggies from his garden! He was also liked attending Wine Trails, garden tours, and art festivals. Tim looked forward to 'Miller Time' with a cold one at the end of the day.
After retirement he enjoyed exploring new hobbies including RV camping, bird watching, and spending time with his grandchildren. After moving to Cedar Rapids in 2019 with his wife, he enjoyed providing daily weather updates from The Bluff.
He was preceded in death by his parents; nephew, David; two brothers-in-law, Dudley and Art; and sister-in-law, Jan.
A memorial fund has been established in Tim's name to the family.
We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services – Mount Vernon
When Val and I moved to Lisbon the Millers were our first neighbors. Tim was a master gardener and introduced me to gardening. We went hunting together many times and he loved to take the kids for rides in his Blazer through snow covered pastures and roads. He was a super mechanic and was always willing to lend a hand to all the other 4th Ave. folks. I will never forget the kindness he and Diane showed to a couple of young kids just starting out in life. My heart goes out to the ” Miller 6 Pack” even if it is now down to 5. Godspeed Tim, I’ll see you up there soon.
Oh, Mr. Miller! What a legend in this small town of Lisbon. Tim and Diane were my Mom’s neighbors for over 20 years. They watched me grow up and more recently have enjoyed watching my kids grow up. They never forget us on any holiday to surprise the boys with goodie bags. Tim, I know my Mom and you are together again as neighbors in the sky! Love to all of you Miller family.
Only had Tim in my boat once, but it was a great time! What a great guy!
My deepest sympathies to the Miller Family.
Oh, Diane, I’m so sorry to hear about Tim. What a tease he was, I always knew I was in trouble when he would smile with that smirk. I always liked him, he was one special guy. Hold his love and memories close to your heart and smile when you think of him. He will be missed. Hugs to you, Annamae Baker
Sending love and hugs your way.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
So sorry to hear about Tim’s passing! I will always remember his with a ready smile!
so sorry Diane, Colleen and the rest of the family. Hugs to all of you. Prayers. Donna Sue Nevins-Amundson
Godmother Diane, Colleen, Chris, Tim Jr. and Joe, Thinking of all you during this difficult time, I’m terribly sorry for your loss. Love, Joshua
The first neighbors my family had in the wonderful town of Lisbon, Iowa. As a tyke I would wander on over to the Miller household and knock on the door, probably looking for a snack, candy or yes, some pickles:) Tim& Diane took me in as one of their own, feeding me and letting me play with the electrical trains in the basement. They would eventually become my Godparents, two loving and caring people. Tim Sr will be missed With Love, Joshua Jones
I was sorry to hear of your recent loss ofyour husband Tim, so I am sending my belated condolences to you Diane and your family. May he rest in peace . Sincerely, Sharon Kunce Sedlacek