"My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. I have a lot of great memories of our childhood together and there is defiantly not enough room to mention them all. One of the very many memories, that I still have scars from, is when Nick, Valarie, Kristen, Jody and I all went bike riding down the dead-end road toward Gentryâ??s. There are a couple of big hills on that road and for some reason; I was given the bike with no brakes. So, needless to say I wrecked going down the hill and ate a bunch of gravel. Nick being the thinker rode home as fast as he could to get his Mom â?? we did not realize this at first. So, us girls were trying to figure out where we should walk to use a phone, the Gentryâ??s or the hog farm. After going to both places and not finding anyone there, we finally gave up and were just going to walk back to the Millerâ??s, when Debbie came down the road in the van. Thank goodness Nick thought to go get help because Iâ??m not sure how I could have made it home. Once again, Iâ??m so very sorry for your loss. "
In loving memory of
Nicholas Wayne Miller
October 27, 1980 - March 14, 2011
Nicholas Wayne Miller, 30, of Quincy, formerly of Keokuk, Iowa, died Monday, March 14, 2011 in an automobile accident.
Nicholas was born on October 27, 1980, to Raymond and Debbie Markovich Miller. He married Stephanie Flaiz on November 7, 2009, in Quincy, Illinois. She survives.
He is survived by his wife, Stephanie of Quincy; his parents of Keokuk; a daughter, Callie Waswick/Miller, age 14, of Donnellson, IA; three sons, Christopher Clay, 13 of Quincy, IL; Alexander Miller, 12 of Donnellson, IA; and Eli Miller, 1½ , of Quincy; three sisters, Michelle (Mike) Counts of Keokuk; Valarie (Ricky) Barlow of Montrose; Kristen Miller of Keokuk; In-Laws Steve (Patty) Flaiz; Brother-in-law, John Flaiz and Michelle Turwelp; Grandmothers, Kay Markovich of Keokuk and Ruth Lohman of Quincy; Aunts & Uncles, Shirley (Dan) Spray, Theresa (John) Robertson, Ael (Barb) Miller, and Bob (Kenny) McCracken; numerous cousins; four nieces; he had an adopted father, John Hanson, "Big John"; his very close friends, John Desoto & Kelly Jackson; two half-brothers, Brennon Loges and Matt Thomas.
He was preceded in death by grandparents, Amel and Ethel Miller; great grandmother, Florence Smith; grandfather Nick Markovich; and grandparents, Robert and Barb Flaiz and Timothy Lohman.
He worked at Quality Plus Feed in St. Paul, Iowa, and Thompson Feed. He also drove a truck before that. He was very dedicated to his work. He was a great co-worker and friend. He was an avid hunter.
He was a wonderful father, husband, brother and son. He never knew a stranger. He enjoyed life and spending time with family and friends. He was one of a kind and would help anyone in need no matter what the need or how hard the task, he would get it done.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 am Friday, March 18, 2011 at DeJong-Greaves Celebration of Life Center on Blondeau Street with his uncles officiating. Burial will be in Hickory Grove Cemetery north of Keokuk.
Visitation will be Thursday, March 17 from 5:00 to 8:00 at the funeral home.
Tributes
"Raymond, Debbie and Family, Although I only met Nic once at his grandparents memorial service, I'm sure he was a fine young man and will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. Will keep you all in my prayers and hope the memories you all have of Nic will sustain you in the days ahead. May God give you comfort and heal your hearts. "
"I did not personally know Nick, but I have heard from friends of ours who did! Your family, as well as the Edmondson family, will be in our thoughts and prayers! My heart is deeply saddened by the thought of there being 5 children out there who lost their fathers in this accident! Please accept our deepest sympathy! May God bless you and give you the strength you need! "
"Although it is difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in your memories help comfort you tomorrow, our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. "
"I didnt really know Nick but I know the rest of the family. I am truely sorry for the loss of your brother. You all have seen me through a lot and if ou need anything please let me know! Love you all and you are in my thoughts and prayers"
"My heartfelt condolences go out to Nick's family. I grew up with Nick and remember him fondly. We went to school together & I spent a lot of time at his house when we were youngsters. I remember Nick as a good friend and a good person with an adventurous spirit! I remember root beer floats at his grandparents house and being boys on the farm. He always had a smile on his face and I will remember him like that. He will be missed by many, so very sorry for the family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers."
"Nick was a great dancer. He was so loved by many, and had a way of making kids crazy about him. He will be missed."
"Nick had a real knack for being critical of new and/or changed methods, processes, etc. but in a very positive way. His criticisms nearly always included at least one suggestion for making the "new" even better. Nick's passion for his daily activities at work obviously challenged those around him to also become more passionate about their responsibilities. Nick has left a void at Quality Plus Feeds but his influence will be felt for a lifetime by those remaining."