Mr. Gerald Lee Miller Obituary in Decatur at Donald Trimble Mortuary, Inc.

Obituary For Mr. Gerald Lee Miller

Mr. Gerald Lee Miller was born on March 6, 1946 to the late U T Newman and Leola Miller Robinson in Jefferson, SC and raised by Sidney and Hennie Miller. Mr. Miller departed this life on September 26, 2024 at his home after a brief illness. He was a graduate of Petersburg High School in 1965 and a graduate of the Institute of Government in 1994. After accepting Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age, he joined the Hopewell United Methodist Church in Jefferson, SC, where he served faithfully as Trustee, Usher, Chair of the Board, Building Committee, and more. As a licensed electrician and plumber, he retired after 33 years with the Lynches River Electric Coop in Pageland, SC, and later founded the Miller Electrical and Plumbing Services, which he operated until his death, which will continue to operate.

Mr. Miller was about community and service to all people. He was a worker, server, and giver. He served his community and was very involved serving in several capacities and receiving many awards to include: Chesterfield County Council for over 31 years, past president of the NAACP Pageland Branch #5541, Pee Dee Coalition, Pee Dee Transportation Board for 9 years, COD Board of Florence, Chesterfield Marlboro EOC Board, CHESCO Board, Alliance, SC Coalition of Black County Officials, SC Black Expo and Pageland Friend of Festival Award winner, and several State House of Representatives awards to name a few. He was a Master Mason and a lifetime member of the NAACP.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers: Richard and Emly (Penny), three sisters: Mildred, Elaine (Clarence), and Ola Mae.

He leaves to cherish his loving wife of 59 years Evelyn Miller of the home; one son: Gerald Al (Virginia) Miller of Pageland, SC; one daughter: Rosea Miller (Derrick McQueen) of Pageland, SC; three grandchildren: Alexander D. Miller, Meanna (Malik) Myers, and Marqueal Miller all of Pageland, SC; one great grandson, Ethan Myers of Pageland, SC; one brother: Robert (Lottie) Miller of Charlotte, NC; three sisters: Margaret Stokes of Jacksonville, FL, Ella (John) Cole of Fayetteville, GA and Elsie Longhall of Atlanta, GA; one brother-in-law: Robert Goss, one sister-in-law: Mary King; three special friends: Robert Adams, Lee Bracey, and James Miles; and his loving dog: Bearamy; a host of other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

The Homegoing Services will be on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, 1:00pm, Pageland Community Center, 1113 West McGregor Street, Pageland, South Carolina. Interment will follow the service at Green Lawn Memorial Park, Pageland, South Carolina.

The Miller Family will greet family and friends on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 from 1:00-3:00pm at Smith's Funeral Home, 604 Salisbury Street, Wadesboro, NC and on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 from 12:00-1:00pm at Pageland Community Center.

The public viewing will be on Tuesday, October 1, 2024 from 1:00-6:00pm at Smith's Funeral Home and on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 from 12:00-1:00pm at Pageland Community Center.

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Angela Jordan sent The Peace Lily for Mr. Gerald Lee Miller - October 01, 2024

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Prayers to the Family.
Jefferson Rescue Squad

Oh my...Evelyn sorry to hear of your loss. Will be praying for you and the family for God's grace and peace during this difficult time. Take solace in the fact that Gerald touched a lot of people during his lifetime--fulfilling God's purpose and His word will sustain you. Keep the Faith! Lois Watson

Dear family, I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of my beloved uncle Gerald. He was a remarkable person who touched the lives of many, and his memory will forever remain in our hearts. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the love and support of family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With deepest sympathy,
Love Robin Goss-Anderson and family

My condolences to the family of Mr. Gerald Lee Miller.

Praying for you and your love ones on today.

To my wonderful and loving family I love you and share with you the sorrow of losing someone we all love so much, Gerald miller was a wonderful and kind person, I will never forget you, you will always remain in my heart with Milderd your sister and my loving wife, God bless my family the miller family

We always enjoyed talking and working with Mr. Miller concerning the County Transportation Committee. He will be greatly missed.

Sending our condolences to the Miller family. The Sellers Family [Jackie]

On behalf of Chesterfield-Marlboro Economic Opportunity Council's Board of Directors and staff, we extend our deepest sympathies to the family. We pray that you will find comfort in the midst of your pain and peace in the midst of your sorrow. On a personal note, Mr. Miller was a great asset to CMEOC and a mentor to me during my tenure as the Executive Director. He could always be called upon to resolve an issue or a need of our Head Start Program in Pageland. I did not hesitate to seek his advise on social and political issues that impacted the delivery of services to customers in Pageland and our bi-county coverage area. He continued to serve CMEOC after his retirement from CMEOC's Board. Mr. Miller was a man of integrity, conviction and loyalty to his community. He will be missed.
Samuel Bass Executive Director, CMEOC

Our deepest condolences to Evelyn, Rosea and their family. From the family of Reverend Mary and Deacon Carl Covington. ~With love, Patricia Covington

Prayers for the Miller family. May God continue to comfort you during your time of sorrow. Legranthony and Catina Bridges

Prayers for the Miller family during your time of sorrow.

I'm so sorry for loss! I always enjoyed working with Gerald and it was always a pleasure to run into him after his retirement. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days to come.
Kim Johnson

We are praying for the Miller Family. You are in our prayers and thoughts. May God gives you peace that passes all understanding. Lee & Dianne Simon

Enjoyed working with Gerald at the Co-op for many years.He was a good man and helped alot of people any way he could! PRAYERS for the family!

Our hearts are heavy as we share in this loss. Keeping all of his family and friends in our prayers.
Mr and Mrs Sanford Evans Jr

Condolences to the family Mr. Gerald was a kind man never met a stranger will be missed by many. Minister Barbara and Sammy McCaskill Family

Our Hearts are Heavy learning of the Passing of Gerald Miller. He was truly one of a kind and will always be in our hearts and minds. May God Continue to Keep the Miller & Newman Families during this difficult time. Blessings, Bruce/Seritha Evans & Family

My deepest condolences, Uncle Gerald was a wonderful man and he'll always be remembered ❤️ Angela Taylor and Family

Prayers and our deepest condolences to Ms. Evelyn and the family. Mr. Gerald was such a sweet man. We all loved him. RIP Mr. Gerald.

Condolences to the family. May God give you strength, comfort, and peace. Andrea Hough Marsh, Wingate, N.C.

On behalf of Myself and the staff of Anson County Sheriff's Office, we extend our deepest sympathies to the family at this time. We pray that you will find comfort in the midst of your pain and peace in the midst of your sorrow. -Sheriff Scott Howell

Praying that God will give you all strength during this difficult time and the days ahead.
Lagena, Sheena and Mea

Sending prayers and hugs to the miller family, you have my deepest condolences to Gearld and Rosa.. Gearld was a man of leadership, you finished your race sir, now take your Rest..Ricky and Sharon Chambers 🙏🏿💔

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Miller. Not only was he a coworker, he was my friend. He always encouraged me and provided wisdom. I will truly miss him. Hattie Burns

Gearld was a friend to all.Will be miss.

My condolences and prayers to the family🙏!
Stephanie Chambers-Cook and family

My condolences and prayers to the family!

We sending sincere condolences to the family. We're so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr.Gerald, may god fill your heart with comfort in this time of bereavement. He was a good man and we know he's in heaven smiling down on us. The Blakeney & Rivers Family

Mr. Miller was a wonderful person. He was a true friend . He was always willing to help everyone anyway he could. Mr. Miller will truly be missed. Love and prayers for his family.
Jeff & Linda McCarn

Such a great friend. He will be missed. Praying for the family. Rickey and Karen

Sending our condolences to Evelyn, Al, Rosa, grandchildren and the Miller family. We attend the same church he will be miss. Dolores McMillan, Chuck and family

Our condolences to the family! You were truly a one of a kind cousin and your abstinence will be greatly missed! We will forever hold onto your memories and the love that you showed to everyone. Forever loved! Wanonia Myers Blakeney and Family

PAMELA DENISE BURCH

Our deepest condolences to you Evlyen, Gerald,Rosea & the rest of the Miller family. May the Lord strengthen & comfort you in this of sorrow; RIP Mr. Gerald

Sending my deepest condolences and prayers 🙏🏾

I just thought so much of Mr. Gerald. He was a very good man. Evelyn I am praying for you and your family. I have loved your family for a long time. God bless you 🙏 ❤ Ermith B. Funderburk

I just thought so much of Mr. Gerald. He was a very good man. Evelyn I am praying for you and your family. I have loved your family for a long time. God bless you 🙏 ❤

Condolences and God bless Mr. Gerald's family.

LONG TIME FRIEND . R. I. P.

Praying for the family. Very sorry for your loss. Patricia Caudle ❤️

Praying for the family

Sending heartfelt prayers and our condolences to the family.

David and Veronica Deese

From the Malloy Family

Praying 🙏 for Comfort and strength to the Miller family..Rosea know that we love you

Prayers for the family. I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Gerald was a wonderful man and always had a smile on his face. He was a joy to see anywhere you could find him and always willing to help anyone! He will be greatly missed! Nicole Bradley and family

I pray you and your family feel the peace of god during this difficult time.Estela Marts

My deepest sympathy to the family. Gerald and his smile Will certainly be missed.

Prayers for the Miller family.

He was someone you could count on in a time of need. A smile and say I will be there. Our hearts are said for you and the family. Our condolences and much love to you. Bobby & Atha

Mr. Gerald was a great man who was loved and appreciated by my family. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family especially his wife, kids and grandchildren.

MARY ANN AND HOOVER MYERS

Prayers for the family. He was a joy to work with. Susie Boswell

Sending sincere prayers & condolences to All the family. God will carry you through this (Aster Truesdale)

Thoughts & Prayers for Mr. Gerald's Family & Friends. Always smiling & had kind words to say. May the Lord give you comfort in the days ahead

Marqueal and family my heart is sad for you all. Your PawPaw was a very nice man. I don't think we ever saw him without a smile. He will be missed by so many. You will be in our thoughts and close to our hearts during this difficult time. Art & Kate Heroux