Avard passed away on Wednesday, September 27 at his home in Nile. He was born October 22, 1942, in Pugwash, NS. He came to Goderich with his father in 1958 working with the Cementation Company sinking the first shaft at the Salt Mine. When the mine opened in 1959 Eric was hired and worked there until his retirement in 2007.
He will be missed by his children; Jack (Susan), Kimberly (Perry), daughter-in-law; Cathy, grandchildren; Nathaniel (Katie), Justin (Krista), Melissa (Mike), Rachel, Sarah, and Genevieve. Great grandchildren; Hailey, Jaxson, Myles, Emily & Alexis. His sister Eleanor, brother-in-law Ken (Ann), sister-in-law Toots. His pets; Pugsley and Bella. As well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Betty (Dec 2022), son; Michael, parents; Alexander and Gladys (Thompson) Marshall and sister Diane.
A celebration of life for Betty and Eric will be held Friday, October 6 from 2-4:00 PM at the Masonic Hall in Carlow. Cremation has taken place. Inurnment Friday, October 6 at 1:00PM at Colborne Cemetery
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cancer Society, ALS society, OSPCA or charity of your choice
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Sylvain and Julie Babin
Syl has fond memories of working with Eric at the mine throughout the years. He will be greatly missed. Please accept our most sincere condolences.
John and Shirley Stoll
Our sincere condolences to you Jack and Kim and Cathy and all your families, We all knew Eric to be larger than life, gregarious yet humble, kind but assertive, totally invested in family an awesome one of a kind gentleman. He will surely be missed by all who knew him.
Brian Deb Pollock
My condolences to the Miller families.Eric and I traveled many miles ,argued lots on various topics, played cards and enjoyed plenty of breakfasts over the years. He sure will be missed. Brian Deb.
Shelly Keys
Jack,Kim, Cathy and families.
Our sincere condolences. We are so sorry to hear of Eric passing. Our thoughts are with you all.
Dave, Shelly & Rachelle Keys
Carol Williams
Bob and I are truely sorry for the passing of your dad . Your mom and dad were lovely people ! Hugs and prayers to you all
Sincerely CarolWilliams and Bob Millian 🙏
Doug & Jan Stoll
He will be so truly missed. Avard’s every other Thursday night chair will sit empty.
Thoughts and prayers to you all. 💕
Wayne & Gwen Doak
Our deepest sympathy to Betty & Eric’s Family. So many memories that it is hard to chose a single one. There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t miss Betty as we were more like sisters than cousins. But I know she is in a better place. Eric was one of a kind. He was a hard worker and a good family man. They will both be missed by so many. RIP and see you on the otherside.
Township of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Staff & Council
We would like to offer our sincere condolences at this very sad time to the entire Miller family on the passing of our dear friend Eric. We had an opportunity to share some good memories at his retirement gathering with all the ACW Employees in June. We will miss Eric. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joyce Kuran
My condolences to Jack, Kim, Cathy and families. You have had to cope with so much within one short year. Eric and Betty were devoted to one another. May God give you the strength to endure during this sad time.
With fond memories of your Mom and Dad,
Joyce Kuran