MILLER: Robert

Robert “Bob” Miller passed away peacefully at Maitland Manor on February 5, 2024, at the age of 84. Bob was born on December 5, 1939, in Tillsonburg, Ontario, the son of Arthur and Orla Miller (nee Vaughan).
Bob was a loving husband to Kathleen “Kay” Miller (nee Potter) for 17 years. He was a devoted father to Marilyn (Mauro) Robertazzi, and a cherished grandfather to Luigi and Alyssa Robertazzi. He was a stepfather to Heather, Wanda, Gerald and Scott Essex. He was also a step grandfather to 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He is survived by his sister, Gladys Rothenberg and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by the mother of his daughter.
Bob lived most of his life in Tillsonburg. He attended Rolph Street Public school and Annandale High school. He worked as a welder at Jackson’s Manufacturing/RIPCO for over 40 years. He was a proud member of the Royal Canadian Legion for over 25 years. He loved airplanes and earned his private pilot’s license in his younger years. He loved to build and fly radio control airplanes, and was a past president of the Radio Control Flying Club. He also enjoyed playing the guitar, watching NASCAR, playing cards, and dancing.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 from 3:00 – 5:30 PM at McCallum & Palla Funeral Home in Goderich, ON. A Celebration of Life will be held on March 24, 2024 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the Royal Canadian Legion in Tillsonburg, ON.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Alzheimer’s Society.