DECEMBER 5TH, 1965 - FEBRUARY 2
March 7, 2026 AT 11:00AM
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Celebrating
THE LIFE & LEGACY OF ROBERT J. MILLER ORDER OF
Robert Miller was born in Chicago, IL on December 5, 1965. Rob’s presences always filled every room he entered and he is known his artwork and signature of a moon with the bird flying in the sky . Rob graduated from Sherman School, and quickly became the a standout student at Tilden High School. After graduating from Tilden, Rob enrolled in the Navy and committed his life to military service. While in the Navy Rob received several ribbons, rewards and acknowledgements. Rob continued his education by obtaining an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, a Bacehlor’s Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Business Management then just last year, in 2025, he obtained his Master’s Degree in Health Administration from the University of Phoneix. On 12/31/2025, Rob retired from the Lovell Federal Health Care Center - VA
The loss we feel today is deep and profound, yet the story of Rob’s life does not end here. It continues in the countless lives he touched, in the values he demonstrated, and in the love he gave so freely. Rob’s journey was marked by compassion, resilience, and strength. Rob faced life’s challenges with grace and met its joys with a grateful heart. Rob’s legacy is not measured only in accomplishments, but in moments caring for others, the laughter and joy he brought in every room, and the encouragement he gave when it was needed most. Rob had a remarkable way of making people feel seen, heard, and valued. Those who knew Rob will remember him not only for what he did, but for who he was genuine, caring, fun, and full of heart. Though we grieve his absence, we honor him by carrying forward the kindness he showed, the love he modeled, and the integrity he lived by.
Rob leaves behind his son, Robert Miler, Jr, his mother Bernadette Washington, his brothers Charles Miller and Santana Miller, his sisters Annette Miler, Michelle J. Miller, Joanne Miller, Stephanie Knighten and more. Rob will be deeply missed by his dear friend Helen Weston, who stood by him for many years. He is also survived by his loving companion, Stephanie Smith, who brought immense care and concern in his life. Rob was preceded in death by his father, Harry Miller and his brother, Andre Byrd, whom we take comfort in knowing welcomed him in heaven with open arms. Rob’s memory will continue to inspire strength in times of difficulty and gratitude in moments of joy. Rob will always be remembered with deep love, honor and respect.
Service
MUSICAL PRELUDE
PROCESSIONAL ENTRANCE OF FAMILY
WELCOME
Leslie West-Larkins
SCRIPTURE
Felicia Johnson
OPENING PRAYER
Michelle J. Miller
MUSIC SELECTION
“Soon and Very Soon”
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Stephanie Smith
REMARKS & WORDS OF REFLECTION
(1-2 MINUTES PLEASE)
OBITUARY READING
Patricia Stokes
MUSICAL SOLO
Nena Ford
Robs memory will live on in every shared story, every echo of laughter, and every act of love inspired by his example. We will forever carry him in our hearts.
TRIBUTE & E
Pastor Willie To
RECESSIO
“Kiss of Li
the righteous Judge, will give to who have loved His appearing. -
WHENTOMORROWSTARTSWITHOUT
Whentomorrowstartswthoutme AndImnottheretosee; Ifthesunshouldriseandfndyoureyes Allfilledwthtearsforme
Iwishsomuchyouwouldntcry Thewayyoudidtoday; Whilethinkingofthemanythings Weddntgettosay
Iknowhowmuchyouloveme AsmuchasIloveyou; Andeachtmethatyouthnkofme, Iknowyoullmssmetoo
Butwhentomorrowstartswthoutme Pleasetrytounderstand, Thatanangelcameandcalledmyname Andtookmebythehand
Shesadmyplacewasready Inheavenfarabove; AndthatIdhavetoleavebehind, AllthoseIdearlylove
ButasIturnedtowalkaway Atearfellfrommyeye; Forallmylfe,Idalwaysthought Iddntwanttode
Ihadsomuchtolvefor, Somuchyettodo; Itseemedalmostimpossble, That wasleavngyou
Ithoughtofalltheyesterdays, Thegoodonesandthebad Ithoughtofalltheloveweshared Andallthefunwehad
IfIcouldreliveyesterday Justevenforawhile, Idsaygoodbyeandkissyou Andmaybeseeyousmle
ButthenIfullyrealized Thatthiscouldneverbe; Foremptnessandmemores Wouldtaketheplaceofme
AndwhenIthoughtofworldlythings Imghtmisscometomorrow; Ithoughtofyou,andwhen dd Myheartwasflledwithsorrow
Butwhen walkedthroughheavensgates Ifeltsomuchathome WhenGodlookeddownandsmiledatme FromHisgreatgoldenthrone
Hesaid,“Ths seternty Andall vepromisedyou; Todayyourlfeonearth spast, Buthereitallstartsanew”
“ promisenotomorrow, Buttodaywillalwayslast Andsnceeachdaysthesameday, Theresnolongingforthepast”
Butyouhavebeensofaithful, Sotrustingandsotrue; Thoughattmesyoudddothngs, Youknewyoushouldntdo”
“Butyouhavebeenforgiven Andnowatlastyourefree; Sowontyoutakemyhand Andsharemylfewthme?”
Sowhentomorrowstartswithoutme Dontthnkwerefarapart Foreverytimeyouthinkofme Imrighthere nyourheart
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A LIFE WELL LIVED
A LEGACYRemembered
With sincere appreciation, MILLER FAMILY
Interment Repast
New Testament Baptist Church of Chicago 2 East 112 Street th Chicago, IL 60625 2:00PM
Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery 20953 W Hoff Road Elwood, IL 60421 11:00AM
Pallbearers
Marquis Miller, Terrell Townsend, Trevon Miller, Paul Weston, Derrick Duncan, Robert Miller, Jr.
