Milton E. Miller

Milton E. Miller, 79, of Ross Drive, Bedford, went to his new home Sunday, April 15, 2012, after a lengthy illness.  He was born on January 26, 1933, in Altoona, a son of the late Allan H. and Blondena B. (Kauffman) Miller.  On June 29, 1962 in New Castle, he married Shirley M. Minteer.

Surviving are his loving wife and two children: Beth wife of Jim Healey of Frostburg, MD, and John Miller and wife Laura of Kents Store, VA; two grandchildren: Kyle Miller and wife Erin, and Tracy Miller all of Palmyra, VA; one great-grandchild, Cole Alexander Miller; a sister Edna Bickle of Warriors Mark; and many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by three brothers; Marshall Miller husband of Betty of Altoona, J. Allen Miller husband of Lois of Altoona, Charles Miller, and a sister Madeline Ellis.

Mr. Miller retired as a franchised dealer with Snap-On Tools after 35 years, servicing Bedford and Somerset Counties.  He raced super modified, sprint and late models for many years winning five track championships and was inducted into the Jennerstown Speedway Hall of Fame in 2006.  He was a member of the Bedford Presbyterian Church, Bedford Moose Lodge #480, and the Bedford American Legion Post # 113.  His grandchildren and great-grandson were the apple of his eye. He enjoyed golfing, hunting, camping with his family and friends, and spending many winters in Florida with his wife Shirley square dancing, he will be sadly missed.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 18, 2012, at 11:00 a.m. at the Bedford Presbyterian Church, with the Rev. Doug Friant officiating. Burial at Bedford County Memorial Park.  Friends will be received Tuesday, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., at the Timothy A. Berkebile Funeral Home, in Bedford, and one hour prior to the service at the church.  Those wishing may make memorial contributions in his memory to the Bedford Presbyterian Church, 145 S. Juliana St., Bedford, Pa 15522. Our online guest book is available at www.berkebilefuneralhome.com.