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Joseph Miller Obituary

Joseph David Miller
Born: August 1, 1987 in Berlin, West Germany
Died: April 18, 2006 in Payson, UT
Joseph, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, April 18, 2006, 1:13 am, at the Mountain View Hospital in Payson, UT. He had been in a coma since Easter morning, April 16th. Our precious son, brother, and friend was 18 years old. His coma and death were caused by an overdose of illegal drugs.
Joseph was born on August 1, 1987 in Berlin, West Germany. He was the third of seven sons born to Richard and Brenda Miller.
Joseph has always been known as a charmer. His dimpled smile and charming ways were hard to resist.Ever since he was a child, he has had a strong will and determined mind. For example, when his older brothers learned to ride a two-wheeler, Joseph was determined to do so as well. One day at the age of 3, he practiced and practiced. By the end of the day, he was riding a two-wheeler! He learned to skip that same year.
He was very athletic; he especially loved soccer and basketball. He has always looked up to his brothers. They have been his best friends throughout his life. Joseph has always been very independent. He wanted to do things his own way.
Until the age of 12, he had mostly lived in Provo. At 13, he went to live with his Dad in Iowa. They later lived in the Denver area. For the last year and a half, Joseph has lived in Utah County.
He has been working for Pep System, a flooring company located in Payson, UT.
In December, Joseph proposed to Dallas Sapp. They had plans to marry later this year. They lived in Santaquin.
Joseph is loved and will be missed tremendously by his fiance', his family, and his many friends. We love you Joseph and look forward to seeing you again.
Survived by:
Dallas M. Sapp, Fiance'
Brenda L. Lindsey, Mother
Richard L. Miller III, Father
Jennifer R. Miller, Stepmother
Robert C. Lindsey, Stepfather

Brothers:
Richard L. Miller IV Ð 22
Steven M. Miller Ð 20
Sean R. Miller Ð 16
James P. Miller Ð 14
Ryan T. Miller Ð 12
Benjamin I. Miller Ð 8

Half Brother & Sisters:
Rebecca R. Miller Ð 5
Scott M. Lindsey Ð 3
Stephanie A. Miller Ð 3
Amanda N. Miller Ð 4 months

Step Brothers & Sister:
Brad R. Lindsey Ð 25
Alicia Lindsey Ð 23
Don M. Lindsey Ð 20
Eric B. Lindsey Ð 16
Tyler J. White - 12

Other children dearly
loved by Joe:
Domanick Ð 8
Devon Ð 4
Daisha - 2

Grandparents:
Richard L. Miller II
& Lois Miller
Frank Moore Jr.
Nancy L. Ward

Many loving Aunts, Uncles,
Cousins, and Friends

Funeral Services will be held Saturday, April 22, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the LDS chapel located at 585 North Main in Spanish Fork. Family and friends may call from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to services at the church. Interment will be in the Spanish Fork City Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.walkerfamilymortuary.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 21, 2006.

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Garrett Easton

April 28, 2006

When Joe was living in Denver, I got to know him well. I was his youth leader at church and took a special interest in him. Joe ended up bringing his brother Tyler on a regular occasion who loved primary and after time his brother Sean started coming as well. He enjoyed reading the scriptures when we could really discuss their meaning. I have a photo of Joe and me in front of the Denver Temple just after doing baptisms for the dead. I will try to post it soon. I remember Joe's smile and laughter, it was contagious. He loved to play basketball with the other youth and was pretty good. He always tried to get me to let him drive my car when he turned 16. Joe tried my patience sometimes, but I was blessed with a love for him that I haven't had with any other youth. I miss you and love you Joe, Bro. Easton

Anonymous

April 26, 2006

I am deeply moved by the courage your family has to let others know the dangers of drugs. I am sorry for your loss & the pain that you have. It seems a great young man was taken much to early.

God bless your family & watch over you always.

anonymous

April 21, 2006

I don't know you but I think it is an incredibly brave thing that you did to let others know what harm drugs can do to a person. You have my deepest sympathies in the loss of your fiance and son.

Bob Corliss

April 21, 2006

My heartfelt condolences go out to all you, and especially to Rich and Steven. I knew you guys at Wasatch School in Provo several years ago.

a friend

April 21, 2006

I'm sorry for the loss of joe, he was a great person and aqqantence....

Ann

April 21, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Shane Gleave

April 21, 2006

Brenda, Rich and brothers, I am sorry for the loss of Joe. I hope to see you soon Rich

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