James Clifton Miller, age 84, of Holt, Michigan, went to be with his heavenly Father on October 26, 2024. Jim was born on February 28, 1940, in Knox County, Ohio. He owned and operated a restaurant in Ohio for 13 years before becoming a food service director in the healthcare field for many years. Known as a gentle giant, Jim enjoyed cooking not only for work but he loved to cook for his family and tend to his garden. He was an amazing carpenter, plumber, and mechanic. Jim will be remembered for being kind, loving, and strong.
Jim is preceded in death by his brothers, Claude and Richard Miller. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Shirley; children, Bradley Miller and Stephanie (Don) Williams; grandchildren: Ashlie Artz-Miller, James Williams, and Rebekah Williams; and great-grandchild, Paulie.
Per Jim’ wishes, cremation has taken place and there are no official services planned at this time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be directed to the family to help with final expenses. Arrangements entrusted to Vickers Leslie Funeral Home, 109 N. Church St./PO Box 503, Leslie, MI 49251. 517-878-6600.
