Roland Garland (Ronnie) Miller

September 23, 2020

CHARLOTTE – Ronald Garland Miller (Ronnie) 93, passed away on September 23, 2020.
Born in Norfolk, Virginia August 29,1927, he was the son of the late Morton Marchant Miller and Myrtle Virginia Miller. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Frances Miller and three brothers, Marchant, Roby, and Billy Miller.

Ronnie was a graduate of Virginia Polytechnic Institute (VPI), class of 1949, and began a career with Fruehauf Trucking and later with GMC Truck and Coach Division when he moved to Charlotte in 1955. He was active in his community, a reliable presence at Rotary, a leader in volunteering every Thanksgiving at the Carousel Parade, and very active in his church, Resurrection Lutheran, for many years. Ronnie had many friends in the card room and on the golf course at Myers Park Country Club. He played golf through his mid eighties.

He is survived by his three children, Jennifer Miller Currie and her husband, Greg of Charlotte, Joanne Miller Mobley of Charlotte, and Ron Miller Jr. and his wife, Theresa of Greensboro; His six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren brought him great joy and always put a smile on his face. Ronnie is also survived by his dear and devoted friend, Betty Edwards.

A private graveside service is planned for the family.

A very special thank you to the nurses and staff at Brookdale Carriage Club Assisted Living and Hospice for their care and kindness.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Resurrection Lutheran Church, 2940 Commonwealth Avenue Charlotte, NC 28205 or Hospice and Palliative Care Charlotte Region, PO Box 470408, Charlotte, NC 28247.

Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204; (704) 641-7606. Online condolences can be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.

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  • Penn Cassels

    Ronnie was a great and caring person. He always had a smile and positive attitude. He and I attempted to play golf until three years ago. I greatly appreciate his patience as we worked our way through nine holes.

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  • Penn Cassels

    Ronnie was a great guy and always had a smile and positive attitude. He and I would attempt to play golf up three years ago and I am thankful for his patience.

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  • Bailey Barnett

    I have so loved getting to know Ronnie later in his life. He brought much joy and love to my neighbor Betty E. We had fun sitting on her porch with friends and family listening to old stories. I will never forget the night of Betty's 90th birthday watching Betty and Ronnie crawl into a Hummer limo. It was hilarious ! I will have fun memories of Ronnie !

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  • Martin Bolick

    I pray the Lord's blessings upon you all. Whenever I would ask Ronnie how he was, his reply was the same regardless of whatever his circumstance. "I'm doing fantastic". He and Mary Francis were always a blessing.

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