Robert “Bob” Leon Miller, 70, of Grain Valley, MO passed away on Tuesday, December 27, 2022. Per his wishes, a Private Service with his immediate family will be held.
Bob was born on August 8th, 1952, in Independence, MO. The Son of Carl Leon Miller and Billie Louise (Forkner) Miller. He graduated in 1970 from Grain Valley High School. Bob spent the entirety of his working career in the fire service, which began as a volunteer in high school. In 1989 he joined Central Jackson County Fire Protection District where he was instrumental in developing CJC into a full-time, paid department along with the assumption of Emergency Medical services. After serving the district and its citizens for 21 years, Bob retired at the rank of Deputy Chief. In retirement, Bob enjoyed camping, traveling, and watching his grandchildren play sports. He loved going on road trips and visiting his grandchildren in Las Vegas.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents along with his brother Billy C. Miller all of Oswego, KS. Surviving his passing are his son, Billy Miller of Grain Valley, MO; daughter Brandie (Ray) Collins of Blue Springs, MO; son Charlie (Gabrielle) Miller of Las Vegas, NV. He leaves behind 12 Grandchildren, 7 Great Grandchildren and 4 Adopted Grandchildren.
Rest easy Fireman Bob… you will be missed!
Obituary submitted by family.
Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Grain Valley, MO 816-847-4441
Debra Whisler
29 Dec 2022Amazing gentleman
Chris & Chayo Reed
29 Dec 2022So very sorry for this loss, He will be missed by many. RIP Fireman Bob !!!
Ben Chlapek
1 Feb 2023Brandie and Ray, I’m so sorry for the loss of Bob. He always had a smile and something funny to say and took a ribbing better than anyone. May the Lord bring you peace and comfort with the fond memories of a wonderful man. God bless you.