A Korean War veteran, he published his memoirs of his time in the Army entitled Non-Combatant. He was employed at GTE Sylvania in Seneca Falls, NY for many years. Richard enjoyed spending time with his family from vacations to backyard barbeques. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Richard was also a die-hard Syracuse University Basketball fan.
Richard was predeceased by his wife Vivian Miller, his parents Ruth Havens and Thomas Miller, daughter Elaine Lamphier and brother James Weber. He is survived by his son Randy (Susan) Miller, grandchildren Brian (Jennifer) Miller, Kimberly Miller and Nicole (Austin) Brutcher, three great grandchildren and various nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held on Monday, November 28th from 4 to 6pm at Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, Skaneateles.
Funeral service will be on Tuesday, November 29th at 10:30 am at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to The Centers at St. Camillus. The donation link is www.st-camillus.org . To send condolences, visit robertgrayfuneralhome.com.
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