Marshall Miller

Marshall E. Miller

Marshall Emerson Buck or Doc Miller, our beloved uncle, departed this life on Monday, January 21, 2013, at the age of 99 years at Mission Arch Care Center in Roswell, New Mexico.

Marshall was born June 25, 1913 to Sarah Elizabeth Pritchett and Albert George Miller in Benbrook, Texas.

Marshall was a World War II Army veteran. He earned a Purple Heart after being wounded in the Battle of Normandy, and a Bronze Star for meritorious service in Tokyo, Japan.

Marshall spent his childhood in Texas, and then moved to New Mexico as an adult where he lived happily the rest of his long life. He worked as a windmill repairman on various ranches in the area and shared delightful stories of his adventures as he traveled throughout the state. He enjoyed reading, and drinking coffee with anyone who happened to drop by, often winning Penny Poker games with his visitors. He had a way with animals and could train anything from horses to dogs.

Marshall is predeceased by his parents, four brothers, and two sisters.

He is survived by his sister, Odell Jones of Haltom City, Texas Nieces and nephews: Denise Jones, George Miller Jerri, Preston Dobbs Ann, Charlene Bennett, Vera Armstrong, Betty Naal Manuel, Virginia Tanner Russell, and extended family.

Graveside services are scheduled for 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 26, 2013, at South Park Cemetery in Roswell, New Mexico.

Family would like to thank the staff at Mission Arch Care Center, Roswell, New Mexico.

Special thanks to Ballard Funeral Home for their kind assistance with arrangements.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory. An online registry can be accessed at www.ballardfuneralhome.com

Visitation

Ballard Funeral Home
910 S. Main
Roswell, NM  88203
Friday, January 25, 2013
1:00 to 7:00 pm

Service

Graveside

South Park Cemetery
3101 S. Main St.
Roswell, NM  88203
Saturday, January 26, 2013
10:00 am

Cemetery

South Park Cemetery
3101 S. Main St.
Roswell, NM  88203