Robert "Bob" Leroy Miller Sr.
Robert “Bob” Leroy Miller Sr. age 90, of Polo, passed away Saturday evening, August 10, 2024, at the Golden Age Nursing Home in Braymer. Robert was born on April 1, 1934, the son of Daniel Dye and Lottie (Simpson) Miller in Kansas City, KS. He served in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict, stationed in California. He married Laura Morgan in December of 1956, and later was united in marriage to Betty Jordan in December of 1970 until her passing in 1994. Bob was of the RLDS faith. He was active in the Elks Lodge and a member of the American Legion in Excelsior Springs for over 50 years. Bob enjoyed golf cart rides, the Kansas City Chiefs, fishing and spending time outdoors. Robert will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Betty; his parents, Daniel and Lottie Miller; and two brothers, Charles Daniel Miller and Cooley Miller. He is survived by two sons, Robert Leroy Miller, Jr., and Wayne Miller, both of Polo; three grandchildren, Derek Miller (Amber) of Trenton, Chelsi Miller of Trenton, and Kyle Spencer (Karen) of Dawn; five great grandchildren and other extended family members also survive.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Caldwell County Foundation Cancer Assistance in care of the funeral home. Private burial at Crowley Cemetery in Rayville. Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home in Polo. (660) 354-2214. Online guestbook at www.stithfamilyfunerals.com