Lloyd Dean Miller, 76, of Paulding, passed away peacefully Friday, January 2, 2015 at Van Wert Manor.
Dean was born in Oceola, Ohio on August 24, 1938, a son of the late Mary Claire (Bohan) and Wesley Miller.
He was a lifetime member of IUOE Local #18 and worked for many years with Fruchey as a crane operator. In the 1960's Dean set missile silos on Johnson Island.
On Aug. 11, 1959 Dean married Donna Boldman.
Dean will be sadly missed by his wife, Donna; sons, Eric (Carrie), Steve (Connie) & Brian (Linda) Miller; daughters, Lorrie Miller & Lisa Kreischer. Dean was also the grandfather of four, Jennifer Minck, Josh Kreischer, Zac Miller & Rachel Walker & great grandfather of Ashton Minck.
His daughter, Theresa, preceded him in death.
Visitation is at Dooley Funeral Home, 202 W. River Street, Antwerp on Tuesday, Jan. 6th, 2 to 4 pm.
Dean received excellent care while at Van Wert Manor. Their staff is to be commended.
Memorials are to Van Wert Hospice or the donor's choice.
Condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.dooleyfuneralhome.com