It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the passing of David (Jim) James Miller, who passed away peacefully with family in Brooks, Alberta on Tuesday, February 12, 2019.
Jim was born in Regina, Saskatchewan on July 24, 1945, and most recently resided on his beloved acreage in Iddesleigh, Alberta. Jim was raised and attended school in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. He attended SAIT in Calgary, achieving his Journeyman Electrician Certificate. For over 50 years, Jim loved his work throughout Saskatchewan and Alberta in the industrial, commercial, and residential electrical trade. His true passions were gardening; his beloved horses, dogs and cats; attending his acreage; and watching his favourite hockey teams.
He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years – Deana Miller, his sons Ryan Miller (Tanya), Shaun Miller; Step-Daughters Michelle Seltenrich (Sean) and Laura Trumbley (Terry); grandchildren Mikayla, Emily, Jade, James, Hannah, Hunter, Kaylee, Duncan, Devyn and Andrea; sisters Margret Fischer, Jean Barber, Pat Kaip; Brother-in-law Robert Dunlop; along with many extended family and friends. He was predeceased by parents George and Bessi Miller, brothers William and Ken; sister Edith; and brothers-in-law Ken, Murrell, Wilf, August and Jim; and sisters-in-law Donna and Anne.
Private funeral services will be held at a later date in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. In memory of Jim, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Medicine Hat SPCA. For further information, to leave a message of sympathy or to light a candle in memory of Jim, please visit www.thomsfuneralhome.com or call (403) 501-1010.