Eddie Miller , 74, passed from this life on the morning of September 6th following a courageous five-month battle with pancreatic cancer.  He was born on November 2, 1937 in Houston, Texas.  After graduating from Joaquin High School in 1956, Eddie proudly served in the Army while stationed in New Jersey.  He moved back to Joaquin following his service, and in 1959, he met the love of his life, Jeanne Caroline Parrish.  They were married on April 9th, 1960 and after 52 years, were still deeply in love.  They were blessed with three sons whom Eddie loved deeply.  He retired from Chevron in 1999 and later contracted with British Petroleum until 2009.  He served on the Joaquin I.S.D. school board for nine years and was president for several years.

Everyone who knew Eddie remembers the sparkle in his eyes and the smile on his face.  He will be missed for many things, among them his sense of humor and ready laughter, his ability to live every day to the fullest, and his pride in and love for his family, his friends, and his God.  He was a member of Jackson Baptist Church where he served as song leader for many years. He loved singing for his church family and particularly enjoyed having the youth participate in his song service.

Eddie is survived by his wife, Jeanne; son, Larry Miller and wife Edie of Center TX, son, Dr. Jason Miller and wife Donnette of Frisco TX, son, Dr. Kevin Miller and wife Dr. Mary Ana Miller of Austin TX; grandchildren, Ryan Miller and wife Kristen, Parrish Miller, AnaLynn Miller, Slade Miller, Jennafer Farnham and husband Chris, and Mandy Wead; and great granddaughter, Presley Miller.  He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Angela Caroline Miller, and his parents, Doyle and Ida Miller.

Eddie's family would like to thank Austin Hospice and Christopher House for their help and support during his final days.

Pallbearers will be Bill Irish, Harold Irish, Wayne Swan, Chris Farnham, Ryan Miller, and Parrish Miller.  Honorary Pallbearers are the Joaquin High School class of 1956, members of Jackson Baptist Church, Doug Smith and Ernest Claybrook.

Visitation will be held at Watson and Sons Funeral Home on Saturday, September 8th from 6 to 8 pm.  A service celebrating Eddie's life will be held at Watson and Sons Funeral Home on Sunday, September 9th at 4 pm.  Brother David Long and Brother Luke Garrett will be officiating the ceremony. Graveside service will follow at Ramah Cemetery.