James R. Miller

October 21, 1945 - February 8, 2021

James Roy Miller, age 75, of West Mountain Drive in Spruce Pine, passed away on Monday, February 8, 2021 at his home. Born on October 21, 1945 in McDowell County, he was the son of the late Harry Lee and Mary Lee Love Miller. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brothers; Robert Miller and Harry L. Miller, Jr. James was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of the Bear Creek Baptist Church where he was a Sunday School teacher and directed the congregational singing. He was known as a man with great knowledge of the Bible and also had great knowledge of the book of Revelation. James loved singing and loved the Lord. He enjoyed taking fishing trips to Montana. He also loved his wife Rosa and his grandchildren. He loved classic cars and was the owner of ‘Wild and Blue’. Left to cherish his memories are his wife; Rosa L. Miller of the home; his son; Paul Miller and wife, Hope of Spruce Pine; his grandson; Cody Miller and wife, Shaylee of Marion; his granddaughter; Portia Miller of Spruce Pine; several nieces and nephews. A time to support the family, share memories, and receive friends will be on Friday, February 12, 2021 from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm at Bear Creek Baptist Church. The funeral service will be on Friday, February 12, 2021 at 2:00 pm at Bear Creek Baptist Church with the Rev’s. Bruce Cannon and Chris Rathbone officiating. Entombment will be in the Bear Creek Baptist Church Mausoleum. Flowers will be accepted and appreciated. The family would like to extend a special ‘Thank You’ to Rev. Bruce Cannon and the Bear Creek Baptist Church for their prayers, love, and support during James’ illness. Due to the current COVID-19 regulations, our staff is committed to taking care of our guests and families that we serve. Please understand we will be following the State’s COVID guidelines. We also ask all guests and family members attending the visitation and service to please bring and wear a mask at all times and maintain social distancing. Words of comfort may be e-mailed to the family by going to our website; www.webbfh.com, selecting James Miller’s name and then you may sign his guestbook. Webb Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements for Mr. Miller and is honored to be serving the Miller family. Mr. Miller’s obituary has also been posted on Facebook for viewing.