Richard Norman Miller
July 10, 1943 - January 24, 2024 Lake Elsinore, CA
Richard Norman Miller, born July 10, 1943 to Thomas Ivan Miller and Doris Kalyce Miller in the city of San Bernardino, CA, passed away on January 24, 2024.
Richard was a graduate of Pacific High School and studied engineering in college. He retired from GE Aviation in Ontario in 2001. Last residence was in Lake Elsinore, CA.
Richard leaves behind 5 children, Angela, Nicollette, Stephanie, Eric, and Jeffrey, 1 stepdaughter, Dee Dee, and 3 grandchildren, Heather, Joshua, and Jade. He was predeceased by his stepson, Michael.
Richard enjoyed many hobbies, including building model trains and control line airplanes, bicycle riding, camping, traveling, and square dancing. As a boy, Richard built and raced soap box derby cars, and, as an adult he modified a VW and drag-raced it. He enjoyed car races, especially Indy Car, and was fortunate to have the opportunity to drive an Indy Car at the Fontana Speedway.
A talented craftsman, Richard volunteered doing basic car maintenance and repair for seniors and people in need. He also traveled to Mexico and Haiti on mission trips, using his skills to assist others.
A private memorial service will be held by family and friends. Interment will be at Montecito Memorial Park.
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