Ronald Lee Miller

Miller, Ronald L., age 89, of Waterford, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2017. Ronald was born in Burlington, WI on March 6, 1928 to Warren and Otelia (nee. Johnson) Miller. He graduated from the Ag School in Rochester in 1946. Ronald married the love of his life Betty Lou Mehlhaff on February 18, 1956 at the Hales Corners Community Church. Ronald worked for Payne & Dolan for 44 years in road construction, rising to Foreman and then Supervisor of Grading, Buyer of Equipment & Manager of the Lannon Repair Shop. He and Betty have lived in their home for the past 55 years, where they raised their children, frequently entertained guests and family, and recently celebrated their 61st Anniversary together. Ronald was a devoted member of Calvary Evangelical Free Church in Muskego. He loved woodworking, making intricate wooden items, including spinning wheels, which he never sold but gave as gifts to family and friends. He was also a private pilot, owned two different planes, and enjoyed flying for 3 decades. Above all, his greatest enjoyment was spending time with his family.
Ronald is survived by his loving wife Betty; two sons: Randy (Diane) and Warren; two grandchildren: Steven (Saleh) and Daniel (Emily); one great granddaughter: Aria.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
A Memorial Gathering will be held on Thursday March 23, 2017 from 9-10:45 AM at Calvary Evangelical Free Church, W182S8470 Racine Ave, Muskego, WI 53150. The Memorial Service will begin at 11:00 AM. In lieu of floral expressions of sympathy Ronald’s family suggest memorials to “Calvary Evangelical Free Church” or “Gideon International".

Mealy Funeral Home
225 W Main St
Waterford, WI 53185
(262)534-2233