February 26, 1949 – July 15, 2022
James (Jim) Miller went home to be with Jesus July 15, 2022. He passed at home in the early
morning hours with family by his side. He was born in Pasco, Washington February 26, 1949 to
James and Phyllis Miller. He attended high school in Thompson Falls, MT and graduated in
1968. He then enlisted in the Navy and spent 6 years serving his country before returning home
to California. In 1973 he met JoAnn Silva and in 1976 they married. They were married for 44
years before her passing in 2020. Cloverdale was his home for the last 33 years. He was rarely
seen without a cup of coffee in hand no matter the time of day. He was always out and about
talking and socializing – he’s never met a stranger! He could be spotted in his signature Stetson
hat and cowboy boots, Wrangler jeans and collared shirts. He spent most of his life working in
the lumber industry and truly loved being able to perfect his craft.
He was a man of great talent! He was a phenomenal knife maker, cartoonist, incredible story
teller, and cook. He’s known for his biscuit and gravy served at The Wheel Cafe and
Thanksgiving dinners. He was also an avid fly fisherman and loved taking his grandchildren to
share in the experience.
He is survived by his children Angelina Schneider (Andres Valdez), Mariah (Chris) Love, Capri
(Joe) Schriner, Lynae Miller, and James (Leah) Miller. His grandchildren Rebekah Ricetti,
Cameron Scully, Andrew and Joshua Valdez, Trevor, Nathan and Daniel Love, Cheyenne and
June Schriner, Connor Kalos, Tydon and Rocklyn Miller and one great granddaughter Scarlett
O’Dell. Jim is also survived by his siblings David, Kevin, Jon, Kelly, Kenne, Tom, Zach, Jeffri and
Tim. He was preceded in death by his wife, JoAnn Miller, parents James and Phyllis Miller and
sister Jean Robbins.
In lieu of services, donations can be made to themajestieslove.org in his name.
