Bruce Lynn Miller (68) of Beecher City

Bruce Lynn Miller, 68, of Beecher City, IL passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2022, at home, with loved ones by his side.

Bruce was born on August 17, 1954, in Shelbyville, the son of Robert Wayne and Audrey Ellen (Miller) Miller. He was a 1972 graduate of Beecher City High School. Bruce and Sandra J. Stevens were married on October 21, 1978 and were blessed with 43 years of marriage. Bruce worked as a machine operator at Caterpillar for 38 years before retiring to enjoy more time with loved ones. He was deeply devoted to family, he was a caring and nurturing husband, father and grandfather who had many hobbies including hunting, fishing and music. Bruce was a gifted musician playing several different instruments. He was a member of the Beecher City Church of Christ.

He leaves behind his loving wife, Sandra of Beecher City; son, Austin (Katie) Miller of Herrick; son-in-law, Justin Wilhour of Effingham; grandchildren: Onna, Graidon, Paylin and Brantly Wilhour of Effingham and Elsie Miller of Herrick; two sisters: Cheryl (Jim) Reed and Janey (Steve) Summers, all of Beecher City and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter, Haley Wilhour.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 14, 2022, in Lockart-Green Funeral Home in Beecher City with Pastor Dennis Warner officiating. Burial will take place in Mount Moriah Cemetery in rural Altamont. Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 13, 2022 in Lockart-Green Funeral Home in Beecher City. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, American Lung Association or Prostate Cancer Foundation. Family and friends are invited to light a candle or share a story by clicking here.