Robert Joseph Miller, 63, of Hyannis, Massachusetts passed away, unexpectedly, on April 16, 2019. He was born March 27, 1956 to John and Miriam Miller in Hackensack, New Jersey. He and his five siblings were raised in Upper Saddle River, New Jersey. He later married and raised three children in Midland Park, New Jersey where he also owned and operated a successful plumbing & heating company.
Robert is predeceased by his parents John and Miriam Miller, and survived by partner and friend Amy Anderson, former spouse Christine O'Neill, their children, daughter Erin Ortandl, her husband Matthew and son Edwin of Midland Park; son Michael Miller of Orlando, Florida; son Ian Miller, his fiance Britta Anderson and son Liam Miller of Midland Park; siblings John Miller, Miriam "Bea" Lhotak, Jill Welter; her husband Joseph, Pamela Jordan; her husband Michael Neppl, Jennifer Rafus; her husband David, and several nieces and nephews.
Robert was a skilled and talented boxer. He was a contender in the Golden Gloves Tournament where he placed silver and bronze while still in high school. Unbeknownst to many, Robert was also a poet. He could often be found at a local diner writing words of wisdom and kindness on a yellow legal pad. He enjoyed golfing, running, biking, skiing and napping. He was also an avid reader and writer, a loyal parent and friend. Robert was who he was, and he owned it; Like the rest of us, he didn't always get it right, but he lived a life of integrity, hope and possibility. The truth is, he was so much more than can be described on paper and words will never do his spirit justice. He was, and always will be, a presence.
In keeping with Robert's wishes, no funeral service will be held, however if friends wish to honor his life, you may join the family on Wednesday, April 24, 2019 from 1 - 4 pm at the Ho Ho Kus Inn in Ho Ho Kus, NJ.
