Jerry Wilson Miller Obituary

Jerry Wilson Miller attended Moon High School in Moon Township, PA. View the obituary, post a memory, or share a photo about Jerry Wilson Miller.

Graduation Year	Class of 1966
Date of Passing	Aug 28, 2022
About	Jerry Wilson Miller, dedicated husband, father, grandfather and friend passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 28, 2022, at the age of 73. Jerry was born to Wilson and Florence Miller in Sewickley, PA on November 26, 1948. He graduated from Moon High School, and enlisted into the United States Marine Corps in 1966. During his service in the Vietnam War, he was wounded three times and received three Purple Hearts, along with multiple other service awards and medals. Jerry was always incredibly proud to have served his country. Afterwhich, he attended College at the Pittsburgh Bible College. Jerry was blessed with a large and loving family. Jerry had three children when he met his wife, Tambra, in 1988, she had two children, Kimberly and Michael. Jerry and Tambra married on March 15, 1990 and soon after welcomed their first child, Tambra Moriah-Ann. In short work, they had five more, Crystal, Sarah, Joseph, Jered and Zachariah. In 2018, they adopted baby Ryder, the family grew to 13 children. In 1971, Jerry met and married his first wife, Patricia, that marriage produced one son, Jeremiah and two daughters, Jessica and Jamie. During Jerry’s time in Vietnam, Jerry had a son, Steven Craig, that he learned of later in life. After his military service, Jerry found he had a great discernment and natural ability to spiritually guide, which led him to become a pastor. He studied for the ministry at the Pittsburgh Bible College, then went on to become a Pastor for Chuck Smith with Calvery Chapel. Jerry had a deep love for the Word of God. Jerry loved talking to everyone and sharing his passions such as his love for Jesus. One of his favorite trips was to Israel, to be able to walk where Jesus walked. Jerry has left many meaningful and happy memories for those who knew and loved him that will last their lifetimes. After retiring from the ministry, Jerry was a structural steel welder for his career, he owned his own companies. He spent his later years bonding with his veteran friends, Larry Young, Mike Pope, Tom Bolland and Tom Murray. Jerry and his wife, Tambra, fostered over 49 children that became part of their family. Jerry will be sorely missed and forever remembered. He had a great sense of humor and he had many stories to tell of his adventurous life that will live on in infamy. He will be missed especially by his 27 grandchildren, with whom he spent countless hours swinging and stroller pushing, chasing, boating, swimming and numerous other activities. Jerry was a family man first, but also a huge fan of all Pittsburgh sports - especially the Steelers. He was also a huge fan of golfing. In addition to his parents, Jerry was predeceased by his sister, Dawn Reeves and grandson, Anthony Harper Jr. Jerry is survived by his beloved wife, Tambra of over 32 years; children, Jeremiah (son) and wife, Kelly Miller; Jessica Miller (daughter); Jamie (daughter) and husband, Andy Troxel, three children; Kimberly (stepdaughter) and husband, Steve Ledesma, four children; Michael (stepson) and wife, Valerie Almond, two children; Tambra Moriah-Ann Miller (daughter), three children; Crystal Miller (daughter), four children; Sarah Miller (daughter), two children; Joseph Miller (son), two children; Jered Miller (son); Zachariah (son) and wife, Jillian Miller, three children; Ryder Miller (son); Steven Craig (son), four children; Angelina Miller-Dressel (granddaughter) Oktavia Rosa Miller (granddaughter), who Jerry raised; mother-in-law, Ann Miller; sister, Hellen and husband, Barry Miller; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members. Jerry was an amazing man who led an extraordinary life. He will always be remembered with much love by his heartbroken wife, Tambra Miller. The family would like to thank the Pinal County Sheriff, the staff at Banner Casa Grande, J. Warren Funeral Services and the Coolidge DAV for their compassionate efforts of caring for Jerry. They’d also like to thank all of our family and friends for their support and prayers, specifically those who spent time with Jerry prior to his passing and made him feel very loved. Funeral Services will be Friday, September 9, 10:00 a.m. (with visitation starting one hour prior) at J.Warren Funeral Services, Cole & Maud The Gardens Chapel, 525 N. Peart Road, Casa Grande, Arizona. Military Honors will be provided by the U.S. Marine Corps Honor Guard Arizona.