John T. ‘Jack’ Miller

Resided in Rapid River, MI
Died October 16, 2021

John T. “Jack” Miller, 89, of Rapid River passed away October 16, 2021, only a short time after being diagnosed with leukemia. Jack passed at home with his wife, Jean, and family members by his side.

Jack was born on May 26, 1932 to John S. and Vivian (Thibault) Miller.

Jack married Jean (Boyer) August 4, 1956. Together they celebrated 65 years of marriage this year. They raised 5 children, Jon (Karen) Miller, JoJean (Larry Sundling) Miller, Joanne (Donald) Bougie, Jim (Debbie) Miller, and Jeff (Toni) Miller.

Jack and Jean also had the privilege of helping to raise their eldest granddaughter, Jessica (Adam) Schroeder.

Jack and his wife were also blessed with 10 other grandchildren and 2 great grandsons, Alec and Josie Miller, Tessa and Nathan Sundling, Stewart, Ben and Ellie Miller, Marty Bougie, Kendyl and Levi Miller, and AJ and Cale Schroeder.

Also surviving Jack are his brother Richard Miller, his sister Mary Decremer and their children.

Jack will be remembered for his many years of owning and operating Jack’s Restaurant in Rapid River where he became a local icon touching many lives of both his patrons and the help he hired. However one of his greatest accomplishments was being a husband, dad, grandfather and papa. He will be forever loved and remembered.

In accordance with Jack’s wishes, there will be no funeral services at this time. Instead the family will do a private scattering of ashes, but the family does appreciate your love and support during this difficult time.

The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Miller family.

17 Tributes for “John T. ‘Jack’ Miller”

    Deepest sympathies to the entire Miller family. Words cannot express the the sadness in my heart. He was beloved to all in the Rapid River community. He will be missed. Love to all his family

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jack was a great guy and will be missed
    Gary and Kathy Maynard

    To the family of Jack Miller,
    It is with great sadness that Pete and I learned about Jack’s passing this morning while we were having breakfast at Jack’s. As I read his obituary we understand that his illness was short.
    A flood of memories are surfacing as I write this tribute. Jack hired me to work when I started going to NMU. I worked every summer until I was married in July of 1970. Jack’s mother, Vivian trained the waitresses and I learned so many things from her.
    Following marrying Pete we enjoyed our Jack’s Restaurant, and remained loyal customers.
    Pete and Jack were Lions /Club members, and Jack was a well thought of community leader.
    We send our deepest sympathy to the entire Miller family. Peace be with you.

    My earliest memory of Jack Miller was of a middle-aged man in swim trunks teaching 4th, 5th & 6th graders the fundamentals of basketball on Saturday mornings during the winter. God did I look forward to those mornings! Jack started up the program and when I think about it, Jack was sort of the godfather of Rapid’s first two and only regional basketball titles; it was Jack’s “kids” who won those two titles.

    Then there was Jack’s generosity; whether it was a Lumber Jack after refereeing one of his Saturday morning basketball games , trips to Packer Lion games or a drink out at the cottage, Jack’s generosity was unequaled. I will miss him.

    I have so many memories of the Miller families. Judge Miller, Jack & Viivian, Jackie & Jeanie & Chrilden. My sincere sympathy in the passing of Jackie.

    To my dear neighbors of many years, I am so sorry to hear of your dads passing. Will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. ❤️

    Jack was a friend of many years, always enjoyed his humor & easy-going ways plus the great food he served for so many years. He will be missed. Condolences go out to his family for this great loss.

    I was hired and worked for Jack for several years until I went away to college. He was a very interesting boss! I learned so much there. I waitressed to help put myself through college.To the Miller family, I am so sorry for your loss.

    My deepest sympathy to son John and the entire family! ” Jack’s Restaurant was a regular stop during Hunting Season. Great food! May Jack Rest in Peace!

    I was saddened to hear of Jack’s passing. My neighbor and for many years as well as a very good customer willing to give a new guy in town a chance to grow his business. I will always be thankful for that chance. What a generous community minded man. He will be missed

    JoJean:

    Was sorry to hear that your dad passed away.
    Please pass along my condolences to Toni and the rest of your family.

    Kathy Collegnon

    I worked at Jacks as a dishwasher. Always enjoyed Jack and his jokes. Also knew Judge and Vivian as we would go to their camp with my Dad and Mom! With my Dad owning the hardware store in Rapid, Jack would often stopped there and visit. My sincere condolences to the Miller family!

    To the Miller Family, I’m sorry for your loss. I do wish that I could have gotten to know the family better. He was an uncle to me as was Jean an aunt. (Robert Patrick Boyer) was my father which was Jean’s brother. I Recently made a trip to Rapid River ( 24 August 2022) and found out at the restaurant that both had passed. I didn’t know where to find family or if I should’ve bothered them as it has been many years since they’ve seen me. My condolences to the Miller family

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