Bruce Edward Miller passed away on October , 11, 2017 at the Medical Center in Colstrip, Montana. Bruce was born July 26, 1947 to Edward Miller and Lucille Norton Miller in Belleville IL and raised in Tilden. Bruce and his first wife, Olga (Yogi) Martin were blessed with two sons, Bruce and Ryan. He later then met the love of his life, Cynthia Watson. They married on December 10, 1991, joining their families with her three children.
Bruce attended Sparta Public High School, he graduated in 1965. Later he joined the Navy in 1966 and was discharged in 1970. He then started work at the Illinois Power Company in Baldwin as an electrician, in 1982 he moved to Montana and started work in Colstrip at the Montana Power Company in Colstrip, Montana until he retired in 2008. Then he worked as the owner of an apartment complex until the time of his death.
Bruce enjoyed the outdoors. He really enjoyed snowmobiling, fishing and camping. He always looked forward to the pack hunting trips he shared with his buddies, sons and grandson. He was a St. Louis Cardinals fanatic and a former president and a committed member of IBEW Local 1638. Above all, he loved spending time with his grandchildren and supporting them in all of the activities they participated in.
Bruce is survived by his wife Cynthia; his sons Bruce (Jennifer), Ryan (Tasha), Charlie (Laken), his daughters Christa (Billy), and Mindy (Mark); His beloved grandchildren Cameron (Kelsie), Cassie, Brandon, Cherish (Tyler), Cody, Celina, Mya, Rachel, Alicia, Ty, Tamryn, Aubrey; his great-grandson Hunter; his sister Brenda (Larry), his brother Mark, and numerous nephews and nieces.
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Harry and Diana Goodwin says
Sending prayers to the family for comfort.
Donnie & Paula Peplow says
Thinking of you all in your time of sorrow.
Bob & Mary Ann Whitehead says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Tom and Robin Shahan says
Sorry to hear this! Our thoughts and prayers to the family!
Linda says
So Sorry to hear about Bruce. We had such a good visit with you guys this summer in the Bighorns. May his memories live on with you. Our thoughts and prayers are with at this difficult time.
Bob & Linda Miars
Gunnare's says
All of the Gunnare family was saddened to hear the news on Bruce. We will miss him deeply at the Ranger alumni baseball games. He always made it a point to ask how we were doing, and he was always Ryan’s number one fan 🙂 We are thinking of all of you!
Patti Crosby says
Cindy & family, was shocked to hear this. Am so sorry for your loss!
Prayers
Doug and Debbie says
To Cindy, Ryan, Mindy and all the family, we are so sorry for your loss. Bruce was a nice guy and always enjoyed talking to him. Thoughts and prayers to all of you!
Carol Fleming-Stops says
I was sadden to hear of Bruce’s passing. I enjoyed talking with him at the plant and when I ran into him around town. My condolences to his family. May your memories bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Patty VanAsh says
Cindy and family: We’re so very sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers.
Helen Shaw says
Thinking of all of you! He sure Loves his family. You are all in our prayers
Kathy Pimley says
Praying for all of you in your time of great loss. Bruce was a great guy
Bob and Nancy Reid says
Saddened to hear of Bruce passing. Condolences to Bruce’s Montana family and his Illinois family.
Lu Shomate & Dave Hensel says
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Bruce was a character, always had time to share a moment of his time. He will be missed deeply. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Shirley Sommerfeld says
My heart hurts for your loss , I am keeping all y’all in my prayers and sending Hugs to your family, Your father Bruce will be truly missed Ryan & Tasha and your whole family.
Steve & Sandy Perusich says
We send our deepest sympathies to you all for your loss. We pray for God to give fond memories to help heal the pain and know that Bruce will watch over you.
Joe and Grace Josserand says
We are so sorry for your loss. Bruce was a wonderful man and always had the time of day to speak to one when he saw you down town. He will surely be missed. Our prayers are with the family.
Beverly Stiller and Family says
Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Bruce was a great landlord and spent time figuring out how to help us stay safe & sound. He was good at visiting and always had a good story. We are thankful to have known him. Love to you all!
Jolene & Kurt says
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Bruce always made time to say hello and visit with everyone; such a big part of our community and his family. May God keep you all in his loving arms and fill your hearts with cherished memories.
Walt Donges says
Deepest condolences for your loss. Bruce was a passonate in his work and responsibilities, he had my respect and friendship. I will miss his smile and laughter.
Doran and Sandy Hewitt says
Sincerely sorry for your loss Cindy and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Aubri says
I’m sorry to hear this. What a great family he had. I don’t know him well, but know he must be pretty great because of you guys. Praying the Lord of Comfort is with you all.
irvin farr says
Bruce was always likeable and found time to b,s, with a person. Quite sure him and my older brother will have alot to talk about in their after lifes.
Terry Angell says
we are so sorry for your loss. Bruce was a fun person to be around. Great laugh………Peace my friend.
Terry Miller Schuetz says
My heart goes out to Bruce and Ryan and the families. Bruce was a very lovable person and always liked to talk. He loved hunting and his sports. You are in my prayers.
Bill and Laurie Neumiller and family says
Prayers for comfort during this sad time. Thinking about all of you… May memories of Bruce bring you joy♡
Dale & Cheri DeCock says
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Donna and Lawrence McCulloch says
Prayers for your peace and comfort, we were so,sorry to hear that Bruce had passed.
Willowa Heppner Ankeny says
Willowa and family
Cindy, Ryan and the rest of the family so sorry to hear of the loss of a great man. I am so glad I ran into him at Walmart an we visited. Our heart breaks for you all, sending you hugs, love and prayers.
Wayne and LaRae Koski says
Bruce,
I found out through a friend that your Dad had passed away.
LaRae and I are praying for you and Jennifer and your whole family.
May GOD Bless you and comfort you, during your time of grief.
Psalm 116:15 KJV — Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.
Brenda Bialorucki says
Sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. Enjoyed visiting and catching up on news whenever we ran into each other. Thoughts and prayers to all of the family.
Annette DeLattre says
I am so sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. I have so many fond memories of him, he was a great guy. Sending my love and prayers for all of you during this difficult time.
Vicki Pantoja says
Cindy and family. So very sorry to hear about Bruce. He will truly be missed by not only myself but the whole community of Colstrip. My prayers go out to you. Big hugs!! Again I am so sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing!
Peggy ( Edwards) Berkbuegler says
So sorry to hear about your loss. He was a great guy. I knew Bruce threw being friends with Brenda when we we kids.
Hull family says
Prayers are with you all. Brian sure enjoyed talking guns with Bruce,he also enjoyed all the stories he told about his dad Ken. Sorry for you loss.
cathi sopher and family says
Cindy and family’
sorry to hear the loss of Bruce, he was a great man, friend and union brother to Randy; I am sure there was a BIG Union reunion the day he arrived with his other brothers who went before him, met with love and open arms, he will be missed by all, sorry for your loss, hugs cathi,and family,
Penni Berg says
We are sorry to hear that Bruce passed away, he was one of a kind and Unforgettable. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Penni Berg, Travis & Tracie
Patti Kroll says
Sorry to hear about Bruce. I enjoyed working with him. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Hang on to your funny memories , as I am sure he would want you to. God bless you.
Lyon family says
Cindy, Ryan & Tasha, Bruce & Jennifer, Mindy & Mark..my heart breaks for you and all of your family. No one is ever prepared for a sudden loss of a loved one. There are no words of comfort that really helps lessen the sorrow. Just know I along with many other friends are keeping you in our thoughts & prayers! Bruce was very kind & loving and he will be missed by many. Colstrip has lost a wonderful man. May God bless and keep you all in His tender loving care! Hugs, love and prayers my friends! Bo Lyon
Patty and Russ Dunn says
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We enjoyed Bruce’s stories, his laughter and his always ready smile.
Russ and Darla Davidson says
what a class man! devoted to his family and loved his sports….Cheer on the Fillies fast pitch this spring
Jeff and Linda Hamilton says
Sending prayers of comfort. He will be missed by many.
DALE KISON AND JOANN KOFFORD says
Sorry for your family….Bruce will be missed..he was bigger than life… I am glad he is no longer hurting but able to run in Heaven.
Jeannette Barreto says
I’m very sorry for your loss. May God give you comfort in this time.
Richard Hofacker says
Greatly saddened by Bruce’s death. He was always a joy to visit and back in the day I learned craftmanship working with him. Our condolences to his family.
Kelly (Cartwright) and Sam Handley says
Dear Cindy, We are so sorry to hear about your loss. I sure enjoyed meeting him this summer, you both looked so happy. You and the family are all in our thoughts and prayers! Hugs, my friend!!
George, Julie, & Quade says
Cindy and families, Ryan and family… just know we are thinking of you and are so sorry for your loss. Praying that you find comfort in a million great stories you have to cherish! He lives in your hearts, and in his children and grandchildren. God bless.
Calvin and Roxie Wilson says
So sorry for your loss, sending prayers your way
Buggs and Loni Hartman says
Cindy and family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Buggs will miss his poker playing with Bruce. They had such good times playing together. Bruce always put a smile on my face. He just cracked me up. God bless you all during this very sad time.
Dave and Mary Jensen says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Cherish the wonderful memories you have.
Codi and V says
We are sending our prayers and thoughts for your family. We hold you dearly in our hearts at this time.
Sharon and Del Dinstel says
Cindy and Family —
Bruce was a very generous, kind man that always gave to others. Whatever he had, he was willing to share. We always enjoyed seeing and visiting with you and Bruce at different events throughout the state. He’d always greet us with a Big Smile. We are sure going to miss that guy. Prayers.
Liz and Wayne and family says
I am sorry for your loss. Bruce was a good landlord, he was always smiling and joking. All through the years and many volleyball games later, he always took the time to say hi or see how things were going. I will always remember him as a kind and smiling person, who loved his family.
Our prayers are for you, his family.
John & Bert Myrstol says
Cindy & family, So sorry for your loss, Bruce had a great sense of humor & was one of a kind.
Wendy & Jeff Acton says
Cindy and Family, so sorry for your loss. We will miss seeing Bruce around town and at the many banquets you have both attended.
Jackson Craig says
Prayers to you, Cindy and your family, as comfort in strength of the family around you all during this loss. Total sympathy during this time, but prayers goes beyond to increase and encourage the inner strength and faith each one of you have that can be expand on precious memories and moments that will be there always ahead.
Ben Lewis says
We are very sorry to hear of Bruce passing… God be with his family.
Sue (Dockery) Morrison says
Went to Sparta High School with Bruce. He never met a stranger., always smiling. So sorry for your loss
Janelle Beartusk says
I’m so very sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. He was always so friendly and willing to help a person out. I will miss his smile, laughter and good conversation. May the good Lord bless you and ease your pain during this difficult time. Journey well, Bruce.
Maggie Nickisch Shannon says
CIndy, There arn’t enough words to say how sorry I am for your loss. Know that God can be your strenth in your time of need. My heart is heavy for you. My 8thoughts and prayers with you always. Love you,
Tricia, Steve and Wil Stuart says
Uncle Bruce – We will always treasure the memories of your laughter, generous spirit, kind heart and wisdom. Always in our hearts.