Mr. Michael Miller

Shared a special love with his “adopted” family

PROSPECT - It is with profound sorrow and broken hearts that the adopted family of Michael “Mike” Miller, age 69, of Prospect, announce his unexpected passing on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at St. Mary’s Hospital.  

Michael was born on June 22, 1954, in Waterbury, son of the late William C. and Helen (Hart) Miller and was a graduate of Wilby High School in Waterbury. Mike went on to work as a Supervisor for over 30 years and had since retired from Pratt & Whitney. He was a devoted friend, neighbor, uncle, and mentor who was full of support and love. Mike took great pride in spending time with his great niece and nephew along with going to their sports games. He shared a special love for country music, animals, and recently began baking delicious treats. Mike will be deeply missed by all those who were blessed to love and know him. 

Left to honor his legacy and cherish his memories are his adopted family, Anna and Glenn Decarolis, Amanda and Eric Harrison, James Decarolis and his partner Alexa Gorman, Brandon and Amber Decarolis, David Decarolis, along with great niece and nephew, Lily and Dean Harrison, his dog and loyal companion Sydney, sister, Ann Miller, sister-in-law, Alice Miller, along with many other nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Mike was predeceased by his brother, William Miller. 

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Mike’s family on Thursday, April 18, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Casey’s Eastside Memorial Funeral and Cremation Care, 1987 East Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06705. Burial will be held privately at the convenience of his family. To honor Mike’s memory and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Vincent DePaul Mission of Waterbury at https://www.svdpmission.org/general-donation which would be greatly appreciated by his family. 

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