David Michael Miller

David Michael Miller, age 72, Delaware, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024, in a nursing home facility. Born on December 4, 1952, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, David was the beloved son of the late Orrin and Glenna Miller. David’s life was marked by his unwavering love for family, his dedication to his career, and his commitment to helping others. He earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame and a master’s degree from the University of Texas. David worked as a marketing manager in the cable industry for 40 years. On August 21, 1982, David married, the love of his life, Sharon Austerman (Sylvia) in Wausau, Wisconsin. Together, they built a life of love, adventure, and cherished memories. David was a man of faith attending St. Joan Of Arc Catholic Church in Powell, Ohio and St. Mary Church in Delaware, Ohio. He devoted his time to causes close to his heart including Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Wisconsin Special Olympics. David found joy in gardening, fishing, and hunting. Known for his kindness and generosity, he was always ready to lend a helping hand. He was preceded in death by his parents, Orrin and Glenna Miller. David is survived by his loving wife, Sharon R Miller of Delaware, Ohio. His stepchildren, Gregory Austerman (Libby) of Plain City, Ohio; Michael Morgan of San Diego, CA; Gwendolyn Maurer (Ray) of Sarasota, FL; and Dana Wilking (Jon) of Powell, Ohio. He is also survived by his sister, Sharon Terry (Fred) of Janesville, WI and his brother, Daniel Miller of Santee, California. 5 Grandchildren: Andrew Maurer (Shannon); Stacee Hill (Corey); Hannah Cottrill (Joel); Jonathan Flees and Benjamin Flees. 7 Great Grandchildren: Parker and Kennedy Maurer; Vincent and Winston Hill; Jenna, James and Jensen Cottrill. Visitation will be held from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm Sunday, December 15, 2024 at RUTHERFORD FUNERAL HOME AT POWELL, 450 West Olentangy Street, Powell, Ohio 43065 with Prayer Service at 4:30 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at 10:30 am Monday, December 16, 2024 at St. Mary Catholic Church, 82 East Williams Street, Delaware, Ohio 43015. David’s legacy of kindness, dedication, and love will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

David Michael Miller

December 4, 1952 - December 7, 2024