Lloyd Marvin Miller
November 14, 2018
Lloyd Marvin Miller was born in Osgood, IA to Ernest Dale Miller and Helen Eloise Farmer on September 14, 1930. He graduated from Rodman High School in 1948. He grew up on the farm and carried his love for the land throughout his life even though he left the farm in 1952. At that time, he went on to serve in the United States Army until 1954.
Lloyd attended Mankato Commercial College in Mankato, Minnesota following his return from service. Upon completion of school he went to work for Wilson Meat Packing Company in the accounting department. He worked there in various positions for thirty years.
Lloyd married Lavonne C. Halstead on August 12, 1956 in Emmetsburg, Iowa. They lived in several places during their marriage including Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Cherokee, Iowa, Monmouth, Illinois, and West Des Moines, Iowa.
Following his retirement from Wilson’s he went to work for Greyhound Bus Company in the accounting department and then the City of West Des Moines before he completely retired.
During his retirement Lloyd enjoyed living in the country, keeping his yard well-trimmed, watching the birds and deer, walking among the many trees and attending his grandchildren’s activities. He also worked with wood, making many decorative items including a cradle for each of his five grandchildren.
Lloyd was an active member of Valley United Methodist Church in West Des Moines, holding various offices over the years. He also belonged to the West Des Moines Kiwanis Club for many years and the Des Moines Gyro Club.
Lloyd died Wednesday, November 14, 2018, at UnityPoint Iowa Methodist Medical Center. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Lavonne; three children, Linda Susan (Bryan) Murray of Monmouth, Illinois, Debra Ann (David) Garver of Bessemer, Pennsylvania, Margo Helen (Steven) Bobst of St. Charles, Iowa; five grandchildren, Bailey (James) Phillips, Denise Garver, Katherine (Gregg) Lester, Laurence Bailey, and David Garver; one great-granddaughter, Sawyer Lester; two brothers, John Miller and James Miller; and five sisters, AnnaBelle Hinz, Lavonne Riggert, Jenese Truelsen, Ruth Miller and Mary Peterson; extended family numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be held Sunday, November 18 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, Iowa and the funeral service on Monday, November 19 at 11:00 a.m. at Valley United Methodist Church, 4201 Ashworth Road, West Des Moines, Iowa. Burial will be at Iowa Veterans Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Valley United Methodist Church or to West Des Moines Kiwanis Club.
Jay Sohn
11/19/2018
I'm so very sorry to hear of Lloyd's passing. I so very much looked forward to my visits with Floyd. He was a good friend and had that twinkle in his eye where you could tell he was having fun with you. The world was a much better place for having Lloyd shared with us. .
JAMES VUGTEVEEN
11/17/2018
Betty and I are so sorry for your loss. When the Miller's resided in Monmouth Lloyd and I attempted to play Bridge. I always enjoyed a chuckle when spending time with Lloyd.
Mike & Deb Daugherty
11/16/2018
Lavonne, we are so sorry for your loss. Lloyd was a good neighbor that always stopped for a chat, regardless of what he was doing. Always a great sense of humor. We'll miss him.
Paula Pratt Tomlin
11/16/2018
Linda, So sorry to hear of your loss. I will be thinking of you and your family as you celebrate your Father's life. Paula Pratt Tomlin
Jacqualine Vega
11/16/2018
I may not remember the last conversation I had with Lloyd at church, but I am sure he made me laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.