- Date Of Birth: June 11, 1941
- Date Of Death: July 6, 2018
- State: New Mexico
William C. Miller Jr. 77, of Rodeo New Mexico, passed away in his sleep Friday, July 6, 2018, at his residence near Rodeo, New Mexico.
Bill was born June 11, 1941, in Douglas Arizona to William and Adeline (Reid) Miller and grew up on his family’s ranch. Working alongside his father he learned the family trade to become a cattleman.
Bill married Carrol Ann Miller on June 11th, 1961, raised their son Chet, and enjoyed a wonderful 57 years of life together.
He worked at El Paso Natural gas for 13 years in El Paso, TX before returning with his family to the Rodeo, NM area to help his parents with the family ranch. During his time in the valley, Bill became active in helping his community. He served as a board member and president of the board for Valley Telephone, on the board of Western Bank, served as a board member and president of the Malpai Borderlands group, and served on the board of Columbus Electric Co-op until his passing. Bill had an inquisitive mind and a love of work. He had a great love for family, animals, and the land he worked for. Bill enjoyed people and many people enjoyed his companionship. He would entertain and educate friends and family with a generous spirit and an easy sense of humor.
Bill is preceded in death by his brother; Robert J. Miller on February 12th, 1962, his father; William Sr. on November 10, 2002, and his mother; Adeline G. Miller on March 8th, 2018.
William C. Miller is survived by his wife Carrol Ann, son, William C. Miller III (Chet), and granddaughter Amanda F. Miller.
