Freeland Kent “Bub” Miller, age 33 of Rachel, WV passed away on Friday, November 5, 2021 at WVU Ruby Memorial Hospital. He was born February 7, 1988 in Morgantown, WV a son of Freeland and Crystal Miller of Mannington.
He is survived by his wife Kaylin Dawn Mick Miller of Rachel; his two children, Hayden Parker Miller and Benelli Rose “Peaches” Miller, both living at home; his faithful companion “Hank”; his sister, Nakell (Bud) Howes of Rachel; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Virgil and Bonnie Mick of Fairmont; a brother-in-law, Kevin (Lisa) Mick of Fairmont; four nieces and nephews, Jade, Tyler, Riley “Rooster” and Phosten; paternal grandparents, Don and Judy Miller; grandmother-in-law, Irma “Granny” Curtis; his uncle Bob Hartzell, uncle John and aunt Nette DeVaul, uncle Rick and aunt Michele Ann Hartzell, uncle Carl and aunt Penny Miller, and his aunt Mert and her family; several special cousins and friends as well as all of his employees, customers and business associates.
Bub was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bob and Patricia Hartzell, and grandparents-in-law, Willie and Betty Mick and Carl Curtis. Bub was a 2006 graduate of North Marion High School and a 2012 graduate of Fairmont State University with a Degree in Business. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and racing his canoe in the Joel McCann Canoe Race. He used his degree to help his father and “learned the ropes” of owning and operating his own business, Miller’s Hardware in 2018. He would always go the extra mile to help his community. His favorite joy in life was his children. He was a Methodist by faith. He has touched so many lives!
The family would like to express their Special Thanks to his work family, Jimmy James, Jodie, Johnny, Jonetta, Joann, Jimmy, Rory, Branson, Micah, Dave, Chris, Wesley, and Macanea as well as many others who have helped over the years.
Family and friends may call at Masters Funeral Home, 209 Main. St. in Mannington on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 from 1-8:00pm. Funeral services will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 beginning 1:00pm with Pastor Randy Vincent and Tom Myers officiating. Burial will follow the Viewpoint Cemetery in Rachel.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mannington Park Board for the new pool construction. On-line condolences may be left for the family at www.mastersfuneralhomewv.com or the funeral home facebook page. Funeral services will be live-streamed on the funeral home facebook page for those who cannot attend due to any travel issues or health concerns.
Condolences
My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Freeland and Crystal. I am so sorry for your loss. I hope your wonderful memories bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead. Brandy (Garcia) Gum and Family
Guys,I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Kaylin & family,
Our hearts are broken for you & the children. You were always a bright light when we went to the dentist. Please know that you are all in our thoughts & prayers during this horrible time.
Love to you all.
Ken & Janet Trueman (past patients of yours from Dr. Gump's office).
I am so very sorry for your loss. Him and your entire family are wonderful people. Prayers and hugs
Bub will truly be missed he was a very loving and sweet young man always had a smile on his face and ready to help anytime you came into the store.My condolences go out to his family.
The Regillo family express our heartfelt condolences for your Bub. We are truly sorry and will keep all the Miller family in our thoughts and prayers.
Sending prayers to his family he will never be forgotten
So sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family
God bless the family.What a special young man. WE KNOW HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE.WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN HE WAS SO LOVED.
Prayers for strength and hope diring this time of loss. No words can ever express how truly sorry I was to hear of Bub's passing. He was a wonderful young man with a family. I pray that you can continue to live your life through his wife and children. God bless you all.
So very sorry for your loss. Hugs , thoughts and Prayers for all. God Bless
At a loss for words. Such a good guy taken far to soon. Our condolences to the Miller family and all families. Things in Mannington will never be the same. Don’t think I’ve ever seen anything but a smile on his face. Prayers to you all.
Such sad news my heart goes out to all
Such sad news my heart goes out to all
I am so sorry for your loss of a great man, father, brother, and friend. To his Parents I want to tell you that you raised a respectful, caring, compassionate son. He is never gone because he is always going to be in your heart. My condolences to his wife and children, I pray you find peace and know that he is looking down smiling at his accomplishments.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Miller Family.
I am so sorry for your loss. God be with you all.
My heart is broken for Bub's parents,his wife and babies,and our entire community. Bub was such an important person to our Town, and in my 30 years of life, I've never once heard anyone have a negative thing to say about him. My thoughts and My prayers are with his Loved ones as they tread through this heartache.
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Chad, Dawnelle, Olivia and Bradley Powell
God bless the family.What a special young man. WE KNOW HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE.WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN HE WAS SO LOVED.
My heart aches for all of you. Bub was a special person who left us to soon. You have been in my thoughts and prayers since I heard the sad news. Keep the happy memories in your hearts and he will be with you.
I grew up with Bub. He was a great guy, a wonderful friend, and person you could count on. I will sorely miss him. My prayers are with him and his family. Fly high, Bub. Have fun with your Grandma and Grandpa.
I’m going to miss stopping up at the store and talking to him my heart goes out to his family
My heart goes out to each and everyone during this most difficult time. Lots of love, thoughts and prayers.
Words can't completely express the sadness we feel over the loss of Bub! Freeland and Crystal, you raised a wonderful young man. A life well lived is a life with much meaning, a life that touched the heart of others, a life that will always be remembered for the genuine person he was! His name will be spoken often, the memory of him will last forever! Bub was that person! We are so very sad for your loss! Freeland, Crystal, Kaylin, Hayden, Peaches, Naked and all the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time.Bub was amazing man and friend we will greatly miss your smiling face and and your jokes.
Our condolences and deepest sympathy for all the family. We are so very sorry for your loss. Bub will be greatly missed by many. May God bless you, give you peace and comfort during this most difficult time. In our thoughts and prayers.
Iris Dunigan and Jean Yankie
I'm so sorry that you guys have to go through this. never in a million years would i think I'd see this. Will greatly miss our conversations and all the help he gave me at the Store and the Pawn shop. Going to miss him dearly. Praying for you guys that the pain and heartache passes with time and the healing begins quickly.
Allen Johnston
Please accept our sincere condolences for your loss. Bub was such a kind soul. Prayers for comfort and peace in the days ahead. God bless you all through this process.
Sincerely,
Terry and Linda Hendershot
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that I am praying for all the family. No words I can say is going to ease the hurt in your hearts, just wanted you to know that I care and I am thinking of you.
Bub was a good person to deal with at millers hardware. I want to give my condolences to the Miller family for their loss.
Sorry for your loss. Bub was always helpful to me and will be missed
My deepest sympathy to Crystal, Kaylin, Bonnie and Virgil. Kaylin, my dear, my heart breaks for you and your two young children. May your memories get you through these next few days and the many days to come.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Marion County Senior Citizens.
Bub was a student and ran track for me his senior year. He was a great man. I always enjoyed talking to Bub, even if it was only for a few minutes. To his family, I offer my condolences
Kaylin, Family, and Miller's Hardware Family, we are so saddened by the news of Freeland! We have worked with him for many years hauling freight into Miller's Hardware. We understand what a tremendous loss this is for you all. Please know that our hearts are breaking for you! You will remain on our minds and in our prayers! We are praying for Jesus's comfort to surround you in this heartbreaking time.
With all our love,
King's Service
There just are no words. We are all heart broken along with you Kaylin. Sometimes life just doesn’t seem fair and we wonder WHY Lord? We are all here for you. GOD bless you all.
Dear Crystal, Freeland, Nakell, I know there is nothing I can say to take or change any of the hurt of your terrible loss. I was shocked and left in disbelief when I heard this heartstopping news. It has been a very long time since I have seen any of you but all of you are in my thoughts and especially now in my prayers. When I first met you, Bub was only five years old and I will always remember him as that happy little boy!
I am so deeply sorry!!
Marc from Germany
Richard and I are sending Our deepest sympathy and prayers for Bub’s family 🙏🙏🙏🙏
So very sorry for your loss. Prayers of strength and comfort for your family.
I can’t begin to express how sorry I am for your loss. Bub was a good man with such a promising future, and my heart is broken with the news of his loss. You’re all in my prayers.
We were so shocked and saddened to hear the news of Bub"s sudden passing. We have seen him during the many trips we"ve made to the store and he was always so helpful. Our sincere condolences and prayers go out to all the family. Furman and Ruby Stout and family.
We will always cherish the fun times we had. It’s still shocking to think about but your mark on this small town will never be forgotten. Freeland Crystal bud kaylin and the two beautiful kids my deepest condolences go out to you and please do not hesitate to ask for anything in your time of need. Mannington will never be the same I only wish I can be half the man bub was and will always be remembered as.
So sorry for your loss. Gone way to soon. I always saw Bub with a smile on his face and he was always their to help you find something in the store. This is a terrible loss for the Mannington Community. I pray that God comforts his wife and children and his mom and dad and all his family during these next few days. Their are no words that anyone can say to you to make you feel better or help with the pain only that we are here as your friends and if you ever need to talk or need anything we will be their for you. Prayers for strenght and you will always have all your memories and he will always be in your hearts and watching after all of you. God Bless. Fly high with the angels
Words cannot express the sorrow in our hearts. Bub was a very special member of the community. He will be greatly missed! Thoughts and prayers will always be with your family!
Our most sincere condolences for the tragic loss of your loved one. May you be comforted by the many warm thoughts of those who care. God Bless and
Love to all.
The Joseph “Joe” Perkins Family
Joe and Linda
Missy
Dave and Cindy
Our family was so sorry to hear about Freeland. He was such a nice young man always very friendly to us and was very sweet to Kayla. You all are in our thoughts. Prayers and much love sent your way.
Freeland and Crystal, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength and peace.
So sorry for your loss. He was way to young and my thought are with you.
Much love and abundant prayers to Bub's beloved family. Our hearts ache with you. Heaven is sweeter today, and one glorious day, we'll be with Bub again.