James J. Miller
Obituary's Biography:
James Joseph Miller, aged 83, a current resident of Third Lake, IL, and long time resident of Grayslake, passed away March 24, 2025, at Bickford of Gurnee. He was born May 30, 1941 in Milwaukee, WI to Eugene and Ludina Miller, where he grew up with a strong sense of family and community.
James was a beloved husband, father, brother, teacher, and community leader. He was a devoted husband and father, providing a gentle presence offering wisdom and guidance to his children with a smile. He dedicated his professional life to teaching and leading staff and students as an educator and principal in District 46, where he worked to build a community of kindness, understanding, and a sense of belonging. James leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and dedication to all of the lives he has touched. He will be deeply missed but his impact will live on in the countless lives he touched throughout his lifetime. May he rest in peace.
James is survived by his wife of 56 years, Margaret Miller, his daughter Jenifer (Sam Williams) Miller, and his brother David Thomas Miller. He was preceded in death by his parents and his son Ryan Miller.
A visitation and funeral service are scheduled for Sunday, March 30, 2025 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E. Belvidere Rd. Grayslake, IL 60030 from 12 noon until 2pm with the funeral service commencing at 2pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. For more information log onto www.StrangFuneral.org or contact (847)223-8122.
Mr. Miller hired me as a music teacher in the last year he was principal at Woodview School. Although I only knew him for a short time, I had the highest regard for his professionalism, and his warmth toward his staff and the students in his school. He served as a wonderful role model as I began my teaching career. Rest in peace, Mr. Miller.
I’m going to miss Jim, he and Margaret have always been wonderful together and were a pleasure to be around.
What a great human being he was. I worked with Jim at Woodview – setting up the computer lab and working with everyone to make computers a part of their lives. He was so supportive. He will be missed by so many people.