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Carl D. Miller

Carl Miller Obituary

NORTH MYRTLE BEACH | Carl Dwight Miller, 55, of North Myrtle Beach, died Friday, June 19, 2009.

Born February 25, 1954 in Buffalo, New York, he was the son of the late Claire Eugene and Cora Burton Miller. He was owner of Miller Chiropractic in North Myrtle Beach.

Mr. Miller is survived by one son, Steven Miller of North Myrtle Beach; one brother, Joseph O'Brien of Fort Mill; and five sisters, Connie Huddle of Myrtle Beach, Carol Samuelson of Ashville, N.Y., and Cheryl Gustafson, Cindy Miller, and Dianna Best, all of Mayville, N.Y.

The family will receive friends from 4 until 6 p.m. Monday, June 22, 2009 in Lee Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach, P.O. Box 3369, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582; or the charity of one's choice.

A guest book is available online at TheSunNews.com.

Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/N. Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

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Published by The Sun News on Jun. 21, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Carl Miller

86 Entries

Misti "Smiley" Cook

June 19, 2025

Carl I can´t believe it´s now been 16 years since you have been gone! I still think of you often!! Wish you were still here but I will see you again one day!! You would be so proud of how my boys turned out & see the beautiful babies they have had!! Love you always & for ever Doc!!! Love "Smiley"

Sarah Brown

June 15, 2025

I still miss you each and every day and always will. I will never forget you. Larry and I will always be so glad to have had you in our lives. Love you, Carl!

Sarah

June 17, 2023

Still miss you every day!

Kathy Robbins

May 24, 2011

I can't tell you how much I miss you- I think of you so often and wish I could see you again and tell you how much your friendship meant to me.
Love always...

Kevin W Harwood, DC

May 23, 2011

Carl, my friend, I did not know you had passed away until today, May 23, 2011. I was going to call you to see what you were doing Memorial Day weekend. I moved from Ohio back to Atlanta on August 21, 2009. I am so sorry that I will not be able to visit with you. I hope Stephen is doing well in you absence from this earth.

I'd love to know more about my friend, Carl's passing,

Kevin W. Harwood, DC
P O Box 7746
Marietta, Ga 30065-1746
[email protected]
770-289-4145

Anita Minervino

June 19, 2010

Today is a somber day, filled with memories and tears. I will forever cherish those last hours that Carl and I spent together, one year ago last night. My dear Carl, I feel so blessed that I was chosen to be your guardian angel. Of all of the people who loved and cherished you, it was me that was given the opportunity to comfort you and care for you that evening. This was a divine gift to me. I was the lucky one! I surrounded you with warmth, love and comfort that night. I can still see you, sitting here in my home. We talked, we laughed and we cried. I told you how much you meant to me, I told you of the value that you had brought to so many lives. I applauded your efforts and success in raising Steven to be a wonderful young man. I reminded you of the healing touch that you had brought to so many people. I told you how much I loved you. You called me your cheerleader. Yes, Carl, for 20 wonderful years, I was your cheerleader. That was my job.
Thank you Carl…for those very special hours. The memories of our time together that evening bring me amazing comfort and peace. Yes, life goes on….but it still doesn’t seem real or fair that life goes on without you, my dear friend!

June 18, 2010

Miss you Carl. Can't believe it's been a year since you left us. We will meet again,dear brother. Love sister Diana

Misti Cook

June 18, 2010

I cant believe it has been a year since you left us, You were a big part of our family and we were so very lucky to have you in our life. I really miss the conversations we had and all the advice you used to give me. You were like an uncle to me and you will always be in my heart. I love you and miss you so much and I know we will see each other again one day.

tom gustafson

June 17, 2010

miss u carl so glad u u were in our lives we will meet again brother

Sarah Brown

June 16, 2010

It has been almost a year when I lost you and it hurts as much today as it did then. I will be eternally grateful that I had you in my life even if it was only for 11 years. You were the nicest, most considerate and big-hearted person that I have ever known. You wanted to help and heal the world. If only I could have helped and healed you. You will be in my heart forever. I love and miss you so much Carl.

Cheryl Gustafson

June 16, 2010

Almost a year since you went away....we miss you and love you....your sister...Cheryl

Kathy Musser-Kornaker

June 16, 2010

We thought of you with love today but this is nothing new. We thought of you yesterday and the days before that too. We think of you in silence and often speak your name. All we have now are our memories and your picture in a frame. It broke our hearts to lose you but you didn't go alone. A part of us went with you the day God took you home. Forever in our hearts dear friend!

jeffrey weaver

June 16, 2010

i'm saying good bye old friend on this web page. you'll always be in my thoughts carl.
peace out.

Ed Robinson

December 20, 2009

I just learned of Carl's tragic passing and my heart goes out to all his friends, family and especially Steven. I have been out of the Myrtle Beach area for over 3 years now but tried to call him and did not get a working number. I called a mutual friend to see how he was doing and was told and was shocked over the unfortunate news. All of the comments listed are so accurate and true of Carl. He was and still a great person in every respect. We played tennis and golf and shared mutual friends. I always sought him out because of his wonderful personality and enjoyed sharing the good times with him. Carl was a wonderful and caring father and person and a strong competitor, always an outgoing person and he really did have the best hands in his profession and treated everyone first before himself. He will be greatly missed and remembered by all who knew him and literally by all those he touched.

Cody Gustafson

November 9, 2009

I remember every time my uncle came back to town. We would be in the car and he would point out just about every single house or store and give me the entire history of what it use to be and who lived there. It was like being in a class but he always had something interesting to say. He always told me about everything that was happening in SC. About Steven and the rest of the family.

The last time I saw my Uncle was 2 weeks before he passed. I was moving to Florida and decided to stop and see my Cousins graduation. We sat and talked for about an hour at Uncle Danny's Restaurant. When my mom called me and told me the news I couldn't believe it. It's so hard to believe someone you had just talked to could be gone.

I Love You Uncle Carl
And Always Will

Maryanne Prater

August 22, 2009

I am so sad to hear of the passing of Dr. Miller. He did the best reflexology Ive ever had. I've been gone for most of the summer. I called the other day to make a appt. and found the office closed.
He loved his work and loved to talk about his son.
God bless his family.
John 3:16
Maryanne Prater
Little River Sc.

Becky Harr

July 22, 2009

Oh Carl! Why? Words cannot even express the deep sadness in my heart. I am sad, angry, hurt, and every other emotion possible. I loved you and I always will. Whenever I would come down to visit my folks home here in NMB my first thought was always of you. I remember all of the great times that we shared over the last 15 years: going to see Jerry Seinfeld, the Quinton Tarantino movie, going Outback tonight, my favorite K&W, playing in all the mixed doubles tournaments and always losing, trips to the US Open, etc. I still vivdly recall the last time that we got together in early March at the K&W right after your birthday. You were my first friend in Myrtle Beach. My love, thoughts and prayers go out to Steven and the rest of your family. I watched you raise Steven and Steven grow up to be a wonderful young man. You did a remarkable job as a single dad. You should be very proud. I hope that you find peace and that there is some great tennis in heaven. You are a VERY SPECIAL person, you have touched my heart and life and I will never stop thinking of you. When you left this earth you took a piece of me with you. LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!! BECKY HARR

Valerie and Andrew Tanner

July 5, 2009

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Dan & Trudy Causey

July 5, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

sam childress

July 2, 2009

I was shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Carls passing.His office was practically beside mine and we had been friends for many years.We shared a great passion for tennis and I will always remember the good times we had and what a truly nice and caring person he was...rest in peace.

Mark Dudley

June 29, 2009

Just heard the very sad news about Carl. Although our paths have not crossed for many years, I always remember him as one of the quality individuals I have known. My deepest sympathies to everyone in the family, as this is an immense loss for all of you......

June 28, 2009

Words cannot express the sadness I felt when I heard of Carl's passing. As you know, he was my brother's best and dearest friend. Now they are laughing together in Heaven. My deepest sympathy goes out to you, his family. He was a wonderful guy and there are alot of good memories from the days in Mayville. Rest well, Carl, you wil be missed. Carol, Connie and Steven, find comfort knowing he is at peace... Carol Musser Schmitt

June 28, 2009

I am so sorry about your loss. Carl was an avid tennis player who was always a gentleman. I respected him for his demeanor and wit. He will be missed. Roger Bryan Conway, SC

Misti "Smiley" Cook

June 28, 2009

My heart really broke when I found out about "Doc". He was a very special and wonderful man and always nice to me. He was not only my doctor and my moms boss but he was like an uncle to me. Whenever I saw him he would always ask me how my life was and if I had a problem would always give me advice. My kids have known him since my oldest was 3 and from the day my youngest son was born and they are now 13 and 10. Whenever I waould go to the office so I could get an adjustment if he didn't have anyone else in the office he would walk my kids to the gas station and buy them drinks and candy and I know they will miss that and they thought alot of him. Everytime I saw him I would just smile which led to him giving me the nickname "Smiley" "Doc" I love you and I will miss you greatly. You will always and forever be in my heart until I get to see you again.

Carol Miller-Samuelson

June 28, 2009

Right now my heart is feeling such pain, because I have lost someone I have loved all my life.Carl was a unique and special brother, who provided our family with many,"Oh Carl", moments. He made us laugh, cry and think deeply. He was always a gentleman to his mother and sisters. I wish to express my appreciation for all the kind words and thoughts for my brother. Carl was so fortunate to have so many wonderful people touch his life. It makes me happy knowing so many people will carry such nice memories of Carl with them. In these memories and thoughts his spirit will live on. Over the past week I've come to accept that some things in life can never be understood and some questions never answered.Those who knew Carl knew he was always questioning. My Mom always thought he should have been a "Philadelphia lawyer" because of his questioning nature.Perhaps he is with her now asking a million questions and I know she is the one who can help him find the answers that will bring him peace.

Jane Lasnier Shull

June 27, 2009

I knew Carl from about the 7th grade at MCS. We shared many classes and worked together on the yearbook staff. He was a great and gentle classmate and I enjoyed seeing him at class reunions. I am shocked and deeply sadden by this news. I was just telling someone the other day that my classmate, Carl had become a Chiropractor but lived in South Carolina.

My deepest sympathies go to Joe; Carl's son, Steven; and to Carl's entire family. I remember you all so well from our years at MCS.

Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Thomas Curtin

June 27, 2009

I knew Carl through school at Mayville and he was a kind, great guy, funny and positive, willing to try to make things happen. His friendship and kindness are rare and irreplaceable. Rest well my friend.

Dotty Estep Sprout

June 27, 2009

Connie and family--I just heard about the loss of Carl. I am so sorry and will keep all of you in my prayers during this trying time.

Larry Poole

June 26, 2009

Just found out about Carl yesterday and wanted to express my deep sadness in the passing of a true friend. Steven... know that your Dad was proud of you and that you were a shining portion of his life. We talked often of you and my daughter growing up together through the years.

Carl and I through the years shared laughter on the golf courses, knowledge of life's lessons over meals and the aches associated with years passing. Our Optimist Club years helped define him as an advocate of youth.

My prayers and condolences go out to Steven with the hope that you will remain strong.

Randy Burks

June 25, 2009

Joe and family,

We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Spartanburg Morrison Family

Kevin Shampoe

June 25, 2009

I am very sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers.

David and Susan Hawes

June 24, 2009

Our family just returned from vacation and learned of Carl's passing... and I was amazed at how he had just been in my thoughts recently and how my husband and I had a wonderful conversation about Carl. I had the pleasure of getting to know Carl through our mutual membership in the North Strand Optimist Club. David and I always enjoyed the many conversations we had with Carl when he came into our store, we would talk about his business, life's ups and downs, and always about his son Steven...forgetting that we had businesses to run! We will miss Carl, but feel blessed to have called him our friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always, and may you draw strength in the blessings of the richness of Carl's life.

Kip and Connie Olson

June 24, 2009

We were saddened when we heard the news of Carl. He was such a nice guy. We stopped to visit a few years ago and had a wonderful visit. He was still the soft spoken and fun guy we knew growing up. You all are in our prayers.

Elaine White Kilgore

June 24, 2009

Dear Miller and Stebbins family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bob Waterman

June 24, 2009

Carol, Connie, and family,

I want to extend my sympathies to you all. I sure do have many fond memories of Carl. Memories of growing up together, a classmate at MCS, sports,boy scouts, visiting him in Myrtle Beach and on and on. I feel fortunate to of known him and experienced part of my life with him. I will pray that you will find comfort through God during this time.

John & Kathy Scriven

June 24, 2009

Connie, Carol, and Family,

We were sad to hear about Carl. He was a great guy and we have many fond memories growing up together in Mayville. May the God of All Comfort bring you peace and healing at this difficult time.

God Bless you all.

Bill Waterman

June 24, 2009

Recalling Carl from younger days (MCS SGO, Golden Eagles track meets, Fate!) brings a smile to my face. I recall the Miller/Stebbins family- the amount of love that emanated from that household- and manifested in Carl and his siblings- is to be honored and envied. God bless you all.

Diane Seaton

June 24, 2009

I was so sad to hear of the loss of Carl. What a nice man. Better yet, what a wonderful kid growing up with! You all will be in my prayers.

John Imand

June 24, 2009

Joe and Family,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your brother.May God continue to give you strength at this time.

Wendy and David Sena

June 23, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers go to the family. Everything I knew about Carl was positive and commendable. This too in time shall pass. God bless to the family.

Dr. Buddy & Mrs. Joyce Pierce

June 23, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Bratton deLoach

June 23, 2009

I am deeply saddened to hear of Carl's passing. I got to know Carl through tennis during my years in Myrtle Beach. He became a good friend and was an excellent chiropractor. You could count on Carl to fix the inevitable tennis ailments. I also remember him as a devoted father. He was an all-around great guy- friendly, funny, generous- and I was privileged to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Joan Kunow

June 23, 2009

Connie and Family, I'm sorry for your loss. The support and love of your friends and family along with all the wonderful memories of Carl will help you through this difficult time. God bless you all.

Dr. Robin Willey

June 23, 2009

After relocating to the area a few years ago Carl was one of the first Chiropractors I met. He always offered help and as others say he was a deep thinker. We would occasionally discuss professional issues and his ethics were very high. If I had a difficult case sometimes I would call Carl for advise, he was very skilled as a Chiropractor and the Chiropractic profession will miss him!!!

Pam Warner

June 23, 2009

To Carl's family, my memories of Carl, Joe, Connie, and the other girls are so fond. What a wonderful childhood we all had together. My heart breaks for you all, and Jerry and I will be praying for you.

Jackie Baiden

June 23, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

j weaver

June 22, 2009

good friend of mine as a kid. he was always kind and caring. never goodbye carl, just good memories.

CT Wolf

June 22, 2009

Over the past 5 years Carl and I became close friends. We played tennis together, ate together, and went dancing with mutual friends just to mention a few things that we did together. Carl and I shared and talked about our problems almost every week.
Carl was a true friend and I miss him so very badly. We carpooled to league tennis matches together and had many deep conversations about life in general.
Carl was the best Chiropractor that I have ever been to and believe me I have been to quite a few. He cured my tennis elbow when the medical doctor could not.
Carl was always honest, caring and considerate of others. My greatest sympathies go out to his family especially to Steven. Carl I hope to see you in heaven someday. I will always have found memories of you. Also, Carl introduced me to the love of my life and I acknowledge that I will always be indebted to him for looking out for me.

Steven know that your dad talked about you all the time and that he loved you very much.

Kara Harniman

June 22, 2009

Carl was one of the dearest men I have ever known. I met him during a particularly difficult time in my life and he was loyal and supportive from the start. I know many of our friends will agree that the world was a better place because of him.

One day he did reflexology on my feet and I was amazed at how it worked. He was a wonderful and gentle healer. He tried to teach me to shag in spite of how well he knew how much a of a sassy Yankee I was, arguing with him about who should lead. I could go on about his kindness and generosity, gentle spirit, intellectual depth, and his remarkable ability to see things from all sides. We had many converations about life, particularly parenting teenagers, and love, which he knew was meant to be patient and kind. He brought me and CT together, somehow knowing how well we would fit together and complement each other. We had so many good times. I miss him terribly.

I will always hold him in my heart as a sweet, empathetic man of honesty, integrity, and genuine humility.

God bless you my dear friend. Kara Harniman

R Magia

June 22, 2009

I'm already missing him.I just want you to know that he was a very sweet ,kind ,and generous man.Steven please stay strong and family.My heart and prayers are with yall.........

Tom and Bonnie Walker

June 22, 2009

You all are in our thoughts and prayers. He was truly a caring person and a master at his trade. He will certainly be missed and not soon forgotten. May the God of all comfort,comfort all of you at this time as Carl will soon to awaken in paradise where he will truly be at peace and never will have to die again.

June 22, 2009

Dear Steven and family, I greatly feel your pain in your loss of your father, who was a friend and Doctor to me and my husband, who also just recently passed away. We also shared a few bowling memories with in last 15 years,he will truly be missed.love you all, Debbie Landrum Robinson

Kathy Robbins

June 22, 2009

Carl was always kind, caring, and willing to help me and my family.
We had many great times as partners on the tennis court.
I'll never forget him.
I will miss my good friend so very much!!!!

Larry & Carol Clark

June 22, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Miller family during your time of sorrow. We are saddened by your loss, and our heart-felt prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Janna Nance

June 22, 2009

I am so very sorry for your loss. Carl was not only my Chiropractor, but a good friend and tennis partner. We had not played together lately, but have played as mixed doubles partners in the past. Carl will be truly missed by all who knew him. He was a kind, caring gentleman who loved to help people.
Carl made a lasting impression on me several years ago when I was injured in a tennis tournament. Someone suggested that I call him for help. I made the call on Friday night around 9:30 pm and he told me to meet him at the office early Saturday morning. He also agreed to treat me on Sunday as well, because he knew I was in a lot of pain. I always reminded Carl that he "fixed me" in just 2 sessions and I was extremely grateful. He strived very hard to give his patients the utmost care. I will miss seeing Carl on the tennis courts, as will many others.

Kathryn Hilgenkamp

June 22, 2009

Carl was a lovable friend, an avid tennis player, a caring practitioner, and a devoted father. His presence will live on in those lives he has touched. We will miss him dearly.

Dave and Linda Ferrell

June 22, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Miller family. Carl will be greatly missed. He was a dedicated doctor and an all around good guy. May the many memories you cherish and God's unfailing love get you through this difficult time.

Marty and Trina McManus

June 22, 2009

Steven and family - Our thoughts and prayers will be with you through this sad time. If there is anything we can do for especially you Steven, please do not hesitate to ask. We will be here for you.

Nita Nichols

June 22, 2009

To the Miller family,
I knew Carl through tennis. He was a true "sweet heart" and am grateful I had the opportunity to know him. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Cathy Harris

June 22, 2009

Words can not express my feelings of sadness for your loss. All of my thoughts and prayers are with Dr. Miller's family and friends. It seems like yesterday that he asked me "Why should I hire you?". It took him a week to call me into work for him, but I am blessed because he did. I have only the highest amount of respect and love for Dr. Miller. He will never be forgotten. He was a great man, very kind, loving and more than generous. He had a good heart and a wonderfully warm smile.

Dr. Miller, I will miss you very much. Thank you so much for believing in me.

To his family and friends, may God bless you and heal your pain.

Anita Minervino

June 22, 2009

The world has lost a dedicated healer, and I have lost my most loyal friend. My dear friend Carl. He left us too soon. I will be forever sad that I couldn't do more. Carl was the brother I never had. I cherish the memories of his kind, gentle, loving, compassionate spirit. Truly, one of the last of the good guys! We shared more than 20 years of friendship, taking vacations, raising our children, celebrating holidays, seeing the world , and making memories. I am truly blessed that I had the opportunity to love and be loved by Carl. I wish I could have seen the look on his face when he realized that he had arrived in heaven. Peace be with you dear friend.

Jack and Ginny Van Housen

June 22, 2009

Dear Steven and Family,
We are deeply saddened by your loss of Carl. He was a kind and caring person; I knew him as my chiropractor, but also as a friend and shagger. I know that he is now with God, and is watching over all of us.
He will be missed.

Bob & Nancy VanBuskirk

June 22, 2009

My husband and I often saw Carl at the Tennis Club, and my husband frequently played with him. We are very sorry about his passing and send his family our sincerest condolences.

Allison Cabaniss

June 22, 2009

Words cannot express hearing of the sudden passing of Dr. Miller. He was a kind, gentle and gracious man. I will miss his visits to the bank and the conversations we would have. He was one of my favorite customers. My prayers go out to the family, Sarah and to Carl.

Suzy Hartley

June 22, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family...Suzy & Lynn Hartley

Doug and Sue Jacobs

June 21, 2009

To all of Carl's family...we were shocked and deeply saddened when we heard the news. Carl sure was a great guy. I am so glad that we had a chance to visit with him when he was home for Trudy's funeral. We will continue to keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers!

Kim M. Petrone

June 21, 2009

I was deeply saddened when I learned of Dr. Millers passing. I was a patient of his from years back, but I always thought of him fondly and with great respect. He was a true healer and a wonderful person. I remember he even tried to help my greyhound regain some mobility after he had a stroke. Even though he was not a canine chiropracter he made very effort to try to help him. He was kind, caring and with a love for all. Dr. Miller you will truly be missed. My prayers are with you and my deepest sympathy to your family.

Heather Fletcher

June 21, 2009

I enjoyed playing many a tennis match with Carl at Possum Trot, and the Friday night group. I always enjoyed Carl's humor and candor. He will be sadly missed by all that knew him.

The Bakers

June 21, 2009

So very shocked to hear about Dr. Miller's untimely death. He was the best healer. Very helpful to me and my hubby.

Our deepest sympathy,
The Bakers

June 21, 2009

Dear Steven and the rest of Carl's loved ones.

Needless to say Kay and I were shocked and devastated to read of our friend and compassionate Chiropractor's youthful and untimely passing.

Our thoughts and sympathy go out to all of you especially Steven, who Carl always made a special point to brag about and to beam about like the proudest Father on the Planet each and everytime we were together.

Please know that Carl was not only a doting Father, but was truly a gifted "healer," with a kind and generous heart as big and as full as the universe.

We'll bet that he has already set up his own compassionate practice inside the pearly gates, and is already joyfully immersed in helping the other angels feel better.

Sadly, now residing in Virgina, we will not be able to share our heartfelt loss with you tomorrow, but we assure you that we will be shedding tears of both sadness and celebration with all of you at that moment.

Bless you all, and Carl we will surely miss your booming voice (especially your laugh), your compassion, your healing hands and, especially, your very precious friendship until we meet again!

Donald Wizeman & Kay Sherfick

June 21, 2009

Our family knew Carl as a Most Favorite Chiropractor. I would take my twin sons to Carl for care of sports injuries, and we were all most appreciative of Carl's chiropractic skills and knowledge. He was a deep-thinking man, and I appreciated Carl's unique personality which contained a rare quality of guilelessness. He was a rare treasure of a man.
Sincerely Mrs. James Paton Robinson

Penny Herzog

June 21, 2009

It was my pleasure to have known Carl. He was a great tennis and shag friend. He will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Miller family.

Don Stewart

June 21, 2009

I've had the pleasure and honor of knowing Carl through tennis for the last seven years. He was always a true gentleman, a great competitor, and just an all around great guy. I will truly miss him. I extend my condolences to his family and many friends.

Donna Ward

June 21, 2009

To Connie, Carol and the rest of the family,
I am so sorry to hear about Carl. He was a wonderful person and a great friend. Although we were miles apart, I thought of him often.
Donna

Shea Brown

June 21, 2009

Just this past Wednesday night Lee Edge and I saw him and spoke with him when he was playing doubles in the early evening with two ladies who I did not know, and Dr. Peter Bussee. Lee had told me that Carl had been going through some tough times lately, so we decided to stop hitting for a moment and go up to the court he was on and say hello.
Today he is gone.
Today, we who knew him, and who cared deeply for him, are so very saddened by this loss of such a good fellow and friend.
Carl was a consistently honest, intelligent, generous, caring to a fault, and always a polite gentleman.
Carl was also a very humble man.
His honesty most probably limited his income in his chiropractic practice, because he did not lie to his patients, and he did not order unnecessary X-rays or tests, in order to pad a patient's bill.
So many of us here, and especially in the tennis community, were the recipients of Carl's generosity, as we often limped into his office for an ache or sprain or ailment,, never having to fill out any paper work, and rarely being charged for his treatment,, and his genuine concern,, always leaving with a pat on the back or a handshake and his words,,"Let me know if that helps,, come back in if that doesn't fix it and we will try something else."
Carl never charged me a penny for his help and knowledge. I never got one bill.
He did let me take him to lunch a few times and we usually talked about some pretty deep issues.
Often times we spoke about God and religion. Carl was a curious man, and a man who was always questioning and thinking. If he is in heaven at this moment,, and I believe he well may be,, he is asking an awful lot of questions. He will keep them busy there answering all of his questions,, and they will be good, intelligent questions.
Carl, we will all miss you,, especially every time I walk onto a tennis court. You will be remembered here for many years to come.
You were a gentle and generous man.
We have all been very proud to call you our friend.

"A Tennis Champion"

Jim and Emily Lester

June 21, 2009

We are saddened by the loss of Carl. A friend and a "Tennis Champion"!

This is one of our favorite photos of Carl.

tom gustafson

June 21, 2009

to the family so happy i was blessed to know carl his positve influances on my wife and i will stay with us tell we meet again ill miss him as you all will wish i could have came love u all tom

June 21, 2009

Dear Steven, Our sincere heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. We will truly miss our friend Carl. June and Stanley Bowles, Martinsville, Va

M/M Chris Lauterbach

June 21, 2009

We are so very sorry to hear of this loss in the Miller family; may the presence of the Lord bring comfort, peace, and love at this time and always.

Glenn Bullard

June 21, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of sadness. I enjoyed my friendship with Carl, and will miss the great times we shared on the Tennis Court.

Sonya Martin

June 21, 2009

My prayers are with all of Carl's Family. Carl was a great guy and will truly be missed by many. He was a thoughtful, caring person. His service to others will be missed and should never be forgotten.

Lynda Cole

June 21, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Dr. Miller was a wonderful man. He helped me each time I went to his office to get my life back. I thought the world of him and will surely miss him. May God comfort you at this time and give you hope and peace.....Lynda Cole

joy m johnson

June 21, 2009

Dear Family,
Know that you are in the hearts and prayers of many today and in the days ahead...God Bless.

Mary Ellen Archer

June 21, 2009

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Carl was a friendly and caring person. The few times I was with Carl, I enjoyed his sense of humor and the way he made you feel special. He talked about his son and how proud he was of him. He will be missed.

Neal Palmer

June 21, 2009

To Steven If there is anything I can do for you please let me know to the family I will do the same for you also while you are here . I know you don't know me but I considered Carl my best friend as well as my Dr. He was a very kind and considerate person to all he will be missed by my family . May God Be with you Bless you and take care of you in your time of need as only He Can.

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