James R. Miller

June 6, 1936 - October 31, 2014

James R. Miller, Sr., 78, of Churchtown, passed away Friday October 31, 2014 with his loving family at his side, after a 14 year courageous battle with cancer. He was the owner of James R. Miller Construction Company for over 40 years. Jim was a life member of the Churchtown Fire Department, and a member of the St. Thomas Lutheran Church in Churchtown. He had many hobbies including hunting, woodworking, creating beautiful bowls and lamps, restoring antique cars, genealogy and gardening. Jim was a FAA licensed pilot, and he served in the Army Reserve. He especially enjoyed family gatherings with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Leland and Sarah (Sigler), 6 brothers and 2 sisters. He is survived by his wife, of 58 years, Nancy (Bessette) Miller; his children Jim(Janet Richard) Miller, Jr. of Syracuse; Steven (Joanne Delaurentis) Miller; Joanne (Bruce Martel) Miller; Tammy (Tom) Foutch, all of Churchtown; 10 grandchildren, 1 great granddaughter, 4 brothers, 1 sister, and many nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be Tuesday November 4, from 4:00 to 8:00 at Bates & Anderson Funeral Home, 110 Green Street, Hudson, NY. A church service will be Wednesday at 10 am at St. Thomas Lutheran Church, Churchtown, with interment immediately following. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Jim's memory to the Churchtown Fire Department.