Clarence L. Miller

Clarence L. Miller, 81, of Beach City passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, April 12, 2025, just two days short of his 82nd birthday.

Born on April 14, 1943, in Ravenna, Ohio, he was a son of the late Raymond Miller and Melba Myers Kendle. He was also preceded in death by his wife Delma Mae Miller on April 30, 2022; son, Robert Miller; siblings, Charlotte Miller, Larry and Victor Miller.

Clarence enjoyed a lengthy and fulfilling career with the Wheeling and Lake Erie Railroad in Brewster, culminating in his retirement in 2004 after 38 years as a locomotive engineer. Prior to his tenure there, he had also worked for both the Norfolk and Western and Great Northern Railroad. Clarence was also a devoted pastor for over 50 years, serving various Southern Baptist Churches. His role as a spiritual leader was a testament to his deep faith, which remained a cornerstone of his life. He was the pastor of the Central Community Church in Akron, where he touched the lives of many through his preaching and pastoral care. His proud service to his country included a five-year commitment with the United States Army during the Vietnam War. This period of his life exemplified his dedication to serving others in a greater capacity. Outside of his work and service, Clarence embraced the joys of life through fishing and spending time outdoors.

He is survived by his loving children, Dana Miller of Navarre, Gregory Miller of Brewster, Denise Simmons of Beach City, and Jason (Heather) Miller of Perrysburg; siblings, Mike (Darlene) Miller of Massillon, Linda (Kenny) Snyder of Beach City, Mary Miller of Massillon, and Shirley Fisher of Orrville. His legacy continues through his grandchildren, Robert, Zachery, Nathan, Skylar Miller, and Jordan Simmons, as well as his step-grandchildren, September Wardell, Brannon Simmons, and Mikayla McIntyre, along with one great grandson, Elijah Joseph Simmons.

Cremation has been entrusted to the Toland-Herzig Funeral Home and Crematory at Strasburg. A service celebrating Clarence's life will be held on Thursday, April 17th starting at 11:00 am in the Strasburg funeral home with Pastor John Dunn, Nalin Luangrath and John Vergis officiating. The family will be greeting friends one hour prior to the service on Thursday. Interment of the ashes will take place in the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.

The third time he said to him, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” Peter was hurt because Jesus asked him the third time, “Do you love me?” He said, “Lord, you know all things; you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Feed my sheep.

-John 21:17

Memorial contributions may be made to the Central Baptist Church at 919 Johnston St, Akron, OH 44306.