2009-J2109
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2009-J2109
LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the death of Wendell H. Miller, distin-
guished citizen and devoted member of his community
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavor
served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and the great
State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Wendell H. Miller of Binghamton, New York, died on Tuesday,
April 28, 2009, at the age of 86; and
WHEREAS, Born in Brooklyn, New York, on November 17, 1922, Wendell H.
Miller graduated from Syracuse University in 1943 with a degree in
Mechanical Engineering and then served as a Lieutenant in the United
States Navy during World War II; and
WHEREAS, He moved to Binghamton, New York, in 1948, to join his
father, Harry, at Miller Motor Car Corp. where he served as President
for over 50 years; and
WHEREAS, Wendell H. Miller distinguished himself in his profession and
by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of
his community; and
WHEREAS, Wendell H. Miller's commitment to excellence, and his spirit
of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including char-
itable and civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, Active in the automotive community, Wendell H. Miller served
as President of the National Automobile Dealers Association in 1981,
President of the New York State Automobile Dealers Association in 1972,
President of Broome County Auto Dealers, and Chairman of the Dodge
National Dealer Council in 1968; and
WHEREAS, He was honored as a SPORTS ILLUSTRATED Dealer of Distinction
in 1983, a TIME MAGAZINE Quality Dealer Finalist in 1985, and received
the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award in 1987; and
WHEREAS, Wendell H. Miller was also very active serving his community
as President of the Broome County Chamber of Commerce and a member of
the Board of Directors of Roberson Center, Methodist Homes for the
Aging, Twin Tier Home Health Care, Binghamton Boys Club, Binghamton
Housing Authority, Boy Scouts of America, and Security Mutual Life
Insurance Company; and
WHEREAS, Furthermore, a 32nd Degree Mason of the Kahlurah Shrine,
Wendell H. Miller was a member of Binghamton Rotary, Binghamton Country
Club, Binghamton City Club, 21 Club, Austin Putting Academy, Oteyokwa
Lake Club, and Delray Beach Club; and
WHEREAS, Predeceased by his parents Harry H. and Elsie Krier Miller,
and his son, Donald L. Miller, Wendell H. Miller is survived by his
loving wife of 69 years, Madeleine "Maddy" Park Miller; son, Kenneth H.
Miller and his wife, Judith; daughter, Carol A. Lampton and her husband,
Roger; and son, Stephen W. Miller and his wife, Susan; grandchildren,
Geoffrey Miller, Stacey Miller, Sarah D'Esti Miller Rogers and her
husband, Claude, Joshua Miller and his wife, Heather, Stephen Miller,
Jr. and his wife, Rebecca, Sterling Larnerd and her husband, Brian,
Christina Stevens and her husband, Greg, Miller Sandow, Matthew Miller,
Margaret Miller, Catherine Miller, Kara Mason; 10 great-grandchildren;
brother, Harry Miller and his wife, Beth; and sister in law, Marion
Fabrey and her husband, Robert; and
WHEREAS, Wendell H. Miller loved to travel with Maddy and their fami-
ly; he loved his time at Oteyokwa Lake as well as his time at the ocean;
he loved his work and took great pride in the success of his business
and employees but, his greatest joy was Maddy, and spending time with
their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit, imbued with a sense of
compassion, and comforted by a loving family, Wendell H. Miller leaves
behind a legacy which will long endure the passage of time and will
remain as a comforting memory to all he served and befriended; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of Wendell H. Miller, distinguished citizen and devoted
member of his community; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the family of Wendell H. Miller.
actions
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20 / May / 2009
- REFERRED TO FINANCE
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27 / May / 2009
- REPORTED TO CALENDAR FOR CONSIDERATION
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27 / May / 2009
- ADOPTED
Resolution Details
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- Resolutions, Legislative
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