Francis Miller

GODFREY, Ill. -- Francis Miller, 85, of Godfrey, formerly of Glen Carbon, Ill., and Shawneetown, Mo., passed away peacefully Monday, Feb. 3, 2014, at Alton Memorial Hospital.

He was born Oct. 13, 1928, in Cape Girardeau to the late Erskin and Edna Proffer Miller. He and Virginia Eifert were married Sept. 4, 1950, at Eisleben Luthern Church in Scott City.

The United States Army Veteran proudly served his county during World War II. He retired as captain from the Glen Carbon Police Department and from the Cotton Belt Railroad. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, boating and camping.

Survivors include his wife; two sons and daughters-in-law, Walter Eugene and Geri Miller of Breaux Bridge, La., and Michael Gene and Michelle Miller of Godfrey; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and other extended family and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers and five sisters.

In celebration of his life, visitation will be from 11 a.m. until time of service Thursday at Eisleben Luthern Church in Scott City.

The funeral service will be at noon Thursday at the church, with the Rev. Marty Hasz officiating. Burial will be in Eisleben Lutheran Cemetery with full military honors.

Memorials may be made to Eisleben Lutheran Church.

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