Robert Millar

NEW MADRID, Mo. -- Robert G. "Bob" Millar, 65, died Sunday, June 24, 2007, at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau.

He was born Aug. 30, 1941, in East Prairie, Mo., son of Lucian D. and Sarah Priest Millar. He was married to Rosemary Hopper, who preceded him in death in August 2002.

Millar was an attorney in Dyersburg, Tenn., more than 20 years. He was a member of Trial Lawyers Association, Tennessee Bar Association, and active in cancer fund raising.

Survivors include two brothers, Jerry (Libby) Millar of Simpsonville, S.C., Bill (Liz) Millar of Atlanta; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Graveside service will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at Portageville Cemetery in Portageville, Mo., with the Rev. Allan Saunders officiating.

Richards Funeral Home in New Madrid is in charge of arrangements.

Donations may be made to American Cancer Society or Dyersburg County Humane Society, 1120 Court St. East, Dyersburg, Tenn., 38024.