Obituary of Larry Miller

Larry Emery Miller was born in Monroe on December 5, 1950. He was the son of the late Gerald and Fern (Miller) Drewior. He attended Monroe Public Schools before enlisting in the United States Army and serving his country honorably in Vietnam as a helicopter mechanic. He married the love of his life the former Margaret "Elaine" Harmon on June 30, 1973 in Monroe. From this union came the birth of two children. Larry loved being outside, and his work afforded him this opportunity. For more than thirty-nine years he was employed by the Monroe County Road Commission. He worked as a truck driver and laborer on the sign and tile crews retiring in 2012. Larry never seemed to sit still. He continued his love of the outdoors with most of his hobbies. He had a passion for vehicles - cars, motorcycles, dirt-bikes, boats and snowmobiles. Larry loved classic cars, was an avid NASCAR fan and never missed the Woodward Dream Cruise. At times, Larry could be the ultimate Redneck engineer, but he was nonetheless an excellent mechanic and painter. Larry enjoyed drag racing and had his own bikes and cars over the years. A perfectionist, Larry was known for his big, generous heart, quiet confidence and his willingness to share his time and talents with anyone. Larry Emery Miller, age 65 of Monroe passed away on Saturday evening, March 5, 2016 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. In addition to his parents his passing was preceded by two brothers: William and Gerald "Jay" Jr.; a sister: Betty; and a brother-in-law: Clarence Stoll. To cherish his memory he leaves his wife: Elaine of Monroe, his son: Larry of Lincoln Park; his daughter: Sara of Monroe; his mother-in-law: Geraline Gee of LaSalle; his two brothers: John (Jackie) Drewior of LaSalle and Douglas Drewior of Monroe; his two sisters: Darlene (Kenny) Smock and Judy Stoll both of Monroe; his two grandchildren: Corbin and Yasmine; and numerous nieces and nephews Friends may gather from 2:00-8:00pm on Thursday, March 10, 2016 at Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 North Monroe Street (734) 384-5185. A Celebration of His Life will take place at 11:00am, Friday, March 11 also at Merkle's with Dr. Raymond H. Haselhuhn, pastor officiating. Procession will follow to St. Joseph Cemetery for burial. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort or share a photo by visiting www.merklefs.com and then selecting the Online Tributes page.