Richard George Miller (Passed away 18 Apr 2020)

I had known Dick for 60 years; we would talk about Formula One Grand Prix and Essex Cricket, and any topics of the day. I remember the many family gatherings and evenings playing cards. Dick was always enjoyable company.
We had various holidays, together with my sister Dawn, his wife, such as at Brockencote Hall, Cornwall and the wonderful trip to Canada.
I will miss him, now at peace. Wig.

We will always remember Dick's warm smile and sparkly eyes. Sean and I met him on a number of occassions at garden parties at Mo and Dave's house. He would always be interested to speak with us and chat whilst enjoying a beverage. He was a pleasure to talk to. Sending blessings and love to Dawn, Ann, Dave Jasmine and all the family. Clare & Sean

Richie was the first of eight grandchildren in the Percy and Nellie Hill family, and the only one of us who knew our Grandad Hill. Our childhood experiences were very different: he was old enough when WWII started that he remembered it; when I was born it was history. I first remember him when I was a toddler and he’d already started work, so he was always a grown-up to me.
One of my first memories of him was one summer afternoon when he and his mum visited us in Ingatestone and we got locked out of the house; he gallantly climbed onto the shed roof and went in through a bedroom window. He was certainly a hero that afternoon. Years later, at Ian’s christening I was startled to see that one of Dawn’s family members was Mrs. Ringe, one of my former school teachers.
I live in USA so we lived thousands of miles apart and caught up with each other whenever I was in Ingatestone, except for a brief period when we both worked in New York City at the same time. I always saw Richie and Dawn when I was in Ingatestone, visiting them at home and sometimes going for coffee or lunch together; wherever we went, it seemed like a special surprise for the staff when he arrived. When I visited him more recently at Ardtully, the staff there always kindly invited the dog in too.
I’ll miss him, we’ll all miss him. I’ll always remember that he treasured his family and was so proud of Ian and Ann and then delightedly welcomed Andrea and Dave and granddaughter Jasmine. I’ll remember too how much he enjoyed a silly joke, movies, history, dogs, and a bacon sandwich.
It’s always too soon to lose your loved one, and Richie will live on in fond memories of love and kindness.
With heartfelt condolences to all the family, from Richie’s cousin Sally xxx.

I never knew Dick personally or via Probus as I am a new member but recall his interest in local matters when I was on the Parish Council up to 1996 and had conversations with him. I didn't know about his background but can see where his interest in matters came from.

Dick, all the gorgeous photos and comments on this site are a testimony to the wonderful man you were, and to how much you treasured your family. What a fascinating life you led, full of amazing experiences! When my mum and I visited you at Ardtully in December 2018 you shared with us your work in Hamburg after the war! Mum and I were talking about the book They Aftermath’, set in Hamburg after the war and you were able to contribute your own real life experiences to the conversation. You had such a broad general knowledge and a genuine interest in what was happening in the world! You also had a genuine interest in people! You were always so pleased to see me and my family! Nev recalls that you were always disposed for a lengthy chat, infused with your great sense of humour! I have happy memories of sharing special family occasions and Christmases with you and Dawn and our extended family. Your warmth and good heart meant you had a natural affinity with children and when our girls were little they so enjoyed spending time with you. As others have commented Dick, we’ll always remember that infectious smile of yours! Our hearts go out to Dawn, Mo, Jaz and Dave, Ian and Andrea for their sad loss, but they will be comforted by wonderful memories. You were much loved in your lifetime Dick and of course this will endure. God bless and Rest In Peace and Love!

Irish Blessing

May the road rise up to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
The rains fall soft upon your fields,
And until we meet again,
May God hold you,
In the palm of his hand.

I have known Dick and Dawn since their daughter Ann and our son David were married. We all benefitted over the years from this happy merging of families, sharing such memories as the lovely wedding of our children in Ingatestone and the happy event of the birth of our precious shared granddaughter Jasmine, and many other lovely family celebrations.

Dick will be remembered by us all as a well loved member of our family and a caring and devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was also a good friend to my husband Ron and me and we very much enjoyed his company. He was a kind, gentle, clever man with a great sense of humour. We will all miss him so much.

God bless you Dick and thanks for the memories. May you rest in peace 🌹🌹🌹

We have very fond memories of Dick at family gatherings over the years and particularly remember his cheeky smile and sense of humour . We will miss him xxxx

Richard was a resident at Ardtully we’re I work but he was more like family
I will never forget his smile infectious laugh dancing to his favourite music and sitting with him watching Disney films
I only new Richard from the time that he came to stay at Ardtully however we will all miss him deeply
We were his girls and he was our funny smiling gentleman that will live on in our memories and our hearts
Xxx