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Maynard Rolf Miller

6/22/1947 - 10/1/2016

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Obituary For Maynard Rolf Miller

Tuck (Maynard R.) Miller died peacefully on October 1, 2016 in Providence, RI at the age of 69. He will continue to be a shining light in the lives of his best friend and wife of 45 years, Ki (Kelly) Miller, and their two children, Jeff and Kim. Tuck took great pride in his family and was a steady source of sage wisdom, encouragement, and love. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Tuck spent his growing up years in Wilmington, Delaware. He was a 1969 graduate of Dartmouth College and earned his JD from Georgetown Law Center in 1972. After clerking for Federal Judge George H. Barlow in Trenton, New Jersey, he began a 38-year career as a Health Care Attorney with Reid & Riege, P.C. in Hartford, Connecticut. Tuck was generous with his time, talent, and treasure, serving on the Board of Directors at Hartford Stage, Duncaster Retirement Community, the Noah Webster House and Connecticut Community Care. He loved music of every sort, and played an instrumental role in creating and shepherding Gifts of Music, a program offering support to young musicians. Tuck was a loyal fan, and made his presence heard at sporting events, whether cheering his children and grandchildren on from the stands or rooting for his Yankees and NY Giants from afar. He never met a dog or a pizza he didnt want to bring home. Tuck taught us to play fair in life, and to tackle challenges head on. He was a consummate problem solver, until befuddled by a disease that shows no mercy and, to date, defies solutions. It was his abiding sense of humor and sense of self and his dedication to the task at hand that served him well as he maneuvered the Alzheimers journey. In addition to Ki, he leaves behind Jeff and Sharon Miller of Smithfield, Virginia and Kim and Zeb Mellett of Barrington, Rhode Island along with his cherished grandchildren: Hagan, Ben, Kelly, Nate, Grant, and Sally. He was blessed to have a supportive network of in-laws: George and Gretchen Kelly, Dennis and Mary Dyer, Margaret and David Zacchei, and John and Angela Kelly. He was predeceased by his parents, Maynard and Alice Miller. Special thanks to Megan and Mary, at the Atria Bay Spring Village Life Guidance Unit, who nurtured Tucks spirit over the last few months and to the compassionate staff at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center who assured us all peace and dignity. We shall celebrate Tucks life at The Pond House, 1555 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, CT on November 11, 2016 between the hours of 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution, please consider Gifts of Music, c/o Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, 10 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06106 or The Bridge Family Center, 1022 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06107. For online condolences, please visit Smith Funeral Home, www.wjsmith.com.

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  • 04/27/2021

    Janet Limoges

    Tuck was beloved by all who met him within the Duncaster community. He had a wonderful sense of humor and we shared laughs over his "Tuck-isms" but most of all respected him for his honesty, supportiveness and directness. He will be greatly missed.

  • 04/27/2021

    Janet Limoges

    Dear Ki and family, We have fond memories of Tuck and are saddened to hear of his passing. Our deepest condolences for your loss. Wishing you God's blessings during this difficult time. Fondly, Terri & David Dolbec

  • 04/27/2021

    Janet Limoges

    Ki and family, So very sorry to hear about Tuck. He was a very special man who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts are with you all.

  • 04/27/2021

    Janet Limoges

    Ki and family, So very sorry to hear about Tuck. He was a very special man who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts are with you all.

  • 04/27/2021

    Janet Limoges

    Ki and family, So very sorry to hear about Tuck. He was a very special man who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts are with you all.

  • 04/27/2021

    Janet Limoges

    Dear Ki and family, I send my deepest condolences to all of you on the loss of your beloved Tuck. You are all in my thoughts today, and every day. Much love, Claire

  • 04/27/2021

    Janet Limoges

    Dear Ki and Family: We are deeply saddened by the news of Tuck's passing. He was a good and kind and generous man who was loved by all who were fortunate enough to know him. His role in providing a home for our organization so that we could continue our work of healing the sick and the poor is recalled every day a patient seeking care walks through our door. It is because Tuck saw a need and with that twinkle in his eye said he "might" have an idea to help us that we are grateful for him every day as are the thousands of people who receive the care. Please know that we are keeping you in our hearts and in our prayers sending you much love. From the staff, board, volunteers and patients of the Malta House of Care Mobile Clinic

  • 04/27/2021

    Janet Limoges

    Dear Ki and family - It was with great sadness that I read of Tuck's passing earlier this week. I was profoundly moved by his obituary because it so perfectly captured the Tuck I knew: generous with time, talent, and treasure . . . taught us to play fair in life and to tackle challenges head on . . . a consummate problem solver . . . an abiding sense of humor. The world will be a poorer place in his absence but a better place for his presence. You are in our thoughts. Pat and Steve Zwerling

  • 04/27/2021

    Janet Limoges

    Dear Ki & Family We were saddened to learn of Tuck's passing. We have fond memories of Tuck and his family from Camp Woodstock Labor Day family weekends back when all our children were young. May good memories keep him with you in your hearts and may the love of family and friends comfort you.

  • 04/27/2021

    Janet Limoges

    It was with great sadness that I read of Tuck's recent passing. I was profoundly moved by his obituary because it so perfectly captured the Tuck I knew: generous with time, talent, and treasure . . . taught us to play fair in life and to tackle challenges head on . . . a consummate problem solver . . . an abiding sense of humor. While the world will be a poorer place in his absence, it is a better place because of his presence.

  • 04/27/2021

    Janet Limoges

    Ki and family, I am so sorry to hear about Tuck's passing. Ki, although we met in the worst circumstances at RI Hospital, I could tell what a wonderful man your husband was just by his innate nature. May your memories together bring you comfort. George Marshall's daughter Janet

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