Jeffrey Robert Miller

Jeffrey Robert MillerOf Arlington HeightsJeffrey Robert Miller, 51, passed away on August 1. Always a fighter, Jeff battled cancer for almost three years, but ended his struggle peacefully and surrounded by family and loved ones at home in Arlington Heights, Illinois.Jeff was born in Palos Park, Illinois and after attending Sandburg High School, proudly graduated with a business degree from the University of Illinois in 1987 and went on to earn an MBA from Indiana University.A third generation owner, Jeff grew the family retail hardware business with vision and foresight and evolved it into an industrial supply mainstay in the Greater O"Hare area with the help of dedicated and talented team members. Known for his gregarious and larger-than-life personality, Jeff"s passion for involvement and leadership was well-known in the community. Jeff balanced his work at Miller Industrial with a profound dedication to his family and community. He held numerous community volunteer roles including President of the Prospect High School Athletic Booster Club. He also coached youth football, basketball, baseball and softball, where his infectious passion and booming voice had a positive impact on hundreds of kids. Many call Jeff a teacher, mentor or coach. Many more call him a true friend.A die-hard Bear and Illini fan, Jeff"s legendary tailgates were always twice the size he had planned. His welcoming and generous nature stretched far beyond the South parking lot. Jeff will be missed by an uncommonly large and loyal network of friends.A loving father and devoted husband, he loved and trusted in Jesus Christ, his Lord and Savior to use him to glorify God. Jeff is survived by his children Grant, Lauren and Ben and his loving wife of 21 years, Michelle. His face lit up when he talked about his kids and their accomplishments. He loved being a dad and he was their Superman. He also leaves behind his parents, Robert and Kathy, his sisters Sally (Jeff) Schumann and Linda (Dan) Walther and numerous nieces and nephews.Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 7 from 3pm to 8pm at Glueckert Funeral Home, 1520 North Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. The funeral will be on Monday, August 8 at 10am at Grace Church, 4000 Capitol Drive, Wheeling.In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Jeff"s name to Chicago White Sox Charities or Chicago Bears Care.Funeral information and condolences www.GlueckertFH.com or (847) 253-0168.