Born July 30, 1944 in Peoria to Fred and Viola (Anthony) Miller, he married Marilyn Loftus in 1962 in Peoria. He later married Nancy Boers on March 20, 1992 in Peoria. She survives.
Also surviving are three sons, Fred (Sherry) Arbuckle of Pekin, Scott Arbuckle and Cody Arbuckle, both of Peoria; one daughter, Angie (Nate Eckhold) Arbuckle of Peoria; six grandchildren, Nicole Hutchison, Tynaia, Tyessa, Adam, and Ashley Arbuckle and Landon Eckhold; five great-grandchildren; and many brothers and sisters.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother; one sister; one grandson, Justin; and one great-grandson, Aaron.
Fred was a veteran of the United States Army.
He was a laborer for many years in the Peoria area.
His funeral will be at 4 p.m. Monday at Preston-Hanley Funeral Home. The Rev. Robert Rigler will officiate. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Monday. Cremation will be accorded following services.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 4234 N. Knoxville Avenue, Peoria, IL 61614 or to the American Diabetes Association, 2580 Federal Drive, Suite 403, Decatur, IL 62526.
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