Donald H. Miller, 79, of Chester died at home on May 16th, 2026. He was born and raised in Chester to the late Harry and Laura Miller. He attended St. James High School and Widener University. Following his service in the Army, Don worked at Sun Ship Yard where he met Barbara, his wife of 51 years. He served as a Chester Police Officer for 29 years and was a member of FOP William Penn Lodge 19. Donald was a beloved father and he enjoyed spending time with friends and family, especially as a new grandparent. Donald loved cars and was an infinite car swapper. He enjoyed being the official family photographer. Forever the one with jokes and never taking life too seriously, Donald would want everyone to celebrate life and cherish all the fond memories.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Barbara Valent Miller & his son, Michael Valent Miller, Brother Harry Miller Jr. and Sisters Patricia Brady and Babs Jennings.
He is survived by his daughter, Michelle Miller (Sean), granddaughter Megan, brother-in-laws Richard Valent (Rosaleen), John Valent (Elyse), Nephews Patrick Jennings (Sandy), Adam Lovelund (Jill), Mark Brady (Melanie) , Josh Brady (Molly) , Matt Brady, Patrick Valent, Sean Valent, and Dennis Valent. Niece, Karen Lovelund (Patti), Samantha Brady, Susan Ruksenas (David), along with great nieces and extended family, plus beloved dog, Meko.
Visitation is Tuesday May 26th at 10am at St. John Chrysostom Church 617 S. Providence Rd. Wallingford. The Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00am. Burial SS.Peter & Paul Cemetery.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Barbara Valent Miller & his son, Michael Valent Miller, Brother Harry Miller Jr. and Sisters Patricia Brady and Babs Jennings.
He is survived by his daughter, Michelle Miller (Sean), granddaughter Megan, brother-in-laws Richard Valent (Rosaleen), John Valent (Elyse), Nephews Patrick Jennings (Sandy), Adam Lovelund (Jill), Mark Brady (Melanie) , Josh Brady (Molly) , Matt Brady, Patrick Valent, Sean Valent, and Dennis Valent. Niece, Karen Lovelund (Patti), Samantha Brady, Susan Ruksenas (David), along with great nieces and extended family, plus beloved dog, Meko.
Visitation is Tuesday May 26th at 10am at St. John Chrysostom Church 617 S. Providence Rd. Wallingford. The Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00am. Burial SS.Peter & Paul Cemetery.