Ewald Miller

Mr. Ewald Miller of Rabbit Lake, SK passed away peacefully on Friday, April 5, 2024, at the Battlefords Union Hospital at the age of 94 years.

Ewald was born on the family farm near Glenbush, SK to Fred and Martha (Zimmer) Miller on October 15, 1929.  He grew up on the farm east of Glenbush with his sister Elsie and they both attended school at Artichoke.  Growing up he helped his dad on the farm, was an avid outdoorsman, particularly loved hunting and trapping. 

He had a passion for music and formed a five-piece orchestra, which performed at many functions in Rabbit Lake and district.  As a very young man he bought his first business which eventually led to numerous business ventures which included Massey Harris (Ferguson) and Miller Motors. 

On August 17, 1956, Ewald married Marian Ogburn.  They had been friends for many years and brought together by their love of music. In February of 1962, Gerry was born followed by Mark in November of 1974.  The following years consisted of running to family business at Miller Motors, playing in the orchestra, farming and raising their boys.  In 1977, the family moved into North Battleford.  Ewald continued to farm sharing the operation with his son, Gerry until he retired. 

The winters were shortened with a 3 month stay in their home in Yuma, Arizona each year until 2020.  Ewald’s retirement included many hours of sharing stories and jokes with his family and friends.  He was very good at making people laugh!   He moved to River Heights Lodge in 2022 and resided there until being hospitalized in March 2024.

Ewald is survived by his loving wife, Marian of 67 years; his children: Gerry (Colleen) and Mark (Lori); his six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; as well as nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. 

He was predeceased by his parents: Fred & Martha Miller; in-laws: Jim & Lisbeth Ogburn; sister, Elsie Fenner; brothers-in-law: Oscar Fenner, Jim and Roy Ogburn; sisters-in-law: Ann and JeanneArc Ogburn and nephew, Alan Fenner.

A Celebration of Life Service will take place on Monday, April 15, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. held at the Rabbit Lake Community Hall. Luncheon and Fellowship will follow the Service.  Memorial donations in memory of Mr. Ewald Miller can be directed to the Rose Gill Lodge Po Box 157 Rabbit Lake, SK S0M 2L0 or Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan 301-2550-12th Avenue Regina, SK S4P 3X1.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium – Elle Dell Funeral Director.