Richard Jon "Rick" Miller, age 75, of Warrensburg, passed away Friday, September 27, 2024, at Menorah Medical Center in Overland Park.

He was born November 16, 1948, in California, MO, the son of Howard and Rita (Dorn) Miller.

He and Susie Beyer were united in marriage in November of 1970. Rick's professional career spanned over 30 years in education as an English teacher, guidance counselor, and principal. Starting at California High School, he also worked at Warrensburg High School, Smith-Cotton High School in Sedalia, and Knob Noster High School.

Rick also served in the military, joining the Army and serving a combined 30 years on active duty and with the Missouri Army National Guard. Attaining the rank of Command Sergeant Major, the highest enlisted rank. He served the majority of his career with the 1-135 Attack Battalion "First Attack" at Whiteman Air Force Base.

Rick stayed active in retirement serving on the school board in Warrensburg; as a member of the Lions Club, Retired Teachers Association, and the Rusty Zipper Club.

He enjoyed fishing with his best friend Jerry Franklin, with many trips to Bennett Springs watching the Mules basketball and football teams and socializing with friends at Old Barney's.

Rick is survived by his wife, Susie Miller; his sons, Nick (Sherry) Miller and Travis Miller; his grandchildren, Vivien Miller, Claudia Miller, Ian Miller, Aidan Miller, and Anika Miller; a sister, Jane McGill; and a brother, Clifford "Park" Miller.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 4, 2024, at the Missouri Veteran Cemetery in Higginsville with full military honors. The family will receive friends from 9:00-10:00 a.m. at Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home in Warrensburg.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the 1-135 Soldier and Family Morale Fund or the Smith-Cotton Scholarship Foundation and left in care of the funeral home.