Steven Ray Miller

Steven Ray Miller, age 64, of Du Quoin, passed away at 2:20am, on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Mercy Hospital in St. Louis.

Steven was born in Murphysboro on November 29, 1959, the son of Mamie Nadine (Stanton) and Carl William Miller, Sr. He married the love of his life, Carrie Brown in Murphysboro on February 18, 1983. He loved working on cars and had worked as a diesel mechanic and truck driver. In his spare time and when he was able, he enjoyed fishing and volleyball. He liked to make people laugh and always tried to make things fun. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend who will be dearly missed by all those that knew and loved him.

Steven attended the Faith Assembly of God Church in Du Quoin. His wish before he passed was to come home so he could attend church one more time. He did not make it home but is now attending the most heavenly celebration above.

Survivors include his loving wife- Carrie Miller of Du Quoin; brother-in-law and sister-in-law- Scott and Janice Brown of Tamaroa; brother-in-law- Jim Brown of Tamaroa; sister-in-law- Tina Jones of Pinckneyville; brother- Carl William Miller, Jr of Nashville, Tennessee; brother- Mike Miller of Clearwater, Florida; sister- Pamela Miller of Amarillo, Texas; his precious fur babies whom he adored- Missy, Sassy, and Bella; several nieces and nephews; and many extended family members and cherished friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Loved ones gathered for a private slumber room viewing at Maxton-Rosado Funeral Home in Du Quoin on Sunday, March 3, 2024, for the family to say their final goodbyes to a most wonderful and loving man prior to cremation rites. 

Celebration of life services are pending and will be announced here as service details become available. Family and friends are encouraged to remember Steve in your own way, reflecting on the moments shared and the impact he had on your life.

Maxton-Rosado Funeral Home in Du Quoin is honored to have been called to serve the family. For more information, or to leave an online condolence for the family, please visit www.maxtonrosado.com or call 618-542-2020 for more information.

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