Gary Noal Miller passed away unexpectedly and was welcomed into Heaven by our Lord and Savior on July 15, 2023. Gary was born in Columbus, Georgia, on Nov. 7, 1955, to Mr. Jack Noal Miller and Jane Sands Miller. He is survived by his high school sweetheart and love of his life for 50 years, Dorinda Gunter Miller, and his two daughters, April Miller Reed Smith of Auburn, husband Jake Smith (Tad, Trent, Miller and Turner) and Tracy Miller Rush of Auburn, Alabama, husband Travis Rush (Trevor, Tatum and Tenley); and sister Debbie Miller Wojtowicz of Alpharetta, Georgia, husband Peter Wojtowicz.
Gary graduated from Scott Preparatory School in 1973. He and his father opened Miller Mobile Homes in Opelika, in September 1973. This September will be Miller Homes’ 50th Anniversary. Gary and Dorinda were married on Aug. 20,1978 and have lived in Opelika for 45 wonderful years.
Gary was an active member and devoted much of his time to the First Baptist Church of Opelika where he served as a trustee, deacon, a member of the Helping Hands ministry and on various other committees. Gary lived out his faith daily by helping his church family and community.
Gary’s favorite thing to do was spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren. They made many special memories together, and he and Dorinda prioritized attending all of the children’s sporting events.
A visitation for Gary was held Tuesday, July 18, followed by a funeral service at First Baptist Church of Opelika. Gary was laid to rest at Garden Hill Cemetery. The officiant was the pastor of the First Baptist Church, the Rev. Jeff Meyers.
Contributions in Gary’s memory may be made to:
First Baptist Church of Opelika
301 S. 8th St.
Opelika, Alabama 36801.
Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home handled the arrangements.
