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Miller – William “Spencer” Miller, Jr., age 54, of Middleburg, Florida passed away on August 3, 2021 at his residence. He was born in Jacksonville, Florida on July 31, 1967 to Joyce and William Spencer Miller, Sr. Spencer was raised in Jacksonville and graduated from Ed White High School in 1985. Following graduation, Spencer worked for a few years before joining the United States Army where he proudly served 4 years. After his honorable discharge, he continued his longtime career as a Certified Arborist. During that time he attended Florida State College of Jacksonville and earned his bachelor’s degree in Supervision and Management. Spencer enjoyed his work and had recently started his own company, MTC Services. Spencer could be described by family and friends as a man who would help anyone in need. He was knowledgeable in many areas and was more than willing to pass on what he had learned throughout the years by training and teaching others. Spencer also enjoyed being an active father. He regularly volunteered to coach his children’s sports teams. His favorite sport was football, and his favorite teams were the Miami Dolphins and the Florida Gators. Spencer was an avid football fan who found this love at a early age and even played throughout his adolescent years. More than anything, Spencer was a family man who loved his family dearly. He enjoyed any and all family activities along with spending precious time with all those he loved. Spencer was truly an amazing man who will be greatly missed. Spencer is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Mary Louise Brown Miller of Middleburg, FL; children, Taylor Louise Miller and William “Cody” Miller of Middleburg, FL; father, William Spencer Miller, Sr. of Ocala, FL; mother, Joyce Redding of Lake City, FL; brother, Edward “Ed” (Ericka) Miller of Washington; parents-in-law, Marilyn and Charlie Brown of Jacksonville, FL; brother-in-law, Rick Brown of Jacksonville, FL; along with many extended family members and friends. A Celebration of Spencer’s Life will be held on Monday, August 16, 2021 at 6:00 pm at Ferreira Funeral Services Chaffee Road Chapel. The family will receive friends on Monday from 5:00 – 6:00 pm at the funeral home. A Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at 10:00 am at Jacksonville National Cemetery where military honors will be rendered. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Ferreira Funeral Services, 1320 Chaffee Road South, Jacksonville, FL, 32221, 904-378-7777.

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William Spencer Miller Jr

July 31, 1967 - August 3, 2021