WILDWOOD — Curtis Miller, 68, a former city councilman who dedicated his life to serving his community, died the morning of Nov. 25 at his home in Sumter, S.C.
Miller was born and raised in Wildwood. He had a 20-year career in the Air Force and served 18-years on the flight line traveling through Korea, Japan, and Southeast Asia.
After leaving the military in 1976, he got his GED and became a social worker.
In 1977, Miller began work with Cape Human Resources. Since that time, he had been helping low income residents with everything from heating and cooling assistance to delivering meals.
In 1985, Miller ran for a seat on the Wildwood council. He didn’t know if her would win, but had said he was certain he couldn’t sit around and do nothing.
During his 10-year stint as a councilman, Miller helped spearhead such initiatives as the convention center, the placement of the George F. Boyer Historical Museum, and the information center.
He told the Herald during a 2005 interview that he and his wife, Sandra, have prided themselves by never being satisfied with the status quo and continuing to work for positive change.
He was active in Salvation Army projects, and was a fixture ringing the bell by the red kettle at Christmas time. Through Salvation Army, he also was instrumental in sending local children to summer camp.
Additionally, Miller regularly participated in Memorial Day and Veterans Day observances at the Cape May County Veterans Cemetery, Crest Haven. He formed part of the contingent that accepted wreaths and lowered the flag to half-staff.
Always youth oriented, Miller was an advocate and long-time supporter of the local Civil Air Patrol squadron, since it tied with his Air Force service background, and because it was beneficial for young people who joined the organization and attained its highest honor, the Brig. Gen. Billy Mitchell Award.
The duo, who had been married for 31 years, retired and moved to Sumter in 2004.
Miller is survived by his wife, five children, six bothers, four grandchildren, a “special cousin,” and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his daughter Renee Marie Miller and his grandparents.
According to Miller’s family, the city is planning a local memorial service, but the date has not been determined. The family will be holding their memorial service Dec. 1 at 11 a.m. at the Bullock Funeral Home Chapel.
Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army, P.O. Box 2229, Sumter S.C. 29151.
Online memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.bullockfuneralhome.com
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