Florence, MA – Ralph I. Miller Jr., 88, formerly of Florence, peacefully passed on September 5, 2026 at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.
He leaves his beloved wife of 27 years, Diane and is survived by a sister Marilyn Pichette, a nephew Tim Charette and three nieces, Brenda McCool, Deborah Tacy, and Amy Allen.
He was predeceased by his parents, Ralph I. Miller Sr. and Myrtle V. Miller and sister, Leona J. Charette.
Per his wishes, a brief committal service and burial will take place in Pine Hill Cemetery, Westfield at the discretion of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to MSPCA at Nevins Farm, 400 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844 (adopt-a-horse or farm animal) or online at methuen@MSPCA.org in honor of his beloved horse Mickey, who was by his side and a constant companion, getting him through many years of his young adult life.
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