Johnny Lee Miller of Waco Texas filed his final flight plan to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ April 12, 2023.
Johnny was born in Waco, Texas December 20, 1948, and graduated from Waco High School in 1967.
Some people never see their dreams realized, but Johnny lived his dream as a career pilot. Flying was his passion, and he led a life well lived. He began his flight journey at only 16 years old working for his father at Miller Aircraft at Waco Regional Airport. He flew commercial charters for over 55 years. Among the many clients he served were governors, senators, athletes and movie stars! Before turning in his wings in 2021, Johnny flew as a contract pilot for Texas Aero.
Johnny’s second love was fishing. Before his death, he lived on lake Whitney off and on for 45 years with his wife Barbara. He loved taking his boat out on the lake and talking all about “the one that got away.”
Johnny was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Willie Mae Miller, and brother, Marion.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara; son, Johnny “J” Miller Jr and wife Dawn and their children from Waco; son, Paul F Miller from Waco; stepson, Lynn Walker and wife Cassie and their children from Dallas; brothers, Tommy and Larry Miller also from Waco.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.
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To the Miller family: We are so very sorry for the loss of Johnny. Please know that we are praying for y’all inthe times ahead. May the Lord Jesus Bless each and every one of you with strength and peace.
Our thoughts and Love,
Leroy and Kathy Parrish
So very sorry for your loss. May our Lord, Jesus Christ, keep you and your family in His loving arms ❤️ Prayers
To my cousins Tommy and Larry I’m really sorry for your loss rip Johnnie 🙏 may God be with you all if anything is needed please let me know love you all very much ❤️
Betty
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace during this time.
Our family sends our sincere condolences. Johnny came into our lives a few years ago as a pilot for our jet. He was one of my son’s hero’s! Johnny rest in peace, and watch over Nick as he embarks on his pilot career! You were definitely one of the good ones! Love you ❤️❤️❤️✈️✈️✈️
I’m so sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing. I did not even know he was sick. He was always such a nice, pleasant person to be around. R.I.P. Johnny! You will be missed!!
So very sorry Barb. Roger also died April 12th and I just spent the day thinking about all the great memories we had.❤️❤️
Paul & Jay,
Words aren’t able to express the loss of a dad. My heart breaks for you both. David and I will keep you in our prayers. I never met your dad ( my pretty sure anyway), but I’m sure he was a great man as you both are.
Wishing you love and peace.
so sorry to hear about Johnny! He was a very special person. I will miss him, but I k ow his last flight was the best one! God bless you
Love & prayers to all the Miller family at this time 🙏🏻💕💕💕💕💕 Johnny was a wonderful man, and will be forever missed💗
Prayers &Love sent 🙏🏻💕💕💕💕