Obituary of Robert K. Miner

Robert K. Miner 78, of Homer passed away May 31, 2011 in Syracuse, NY Bob was born September 13, 1932 in Cortland, the son of the late Kenneth and Myrtis Brandow Miner. He proudly served his country with the US Navy. Bob had been employed by Smith Corona for over 37 years, and had been past chief of the Spafford fire department, Past President of the Cortland Kiwanis , Past Town Supervisor for the Town of Scott, Sr. Warden for the Grace Episcopal Church, and adjunct professor at TC3. Bob is survived by his wife of 45 years Eleanor Miner of Homer, daughter Rebecca (Daniel) Merritt of Cortland, his son William Miner of Florida , brother Bruce Miner of Arizona, grandchildren Rachel Caden , and Mason Daniel Merritt. of Cortland His brother in law Harold (Astrid) Walker of Lisle, sister in law Dorothy Arnold of De Ruyter, 3 nieces and 4 nephews. Calling hours will be held Friday evening from 6-9 pm at the Wright-Beard Funeral Home. Memorial services will be held Saturday at 11:00 am at the East Homer Methodist Church with the Reverend Nelson Stafford officiating. Anyone wishing to make a memorial contribution in Bobs name is asked to consider the East Homer United Methodist Church or the National Kidney Foundation. To offer on line condolences visit www.wright-beard.com May there be comfort in knowing that someone so special will never be forgotten... Grief is the reminder that we loved and were loved. Robert's family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Love, Nicole Bailey & Nicholas Neiss (Friends of Rebecca) Rebecca and Family I am so sorry to hear of your dads passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Mitzie Freeman Becky and family, So sorry for your loss, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Miss you my friend. Debbie McGrogan Elanor, I just read a quote from Queen Elizabeth that fits so well. "Grief is the price for loving." I pray that the Lord will bless thee, and your family, and keep thee, and bring His face to shine upon you all, and bring thee Peace. Buck Howard