Johnny W. “Jack” Miller, 89, of Shelbyville, passed away on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Ashford Place Health Campus in Shelbyville.
He was born January 11, 1936, in Shelbyville, the son of John and Doretha (Roberts) Miller. On November 8, 1957, he married Joyce Ann Amos, and she preceded him in death on November 1, 2021.
Jack is survived by his sons, Kim Miller and wife, Tracy, of Shelbyville, and Kyle Miller and wife, Amy, of Martinsville; daughter, Kelly Hurley and husband, Brian, of Liberty, South Carolina; brother, Max Miller and wife, Joy, of Bloomfield; grandchildren, Rachel, Jake, Sam, Kyra, Trae, Dustin, Erin and Danielle; 17 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to Joyce, Jack was preceded in death by his parents.
Jack graduated from Waldron High School in 1954.
He served in the National Guard.
Jack retired from the Indianapolis Star, with over 30 years of service.
He was an active member of Lewis Creek Baptist Church, where he taught adult Sunday school, served as a deacon and enjoyed participating in church events. Jack also volunteered on mission trips, helping rebuild areas struck by hurricanes.
Jack enjoyed going fishing, coaching youth sports and watching sports, He especially liked the Indianapolis 500, New York Yankees, and the Indianapolis Colts. He was also a member of the Optimist Club.
He was a family man and loved spending time with his children and grandchildren. Jack had a servant’s heart and enjoyed spending time visiting with and ministering to his friends in nursing facilities.
Visitation will be from 10 am to Noon, Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.
Funeral services will follow at Noon, with Rev. Bill Horner officiating.
Interment will be at Lewis Creek Baptist Cemetery in Shelby County.
Memorial contributions may be made to Scuffy, 126 N. Harrison St., Shelbyville, Indiana.
Online condolences may be shared with Jack’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.
