Michael Anson Miller

Michael Anson Miller, 63, passed away July 31, 2025, after a brave fight to recover from a stroke one year ago. He was determined in his recovery effort, never giving up until God called him home.

Mike was born in Des Moines, Iowa, on January 6, 1962, to Stanley J. and Eileen (Ward) Miller and graduated from Lincoln High School. He was a dedicated and accomplished sales representative in the flooring industry, earning multiple awards and achieving many milestones throughout his career. His success mainly was attributed to his hard work and genuine commitment to building lasting relationships with people.

Mike enjoyed all things outdoors. He liked camping, fishing, hiking, and traveling to new places. He loved sports and, above all, the Green Bay Packers. He was even a Packers shareholder - a testament to his loyalty as a fan. Mike was an animal lover and spoiled his pets, especially his dog Maggie.

Mike was the heart of his family and known for his kindness, sense of humor, compassion, and unwavering devotion. He was a selfless caregiver, tending to his father and mother in their final years and lovingly looking out for his mother-in-law. His love for his wife, Saundra, was evident in the life they built, the travel and adventures they had, and in the shared experience of renovating their dream home in Florida.

Mike will be missed by all who knew him and remembered for his inner strength and resilience, generosity, and love he showed his family, especially his three grandsons who brought him joy.

He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Saundra; son, Dr. Jeremy Miller of Tampa, FL; grandsons, Odin, Barrett, and Torin Miller; brother, Greg Miller; sister, Ruthann (Wayne) Manning of Winterset, IA; mother-in-law, Judy Gustafson of Johnston, IA; sister-in-law, Cathy Cockayne of Des Moines, IA and her son, Cory Cockayne of Longmont, CO; special nieces, Shelly Davis, Tammy (Dennis) Alcala, and Yvonne Tribby (fiancé, Brian); and other extended family.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Doug Miller.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, August 11, 2025, at Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Parkway in West Des Moines, IA, with visitation from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The service will be livestreamed and can be viewed at click here. Private family burial at Resthaven Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be directed to On With Life, 715 SW Ankeny Road, Ankeny, IA, and condolences expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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