Kenneth E. Miller, 91, of Polo, passed away Friday, October 16, 2020 at CGH Medical Center in Sterling with his family by his side. Kenneth was born March 8, 1929 in Leaf River to the parents of Art and Ada Miller. He and wife Alice were married on December 18, 1953 in Polo and celebrated nearly 67 years of marriage. Kenneth farmed in Polo for over 65 years until his retirement just 2 years ago. He enjoyed collecting toy machinery and all things farming. Ken was a loving husband, father and grandfather.
He is survived by his wife Alice; daughters Marilyn (Mike) Deal of Northglenn, Co and Judy (Angelo) Rukel of Bartlett, IL, daughter-in-law Betty Miller; sisters Betty Wells of Mt. Morris and Darlene Barnhart of Polo; 7 Grandchildren and 7 Great-Grandchildren; and his faithful furry companion Toby.
Ken is preceded in death by a son Richard; sisters Margaret Bolen, Helen Byers and Mae Leupkas; brother Everett in infancy.
A graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday at Fairmount Cemetery in Polo where the family has asked if attending please wear facial coverings. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Kenneth Miller Memorial.
Condolences may also be sent to pffh.condolences@gmail.com.
