[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 111 (Friday, August 7, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1638]
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                          WALLY MILLER EULOGY

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                          HON. DAVID McINTOSH

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, August 7, 1998

  Mr. McINTOSH. Mr. Speaker, it is with great remorse that I stand 
before you today to pay homage to a man who has worked to make a 
difference for the people of Indiana. Wally Miller was a man who to me 
epitomized that American dream and symbolized what our great country 
stands for. Wally Miller's list of achievements and contributions to 
his community are overflowing due to his sincere determination to his 
God, family, friends, state, and country. He is a true citizen, 
philanthropist, and friend.
  Wally Miller is a graduate of Purdue University and Ball State 
University. He spent the first ten years of his professional life 
working as an engineer in the industrial sector. In 1969, Wally began 
his work in the family health care business. He served as the chief 
executive officer and the chief financial officer of Miller's Merry 
Manor until 1989. Miller's Merry Manor is Indiana's largest independent 
operator of nursing homes with 32 facilities. Since 1989, Wally has 
spent much of his time working on behalf of the health care industry, 
and managing the family Property Company.
  Wally Miller cared deeply about our children's future. As a member of 
the Indiana Chamber of Commerce Board. Wally has been a true champion 
for the business community and has worked tirelessly to bring about 
real, meaningful, and comprehensive education reform in Indiana. Wally 
Miller has also served as a member of the Indiana Fiscal Policy 
Institute and he was a council member for the Boy Scouts of America.
  Wally Miller is survived by his wife, June; children Beth Ingram, 
Aimee Riemke, Tom, Michael Miller, stepsons Ben, Andy Camp; mother 
Connie Conklin Miller; sisters Beverly Stevens, Barbara Miller, 
brothers V. Richard, R. James Miller; and five grandchildren.
  In closing, I can only begin to enumerate on Wally Miller's long and 
distinguished list of contributions and achievements. To me what really 
makes a person truly great is the desire to help to improve the lives 
of the people around them. During his 61 years on earth, Wally Miller 
worked tirelessly toward this goal. For this reason, Wally we will miss 
you and Godspeed.

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