Kenny J. Miller left this realm to join another March 19, 2013. He was born Sept. 29, 1959, in Peru. He married Cece Abreu, who survives. He always had a smile for everyone and was possessed of an unparalleled zest for life. He became a citizen of the world at a young age when he began traveling as a salesman with National Chemical Co. This ignited his passion for adventure and travel and became an integral part of who he was. He met Cece in Venezuela and then in 1985, while living in Australia, the couple had their only daughter, Sherina Marie Miller. Together they visited more than 85 countries, eventually settling temporarily in Thailand where they spent 10 years. The family moved to the United States at the turn of the new millenium. He most recently worked as a truck driver, completing hauls of varying distances to satisfy his love and need for traveling. After his wife and daughter, what mattered most in life to him were his friends and family. He loved to laugh and share time with them, especially around a camp/bonfire which could never be too big. He loved to be near the sea and exploring what life had to offer. He liked motorbikes, bungee jumping, playing cards and fishing. The legacy he left was not to sweat the small stuff. He believed in always having a positive attitude no matter where you are or what you do. He would give someone in need the shirt off of his back. And, whether you knew him for five minutes or five years, his warm heart and boisterous laugh always left an indelible impression. He inspired many of us here, and still holds a special place in the hearts of his friends around the world. Also surviving are his daughter, Sherina Marie Miller (and spouse Nathan) Collier; his mother and stepfather, Dulcena and Larry Walls; brothers and sisters: John (and spouse Carol) Miller, Danny (and spouse Laura) Miller, Josh Walls (and Karen), Susan Meyer, Allan (and spouse Krissi) Miller and Lisa (and spouse Paul) Stoikovic; and many nieces and nephews in the United States, Venezuela and Spain. It was his wish to be cremated and have his ashes brought to the places around the world that he so loved. As he was always such a positive spirit, it was his desire that his life be celebrated and not mourned. The family intends to honor his wishes and who he was by doing exactly what he wanted. A ceremony prayer service will be from 2 to 2:30 p.m. today at Sacred Heart, 125 S. Harrison St., Warsaw. Calling is from 1 to 2 p.m. today at the church.
