Vernon L. Miller, 84, of Wolcott, died at 11:45 p.m. Sunday, October 2, 2011 at Lakeview Commons in Monticello. He was born January 1, 1927 in Wolcott to the late Ben and Kathryn (Kyburz) Miller and attended Wolcott Schools until leaving to help his father on the family farm. Mr. Miller was a Heavy Equipment Operator in the United States Army during World War II. His marriage was to Joyce Anker on November 27, 1947 in Monon at her family home. She survives. Mr. Miller farmed grain and livestock throughout his life. He was an accomplished farmer who helped others with custom combining. He sold fruit and Christmas Trees for many years, and enjoyed his interaction with the customers, giving hayrides to the children and their families. Mr. Miller was an excellent butcher and worked for the John Schmidt Butcher Shop as well. In retirement, he mowed yards to keep busy. He was a member of the Wolcott United Methodist Church, the Wolcott American Legion and was a past member of the Moose Lodge. He was also a member of the Lafayette Great Banquet Community. Vernon was so proud of his family and loved spending time with them dancing and performing in the family band. He liked country music and was an avid swing dancer. The Sunday breakfasts were a time to enjoy being together and discussing life's events. He enjoyed the annual fishing trips to Minnesota, his big garden and mushroom hunting. Surviving with his wife are their children, Dennis Miller (wife: Lana) of Remington, Darryl Miller (wife: Patty) of Idaville, Luann Johnson (husband: Phillip "Dallas"), Dwain Miller, Darwin Miller, Deon Miller (wife: Sherri) and Doran Miller (wife: Paula) all of Wolcott and a sister, Carolyn Benker of Lafayette. Also surviving are two brother-in-laws, Duane Schneider and James Anker (wife: Carmen), and two sister-in-laws, Marilyn and Janet Miller. Vernon loved his family so much, especially his 19 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. He always had candy in his pocket for them to look forward to. Friends may call from 3-8 p.m. Wednesday, October 5, 2011 at the Remington United Methodist Church and also from 10 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 11 a.m. Thursday, October 6, 2011; Rev. Mary van Wijk and Pastor Wayne Williams to officiate. Interment to follow in Wolcott Cemetery. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Earl and Rueben Miller and a sister, Juanita Schneider. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Wolcott or Remington United Methodist Church.