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Born in Burke County, NC on July 9, 1954, he was the son of the late Carey Ellis Miller and Hazel Virginia Fortner Miller.
Dallas was a member of El Bethel Baptist Church and retired from the USFDA and family farm. Mr. Miller had a passion for farming, which was his lifes calling. He loved that he was producing things to benefit others. Dallas had served as president of the Burke County Cattlemens Association and was the recipient of the Cattleman of the Year Award, also known as the Ernie Mac Reed Award. He also served the community as a member of the Burke County School Board. Dallas was an avid bear hunter who treasured his relationship with his hunting partners and dearly loved his hunting dogs. An avid family man, he was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Debbie Carswell Miller; sons, Philip Leonard (Christie), Clinton Miller (Wendy), and Ben Miller; daughter, Jennifer Nicholson (Kaleb); grandchildren, Lily Leonard, Neecey Nicholson, and Elden Nicholson; siblings, Betty Wilfong (Jack), Patsy Bumgarner (Harmon), David Miller (Cheryl), and Owonia Hudson (Johnny); numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family; and the mother of his children, Mary Miller.
In addition to his parents, Dallas was preceded in death by a brother, Johnny Miller.
The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Monday, June 23, 2025 at El Bethel Baptist Church. The memorial service will follow at noon in the church with Rev. Justin Cunningham officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to El Bethel Baptist Church, PO Box 2518, Morganton, NC 28680.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Visitation
June 23, 2025
11 a.m. - noon
El Bethel Baptist Church
Service
June 23, 2025
noon
El Bethel Baptist Church
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Dallas was a great friend to all who new him. His capacity to help others knew no bounds. I met him while conducting a training to become a Subject Matter Expert in Composting. Dallas excelled in the class and conducted many deployments where he helped farmers and producers deal with their tragic poultry losses due to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. In all cases, Dallas lead with his humanity followed closely by his capable composting skills. I had the pleasure of working with him on Maryland during a very stressful outbreak. His calm demeanor and humor made many difficult situation easier to bear. His impacts were bountiful and I for one could not think of a better person to call colleague and friend. Rest easy Dallas, we'll take it from here...
So sorry for your loss.
Friends an hunting buddies over 45 years Dallas was a great friend Will be missed prayers for Debbie and David an all the family
Dallas will be missed by many. Too many memories to list as we cousins grew up. Memories of good times hunting as family here and up north in Michigan. God speed Dallas. The dogs have struck and the race is on. Full cry rolling. See ya at the tree.
Dallas was a sweet person. I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Love and prayers for each of you. May you lean on God for peace and comfort. Mary Alice Bartles
Debbie i am so sorry for your loss. Love you bunches. God bless you.
My heart and prayers are with the family and friends. He was a legend in my son in law and my daughter eyes and to many of people. My condolences to all.