Birth date: Apr 5, 1987 Death date: Sep 27, 2013
Derek Rhys Miller, 26 of Sterling, Virginia passed away at home on Friday, September 27, 2013. Derek was born Sunday, April 5, 1987, in Silver Spring, MD. He was a lifelong resident of Northern VA, living in Sterling for the past Read Obituary
Hello Matt, Kathi , and Family,
My heart goes out to you for the loss of your dear loved one. May you take peace in remembering the wonderful days that you spent with him. You are in my prayers and thoughts.
Love, Peace and Blessings!
Gloria Yates
I am shocked and grieved to learn of this wonderful young man's passing. I still remember meeting Kim's first child at a HS reunion and how loving and in love with him she was. My heart is with Kim and Derek's brothers and father and his wife and his beautiful little girl in this time of terrible loss and deep grief.
Matt and Kathi
I am sorry for Derek and you. Although I did not know Derek, I am sure he had great qualities since you are both great people. I hope time will help - Everyone says that - but I think it may be true. We are fellow employees but more important friends, so if I can help, please tell me
Tom Wells
My heart goes out , and my thoughts are with you. The pictures brings back great memories of christmas and other special events with Miller family, Remebering Derek as a infant to toddler to teenager and on.Take Care, Love, Brian Smith, Diana Carranza
We send our deepest sympathy from across the years. We have beautiful memories of Derek as a young child at our church.
Steve and Terry Dick
I have fond memories of looking up to you with Kevin and our circle back in the day...you've always been a kind yet absolutely and ridiculously hilarious soul...I am so sorry for you and yours and offer my deepest condolences. Rest in peace my friend.
Derek, my prayers go out to you and yours. Everyone knew Derek in their own way. He made them feel happy and special with his generous spirit and smile. Derek Rhys was handsome, true, and with an undiminished sense of humor. I first met him in our International Relations class, when I moved to a new school senior year. He was social, boisterous, intelligent, and full of passion any time there was a chance of a debate. I then met him through a mutual friend in a more laid back setting, and we became good friends. It was nice getting to hang out with him more this past year. There's something about him I always wanted to know more of. I wish I had managed my time better with school and work so I could have come over more. Derek, I don't feel bad that I'm polite, and like that you recognized that in me. Kindness is good, manners are good, and these are things that you always appreciated. You were a great friend, a good family member, and an extremely talented musician. Most of all you were a very special person here. There won't ever be anyone exactly like you. A part of you will live in Shia and will continue for generations to come. I'll keep alive the fond memories in my heart and mind, and i'll be happy knowing that your cherished spirit lives on. I will make sure to drop off Christmas presents at your home for your daughter for years to come. Oh Derek to our moments with good friends, to our moments alone, to being honest, to playing the guitar, to singing, to laughing, and to love. You had the power to make me and many others feel special, and that's because you were a true darling and a beaming light! In the heavens you are now and until I see you again, I will miss you and think of you when I feel the sun on my back. With love and blessings, Ana Lorena Ospina.
Miller Family ~ Loudoun's Fire & Rescue members have the rare privileged of getting to know wonderful families during tough times. On that morning, I saw emergency lights coming into my bedroom just before the phone rang for me to go to your house. As an EMS Chaplain, my family is accustom to me getting calls at all hours of the day or night, but not to help a neighbor a few quick steps away. In reading the fond memories of friends and family, it is obvious Derek was loved by many, made his own path, and loved his family and friends. We are sorry for your loss and remain ready to help any way we can. ~ Peace to your family and friends. Chaplain Andrew Young
