January 2001 • Volume 7 Number 1
Remembering Mike
To the editor:
On Oct. 8, my son, Michael Miller, J.D., the AAFP's deputy executive vice president and a 32-year Academy employee, died suddenly of a heart attack at age 57. How can we ever express our gratitude for the subsequent outpouring of love and support from Academy leaders, members and staff? While these have been the most difficult weeks of my life, your warmth and love have helped dull our deep hurt and pain.
Our family was overwhelmed by the Academy's thoughtful tribute to Mike's life after his funeral; the AAFP Board's decision to contribute to Mike's memorial fund and the many other contributions by members, organizations and staff; the beautiful flowers; and the many cards and letters we've received. It is comforting to know that someone we loved so much was loved by all of you. I know, however, that your affection was invited by his obvious love for you. No one could ask for a better life than he had, serving America's family physicians and their special organization.
On behalf of Mike's family, thank you all for seeing in him the same wonderful qualities that we did, and for making his life that much richer.
Helen Miller
Pratt, Kan.Editor's Note: At press time, $20,140 had been contributed to Mike's memorial fund. Contributions may be sent to: The Mike "Tubie" Miller Scholarship Fund, c/o The Williams Educational Fund, University of Kansas, 210 Wagnon, Lawrence, KS 66045.
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