Clifford “Cliff” Miller

August 1944 – August 5, 2025

Clifford “Cliff” Miller, 80, of Woodland Park, Colorado, passed away peacefully on the evening of August 5, 2025, in hospice care, surrounded by loved ones.

Born in 1944 in Dearborn, Michigan, Cliff and was proceeded in death by his father Clifford A Miller, his mother Marion (Uzon) Miller, and his sister, Joyce Landorf Heatherly.

Cliff is survived by his beloved wife of over 54 years, Bonita Miller; their three children: Zach Miller (Jennifer), Jacob Miller (Jamileth), and Bri Kennel (Jake); and five grandchildren who brought him great joy: Claire, Ethan, Sienna, Ruger, and Rex. He is also survived by his sister, Marilyn (Miller) Hontz (Paul)

Cliff was a proud Vietnam Combat Veteran who served his country as a Navy Corpsman with the Third Marine Division, 3rd Battalion, 3rd Regiment, in the jungles near the DMZ from 1966 to 1967. He provided both critical medical care and deep compassion—on the front lines of combat and as a Med-Cap provider to Vietnamese villagers. Serving from 1964 to 1968, Cliff entered the military by choice, enlisting before the draft began, driven by a personal commitment to serve. Following his time in uniform, he married his college sweetheart, Bonita, and together they built a life rooted in faith, family, and service.

Throughout his life, Cliff devoted himself to Christian ministry. His first ministries were as Assistant Dean of Students at Azusa Pacific University (APU) and Associate Dean of Students at Seattle Pacific University, then later as CEO of three Christian Camps: Sammamish Bible Camp (SAMBICA) in Bellevue, WA, Black Lake Bible Camp in Olympia, WA and 25 years at Michindoh Camp and Conference Center, in Hillsdale, MI. Cliff earned a Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling (72) worked on Masters in Business, specializing in Management and Organizational Development from Clairemont Grad School. He was adjunct professor at Spring Arbor University in Management and Organization Development Master’s program.

His passion was mentoring young men and couples choosing to serve Christ in various ministries. He was known for his quick wit, servant’s heart, and his ability to make everyone feel seen and valued. Whether he was putting out fires or helping others navigate personal ones, Cliff was a steady presence and a source of wisdom, humor, and hope.

Cliff’s legacy is one of selfless love, unwavering faith, and a Christlike example of grace. He lived to bring others closer to Jesus—and did so, not only through words but through a life well-lived. We truly believe he was embraced with a “well done good and faithful servant,” when he entered heaven, because he wholeheartedly embraced God’s love and grace.

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