Stephen R. Miller
of Kirkwood

Stephen R. Miller, 54, of Kirkwood, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 4, 2007. He is survived by his loving family; wife of 23 years, Dorinne; one son, Dan Miller, Kirkwood; one sister, Jacqueline Miller, Long Island; his parents-in-law, Michael and Lois Badner, Pa.; two sisters-in-law, Michele Badner, Maryann and Robert Matoushek, all of Pa.; and several cousins. He was a loving family man who was especially supportive of his son regardless of the activity involved, he also enjoyed hunting camp during deer season with his in-laws. He was very dedicated to his Catholic faith, he was a First Degree member of the Knights of Columbus in Kirkwood and was always up to date with the latest church doctrine. He remained active for over 40 years with the Boys Scouts and was a member of the Onteora Alumni Association. Stephen graduated from Hofstra University and started with WCDC in Carbondale, Pa., where he met his future wife, he also worked for WRAK/WKSB in Williamsport, Pa., following which he became a dedicated employee at WICZ-TV 40 for over 21 years as the Chief Broadcasting Engineer. He was also the Broadcast Engineer for Trinity Broadcast Network. He enjoyed Polka, Country Western, and Bluegrass music attending the German Festival annually. Though known by his wrestling name "Evil Dr. Miller" in high school, he loved to read and was better known as being easy going and jovial. He will be sorely missed by his loving family and friends.
Funeral services will be held 9:30 a.m. Saturday, February 10, 2007, from the Savage Funeral Home, 338-344 Conklin Ave., Binghamton, followed by a Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's R.C. Church, Rt. 11, in Kirkwood, with Rev. Thomas F. Catucci officiating. The family will welcome friends at the funeral home on Friday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.

A video tribute done by WICZ  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9R6OObYKfeY&feature=youtu.be