Service Information
Michael A. “Spike” Miller, age 59, of South Haven, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, April 14, 2021, at North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale, Minnesota.
Memorial Service will be Saturday, April 24, 2021, 11:00 A.M. at American Lutheran Church in Gaylord with interment in Butterfield Cemetery in Butterfield, Minnesota, at a later date.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the church.
Masks are required and social distancing guidelines will be followed.
American Lutheran Church does require face coverings at the funeral per Pastor Paul.
Obituary
Michael “Spike” Alvin Miller was born on June 7, 1961, in Pipestone, Minnesota. He was the son of Roger and Ronna (Lubenow) Miller. Michael was baptized as an infant and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth in the Lutheran faith. He grew up in Stewart and Gaylord, Minnesota. After graduation in 1979, he went to Brainerd Vocational School. His first job was at Burger Brothers in Edina, Minnesota, then to Gander Mountain for many years, taking him to Bemidji, St. Cloud, Woodbury and Ohio. He was a fishing guide at Bristol Bay Lodge in Alaska for three summers. His next and last job was in Prescott, Wisconsin, where he was a store manager for Tractor Supply.
His passion was hunting and fishing--anywhere and anytime. It took him to many states, Canada, Alaska and Argentina. He loved to travel and he enjoyed music and getting together with his many friends. Michael was an avid Minnesota Twins and Viking fan. He took many of the Twin players on fishing outings.
Michael passed away after fighting a courageous battle with many health issues on April 14, 2021, at North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale at the age of 59 years. Blessed be his memory.
Michael is survived by his:
Mother, Ronna Miller of South Haven, MN;
Sisters, Michelle Feeley and her husband, Albert III of Tarboro, NC, and
Melissa Miller and her significant other, Eric Van Buren of Truman, MN;
Nephew, Greyson Miller;
Aunts, Ordell Klucas of Buffalo Lake, MN, and Beverly Phifer of Glencoe, MN;
Uncle, Virgil Freitag of Butterfield, MN;
Great Uncle, Leroy Gehrke of Hutchinson, MN;
Many friends and other relatives.
Michael was preceded in death by his Father, Roger Miller; Grandparents, Ike and Beatrice Lubenow, Benjamin and Mabel Miller; Step Grandfather, Chris Knutsen; Aunt, Carol Freitag.
Lori Turbett says
My deepest sympathies to all the family!
Pete Harsh says
The outdoor world just lost a great sportsman and the world lost an even better man. We will miss you Spike. Honored to have enjoyed your company.
Sherri Ford says
Prayers to you all as you celebrate Michaels remarkable life.
Kevin & Carol McKown says
My wife and I both worked with “Spike” at Gander in Maple Grove, MN. He was a passionate sportsman with a larger than life personality. He will be dearly missed and my deepest sympathies go to all who knew and loved him. Tommy and I will catch a big one, name it Spike, and let it go! Rest in peace my friend!