John Miller

John Miller

November 05, 1956 - August 03, 2025

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John Matthew Miller, 68, of Greenwood, Indiana passed away on August 3, 2025 in Greenwood, Indiana.

Visitation will be held on August 11, 2025, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM followed by a Memorial Service from 7:00 to 8:00 PM at Stevens Mortuary in Indianapolis. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in Decatur, Indiana followed by burial at St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery. 

John was born in Decatur, Indiana to Cletus and Bette Miller on November 5, 1956. He attended Bellmont High School and graduated in 1975. He went on to earn his certifications as an EMT-Paramedic through Ivy Tech and Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.  He attended Butler University where he was a member of TKE Fraternity and co-founded the first EMS Response System for the University.  In 2004 he earned a Bachelor's Degree in General Studies from IUPUI. 

He worked as an EMT-Paramedic for over 30 years at various hospitals and fire departments.  They included Adams County EMS, Lawrence Township Fire Department, Pike Township Fire Department (as a Firefighter) and was a Lieutenant at Wayne Township Fire Department where he was an EMS Duty Officer.  John also worked as a Paramedic for the Indianapolis Airport Authority Fire Department, Wishard Ambulance Service and St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis.  He was also known as an Instructor of CPR, Advanced Life Support, and Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support to laypersons, EMTs, paramedics, nurses, and doctors. In 1987-88 he earned the Preceptor Award at Wishard for his dedication and effort in training.  John took a lot of pride in his service as a paramedic and was honored to take his skills to serve for almost 20 years on the Safety Team for the Indy Racing League and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway where he earned the 1983 Renner Express Speedway Chief Steward Safety Award.  He was a member of the Indianapolis 500 Oldtimers Club, a past Prelate and Member of the Speedway Moose Lodge 500, and a member of the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics. 

John enjoyed outdoor activities such as fishing, running, bicycling, and sailing. He participated in Triathlons and in 1984 was able to qualify for a spot in the Ironman in Hawaii.  When he was younger he raced motocross and played the drums in various local bands.  He even learned how to fly small planes out of Eagle Creek Airport.

John is survived by his son Matthew Miller (Indianapolis), daughter Natalya Miller (Brazil, Indiana), grandson, Hunter Matthew Brandenburg (Brazil, Indiana, brother Stephen Miller (Vicky) (Queensbury, NY) and long-time companion Shirley Allen (Greenwood).  He is preceded in death by his parents, Cletus and Bette Miller (Decatur, Indiana).

Memorial donations may be made to Indiana University Research for Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI).

The family of John Matthew Miller requests donations be made to Indiana University School of Medicine to support traumatic brain injury research. Make memorial gifts payable to “IU Foundation” and mail to IU Foundation, P.O. Box 7072, Indianapolis, IN 46207-7072. Please indicate “In memory of " John Matthew Miller” and "Traumatic Brain Injury Research Fund 0380010027" on the gift.

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John Chamberlain
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Gregg Maddox
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I first met John when we both worked at Aid Ambulance. Later we were partners on Wishard Medic 10 based at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. John was one of the best paramedics I ever worked with and I am proud to have known him and call his a friend. Rest In Peace brother.
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Bob Darnell
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I had the privilege of working with John on Medic 3, stationed at Winona Hospital in late 1984, some of the best times of my life, sorry to hear of his passing, rest well, my friend.
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David Steinmetz
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I worked with John in the 80's at wishard ambulance it was a pleasure working with him as a partner and friend he will be missed but memories will never be lost. P.I.P. JOHN.
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Tony K. Nasser, MD, FACC, FSCAI, FSVM
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May his memory be eternal. I first met John at Wishard Memorial Hospital and then at St. Vincent on 86th St. I had not only a professional, but also a personal relationship with him. He was one of the kindest, most compassionate and humble people that I’ve ever met in the medical field. He was way ahead of the curve when it came to automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) being available to everyone. John always made me feel like the smartest guy in the room went actually it was him. What this world needs is more people like John Miller.
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Teresa (Nasser) Tanoos-Carlock
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John Miller was the kindest, most incredibly loving and patient man, whom I loved and shared a personal relationship with for many years. I introduced him to my late father, William K. Nasser, M.D., and the rest of my family, including my beloved sons, William and Anthony, each of whom he mentored and took under his wing. We all mourn the passing of this dear man, who will forever be remembered as a truly exceptional human being and man of incredible integrity. With much love and gratifude to John. You will be sorely missed by the many lives you touched. Love, Teresa (Nasser) Tanoos-Carlock

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