Lonnie R. Miller

Lonnie R. Miller November 15, 1944 - August 15, 2026 Lonnie R. Miller, 81, passed away on August 15, 2026, in Turlock, California, leaving behind a beautiful legacy deeply rooted in faith, family, love, and laughter. Lonnie was born on November 15, 1944, to Brady and Nellie Miller. He spent many years of his life in Los Banos, California, before moving to Waterford and later Turlock, where he passed away surrounded by the family he loved so deeply. Above all else, Lonnie was a man of faith. He loved and faithfully served the Lord throughout his life and made it a priority that his family knew the love of Jesus and the promise of eternal life through Him. His Bible was part of his everyday life, he read it faithfully each day, and he found great joy and comfort in listening to worship music. For Lonnie, faith wasn't simply something he spoke about; it was something he lived and passed down through the generations of his family. During the many years Lonnie lived in Los Banos, he attended Westside Baptist Church. His devotion to the Lord remained a constant throughout his life. Lonnie devoted 37 years to PG&E, beginning his career as a lineman and spending the majority of hi...[more]

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areer as a foreman before retiring. He took pride in his work and the many years he dedicated to his profession. Outside of work, Lonnie was a man of many interests and talents. He enjoyed woodworking, playing pool, camping and fishing, and in his younger years, hunting. Some of life's simplest moments brought him the greatest joy, playing cards, sharing good food, celebrating holidays, and simply spending quality time with the people he loved. Those who knew Lonnie also knew his wonderful sense of humor. Family adventures and gatherings often came with a prank, a joke, or a story at someone's expense that would be laughed about and retold for years to come. He created countless memories through camping and fishing trips, family vacations, holidays, and simply being together. His greatest joy was his family. He was immensely proud of his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren and treasured watching his family grow through five generations. He was a source of wisdom, comfort, strength, and laughter. He was a safe place, a shoulder to cry on, and a rock for his family through both life's greatest celebrations and its most difficult seasons. Lonnie is survived by his loving wife, Donnie Miller; his children, Teresa Schneider (Curtis) and Michael Miller (Audrey); his six grandchildren, Loni Jones (Ken), Trevor Wilkins (Ashley), Lindsey Miller, Shelby Graham (Samuel), Leah Wilkins, and Trey Wilkins (Caitlin); five great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Brady and Nellie Miller; his sisters, Dortha and Arita; his beloved late wife, Delores J. Miller; and his daughter-in-law, Tammie Miller. Lonnie leaves behind far more than memories. He leaves a legacy of faith that will continue through the generations of his family. He taught them the importance of loving deeply, laughing often, spending time together, and standing beside one another through every season of life. Most importantly, he made sure his family knew Jesus and understood that this life is not the end. Though his family will deeply miss his presence, his stories, his laughter, his wisdom, and the comfort of simply knowing Papa was there, they find peace in knowing that the faith he held so firmly throughout his life has now become sight. His legacy will live on in every generation that follows him. "Well done, good and faithful servant." Matthew 25:23 Celebration of Life Family and friends are invited to gather on Saturday, August 29, 2026, to celebrate and honor Lonnie's life. Whitehurst Funeral Chapel 2350 Blossom Street Dos Palos, California 93620 Viewing: 10:00 a.m. Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Burial: 12:00 p.m. Following the burial, family and friends are invited to continue celebrating Lonnie's life with a gathering at Shelby Graham's home in Los Banos. Everyone is welcome to bring a dish for a potluck-style meal, spend time together, share memories, and swim. As we gather to remember Lonnie, we celebrate not only a life deeply loved, but a man whose faith pointed his family toward the promise that they will one day be together again.