Royal Arthur Miller

Royal Arthur Miller, 69, of Webb City, MO, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 11:50 a.m., surrounded by loved ones at his home.

Royal Arthur Miller, lovingly known as “Bear,” was born on March 9, 1956, in Monroe, Wisconsin, to Evelyn (Kahl) Miller and Gaylord Miller.

Bear married the love of his life, Sally, on July 10, 1980. He was a semi-truck driver for more than 30 years. Bear attended church at Spring Grove Apostolic Faith and New Living Faith and Fire in Galena, KS. His hobbies included woodworking, fishing, camping, watching westerns (with John Wayne being his favorite), going to church, and passionately cheering for the Green Bay Packers. More than anything, Bear loved spending time with his family and friends.

Bear is survived by his three children: Charlease Stover (Mark) of Webb City, MO; Ashley Miller (Meghan) of Joplin, MO; and Matt Ray (Shannon) of Galena, KS. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren and their spouses, 22 great-grandchildren, and one expected great-great-grandbaby.

He is survived by one brother, Randy Miller (Peggy) of Iowa; one sister, Candace Murray of Texas; and several nieces, nephews, and extended or adopted family members.

Bear was preceded in death by his parents, Evelyn and Gaylord Miller; his wife, Sally Miller; one sister, Charlease Johnson; two brothers, Gary Miller and Terry Miller; and three great-grandbabies.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are under the personal care of Ozark Memorial Park Crematory of Joplin, MO.