Dennis Michael Miller

Dennis Michael Miller, 78, of Decatur, IL, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at 10:52 a.m. in his home. He was born on January 13, 1948, in Decatur, IL, a son of Harold Homer and Joyce M. (Meador) Miller. After Dennis graduated from Stephen Decatur High School in 1966, he went on to serve in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam. Dennis later worked on the production line at ADM – Stratus Foods in Decatur for 32 years until his retirement in 2013. He married Lois Kay (Wernsing) VanZant on December 9, 1994, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Decatur, IL. She survives. Dennis was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Decatur. He enjoyed working outdoors and around his home.

In addition to his wife, Dennis is survived by:

Step-sons, Christian “Chris” (Alison) VanZant of Denver, CO

               Mitchell (Becky) VanZant of Forsythe, IL

                Daniel (Shara Lange) VanZant of Johnson City, TN

Step-daughter, Vanessa VanZant of Decatur, IL

Brother, Steven (Cheryl) Miller of Leesburg, FL

6 step-grandchildren, Lynzee, Lauren, Landon, Calvin, Maddie, & Ruby VanZant

Aunt, Betty Miller of Decatur, IL

Funeral services for Dennis will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church,1 Bachrach Ct., Decatur, IL. Rev Mark Gearig will officiate. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at the church. Burial will follow the services in Harvel Cemetery in Harvel, IL. Memorials may be directed to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church or Traditions Hospice.

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