Bernard Clinton Miller

Bernard C. “Bernie” Miller was born November 28, 1932 in Omaha, Nebraska to Claude and Margaret (Clinton) Miller. Bernie grew up in North Omaha, and graduated from Holy Name Catholic School in 1947. Bernie served his country during the Korean War in the Marine Corps from January 1953 until his honorable discharge in January 1956. He was discharged holding the rank of Sargeant. Bernie married Kathleen Valasek-Hopkins on November 24, 1969. The couple made their home near Waterloo, Nebraska. Bernie was a talented bricklayer and stone mason, and worked his craft for over 50 years. He began working with his father at Miller Construction in Omaha, then spent time with Monfort Construction, and worked in various places throughout the country: Schuyler, Nebraska, Florida and Colorado. He was active in the Local #15 and the Knights of Columbus. In addition to his construction work, Bernie helped Kathleen with Hoppy’s Bar and Lake near Waterloo. Kathleen preceded Bernie in death in May of 2013. Bernie enjoyed hunting and fishing; golfing with his friends, watching boxing, and generally “BS’ing”everybody. Bernie died on August 5, 2016 at Nye Legacy in Fremont, Nebraska at the age of 83 years, 8 months, and 8 days. He was preceded in death by his parents Claude, Sr. and Margaret Miller, wife Kathleen Miller, sister Rita Ecabert, brothers Dr. Claude Miller, Jr. and Edward Miller. Bernie is survived by sister, Margaret Miller, R.S.C.J.; children Rick and Maggie Hopkins, Karen Hascall, Mark and Deb Hopkins, Jeff and Jacquie Hopkins, Greg and Kathy Hopkins, Kim and Tim East; 12 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Bernard C. “Bernie” Miller, November 28, 1932-August 5, 2016. Preceded in death by parents Claude, Sr. and Margaret Miller, wife Kathleen Miller, sister Rita Ecabert, brothers Dr. Claude Miller, Jr. and Edward Miller. Survived by sister, Margaret Miller, R.S.C.J.; children Rick and Maggie Hopkins, Karen Hascall, Mark and Deb Hopkins, Jeff and Jacquie Hopkins, Greg and Kathy Hopkins, Kim and Tim East; 12 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial service to be held at Noon on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2016 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Valley with visitation one hour prior to the service and military honors to follow

Bernard Clinton Miller

November 28, 1932 - August 5, 2016