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James Bonafus “J.B.” Miller

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Birth	:	4 Dec 1929 New Leipzig, Grant County, North Dakota, USA
Death	:	1 Jul 2015 Fargo, Cass County, North Dakota, USA
Burial	:	Calvary Cemetery, Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate	:	46.8913994, -98.7332993
Description	:	James B. Miller, 85, of Mayville, ND died on Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND. Jim, known as JB to his many friends, was born in New Leipzig, ND on December 4, 1929 to Susan and Joseph Miller. Jim graduated from St. James Academy in Grand Forks, ND. He later enlisted in the US Navy serving aboard the USS Daly during the Korean War. Jim was proud of his service in the Navy and often told stories of his travel around the world. Some of his best friends and times were with his "Navy buddies"... Read More	James B. Miller, 85, of Mayville, ND died on Wednesday, July 1, 2015 at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, ND. Jim, known as JB to his many friends, was born in New Leipzig, ND on December 4, 1929 to Susan and Joseph Miller. Jim graduated from St. James Academy in Grand Forks, ND. He later enlisted in the US Navy serving aboard the USS Daly during the Korean War. Jim was proud of his service in the Navy and often told stories of his travel around the world. Some of his best friends and times were with his "Navy buddies" over the years. Jim and Marilyn (Iverson) were married August 13, 1956 at St. Michaels Catholic Church in Grand Fork, ND. Marilyn passed away in 1981. Jim's occupation was a butcher at a family-owned grocery business, Miller's Super Fair in Grand Forks before starting a grocery store of his own in Jamestown, ND in 1968. He later moved the store down the street to the former Tempo space and opened a True Value hardware store. His son, Jeff, entered into the grocery business asking his dad to lead the meat department for Millers Fresh Foods. Jim grew the meat department into a successful business. In his retirement, Jim continued to work, driving the store van making deliveries between two of Jeff's eight stores. His dog, Billie would accompany him in the passenger seat on his travels between the stores. Jim was very outgoing, a great story teller with a witty sense of humor and would easily strike up a conversations with strangers. He had an interest in history and politics and his faith in God and his family were the important parts of his life. Jim faced many challenges, but his faith kept him going strong. Jim's life mattered and made an imprint on many people's lives. He will be greatly missed. Jim is survived by his daughters: Mary Jo (Neil) Swanson, Julie (Bob) Miller-Erler; son: Jeff (Lori Morkve) Miller; brother: Frank (Phyllis) Miller; nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife: Marilyn; his daughter: Amy; three sisters; three brothers; and his parents. Funeral Service: 10:00 AM Saturday, July 4, 2015 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Mayville, ND. Military Honors: May~Port Honor Guard and the ND Military Funeral Honors Burial: Calvary Cemetery, Jamestown, ND. Adapted from Baker & Lindsay-Carlson Funeral Homes obituary

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James Bonafus “J.B.” Miller's memorial is located at: Calvary Cemetery, Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA.
When did James Bonafus “J.B.” Miller death?
James Bonafus “J.B.” Miller death on 1 Jul 2015 in Fargo, Cass County, North Dakota, USA
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Latitude: 46.8913994
Longitude: -98.7332993

Family Members:

Parent

Joseph Albert Miller

(1891 - 1944)

Susan M. Phillips Miller

(1892 - 1986)

Spouse

Marilyn Jean Iverson Miller

(1932 - 1981)

Siblings

Margaret Marcia Miller Baumgartner

(1917 - 2004)

Donald Herbert Miller

(1918 - 1985)

Irene Katherine Miller Trudel

(1921 - 2003)

Roy George Miller

(1923 - 1995)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Calvary Cemetery
Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.8913994, -98.7332993

2. McGinnis Cemetery
Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.9202995, -98.7244034

3. Jamestown State Hospital Cemetery
Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.8717400, -98.6830000

4. Old Jamestown State Hospital Cemetery
Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.8685034, -98.6829357

5. Highland Home Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.9331017, -98.7341995

6. Sunset Memorial Gardens
Jamestown, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.9486008, -98.6932983

7. Eldridge Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.9211006, -98.8617020

8. Spiritwood Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.9219017, -98.5014038

9. Sacred Heart Cemetery
Fried, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0448840, -98.6573350

10. Valley Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.7765390, -98.5642450

11. Saint Margaret Mary Cemetery
Buchanan, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0662910, -98.8232060

12. Buchanan Cemetery
Buchanan, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0662900, -98.8237100

13. Saint Paulines Cemetery
Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.8925018, -99.0307999

14. Saint Huberts Cemetery
Montpelier, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.7042007, -98.5864029

15. Brown Family Cemetery
Sharlow, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.7036970, -98.8810780

16. Montpelier Community Cemetery
Montpelier, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.6885830, -98.5867000

17. Montpelier Lutheran Cemetery
Montpelier, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.6964000, -98.5650000

18. German Zion Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery
Courtenay, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1391983, -98.6350021

19. Rude Family Burials
Greenland Township, Barnes County, USA
Coordinate: 46.7108001, -98.4385113

20. Cleveland Cemetery
Cleveland, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 46.8913190, -99.1317110

21. Bethany Prairie Cemetery
Wimbledon, Barnes County, USA
Coordinate: 47.0720550, -98.4068740

22. Rest Cemetery
Pingree, Stutsman County, USA
Coordinate: 47.1685982, -98.9096985

23. North Marion Reformed Church Cemetery
Barnes County, USA
Coordinate: 46.6875560, -98.3970590

24. Adrian Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.6070860, -98.5578020