Words will never fully express the impact that
Rick Miller had on my life. He was one of the best research and teaching mentors I ever had, taking me under his wing and giving me the freedom to ask the questions I was most interested in.
Dr. Miller was one of my biggest cheerleaders when I was applying to grad schools and without his confidence in me, I doubt I would have completed my PhD.
I'll miss you, Dr. Miller. Your legacy will continue on forever thanks to the impact you
had on all your students. Love to Jeanne and your family
.Barry Salomons
Year after year we met Rick and Jeanne here in Lefkas Greece. We were planning a dinner when they would come back from this year's cruise. Rick was not just a client, he was a good friend and we will miss him. Kalo taxidi Rick. We are with you in thoughts, Jeanne ...
Alyce DawsonLast week we lost a wonderful man. Rick Miller was a true renaissance man. He could cook a gourmet meal, conduct an orchestra, sketch and draw beautifully, design and build a pergola (or really anything), fly a plane, skipper a boat, excel at all things academic (winning awards for leading departments, teaching, mentoring, and research), and generally be a an exceptional person and friend.
He played a huge role in my life. Some of the many things he did for me include
including me in Boy Scout trips when I was a pre-teen and teen; teaching me how to sail, including how to navigate at sea, in the dark, without benefit of GPS; teaching me how to make a mean paella; and introducing me to my life long love of the science fiction genre via his Isaac Asimov collection.
We will all miss you so very much.
Jan AndersonSo very sad to hear of the passing of Rick, a lovely, kind man and very good friend. Such fabulous memories of working, and mostly laughing, at Summer Camp in the 1980s and 1990s, in Mallorca. Fond memories too, of staying with Rick, Bev and Nathan in Kearney in the summer of 1993. Always a great host! Sending love to Jeanne, Nathan, Bev and all of the family. Such tragic news
Sara Brady
I learned sad news that one of my mentors passed away from complications of a heart attack while traveling abroad with his wife.
Dr. Rick Miller was an amazing professor, mentor, teacher, storyteller, historian, psychologist, sailor, and just an all-around human. When describing him to others who didn’t know him, I would say, “You know those commercials of the most interesting man in the world? Yeah, that’s him.”
His course, Experimental Social Psychology, was my first introduction to an academic discipline in which I went on to earn two advanced degrees. To say that he influenced my life is a huge understatement.
Here are a few pictures and one video I have of him throughout the years. Thank you, Dr. Miller, for sharing your gifts and talents with the world! Jeanne Butler, sending you lots of love as you grieve such an immense loss. You are not grieving alone.
Beth V Lipscomb I am so sorry for your loss. I am sending you a huge hug. Please take care of yourself.
Denise Waibel-Rycek Good memories. He will really be missed. Hugs to you and your family. I am so grateful we saw you both in March. Memories I will cherish.
Carol Hans You’re in my thoughts and prayers, as is Rick. May he RIP!!
Chele Hardy Rouse Oh no I am so saddened to read this . There are no words, to take away your pain. Our sincerest and heart felt love and wishes to you
Jeanne Butler, Nathan Miller, Kate Phifer, and all of the family
Rebecca Von Boeck Beautiful memories and beautiful pictures of the two of you. Big hugs, Jeanne.
Anita Baggaley We have so many happy memories with you and Rick, at Summer Camp, shows, orchestra concerts, parties at Can Elvis and meals together, to name but a few. Lots of love to everyone and he will be greatly missed. XX
Stephen Baggaley We are so sorry to hear this sad news, but
Rick Miller has been left us with so many happy memories. Thinking of you, Nathan, and all the family. RIP Rick.
Steve Bennett So very sorry to hear this terrible news. I just had lunch with a group of UNK retired professors and shared with them Ricks heart attack and his recovery. Now this terrible news. Thinking of you and May Rick’s Memory Be a Blessing.
Dave Miller Prayers to you and yours, so sorry for your loss
Chari Morris My thoughts and prayers are with you. You were blessed to have had each other. He gave you so many wonderful memories that can never be taken away.
Kevin Byrd I am so proud to count Rick among my friends as well as my mentors. His influence on academia and those who worked alongside him cannot be measured. Take care Jeanne - Rick’s friends are your friends.
Zulema Zapata So sorry for your loss my friend
Christina Miller So sorry for your loss and so glad to have been able to spend time with you two over the last few years and before that on the boat. Rick was an extraordinary teacher, sailor, friend, and "cousin-uncle". Will be asking God to give you and Nathan and Wendy strength.
Harry Wistrand I'm so sad upon hearing this. I hope the wonderful memories you two created together help you in the next few weeks and beyond. I've enjoyed reading about your life and adventures together since we reconnected.
Annie Gottlieb Oh Jeanne. You tried so hard.
Hiromi Suzuki We’ve shared so much great memories through the years. Rick was a wonderful person, wonderful teacher, a wonderful mentor who always taught us to work hard & do our best. No words can describe how this must feel for you. We’ll be here for anything you need. Sending a warm embrace and all our love during this sad time.
Ron Waters Oh Jeanne, my heart breaks for you and the family and friends who loved him. It was my privilege to get to know him. He was a true renaissance man, and I much admired him. I will try to get this news to Carolyn, but she is traveling overseas with her sisters Nene and Kathrine. Much love, Ron & Carolyn
Jessica Farrar His passing is a heartbreaking loss to the world and all who loved and cherished him. Two people could not be more tailor made for each other than you and
Rick Miller. What an amazing person. What a wonderful and full life he lived.
Glenna Hauser I am so very, very sorry for your loss. I have so many memories of you both in Heidelberg. Sending our love.
Amanda Goodwin Benz Rick was a truly amazing person who touched minds and hearts wherever he went.
Kenneth D. Keith Connie and I are so very sorry to hear this news. We will have many good memories of fine times with Rick and send our love to you and your family.
Lara Almond So so sorry to hear this, sending all our thoughts and love xxx
Chuck Sepers So sorry to hear this
Jeanne Butler. My thoughts are with you
Barbara Green Haislip I’m so sorry for your loss. Saddened by what your last few weeks have been. May his memory be a blessing for your family.
Danielle Valenti I am so terribly sorry. I can’t imagine your heartache right now. He was an incredible man who loved you so much.
Brian Kent Baptist Rick Miller and his beloved Jeanne have been significantly inspirational to many, Muriel and I very much included. Your abundant lives and sacred partnership are rich examples to embrace. Sailing, cruising, surrounded by family and friends to the final voyage. You two are so beautiful.
Adam Baggaley So sad to read this. Sending lots of love to you and the family. xxx
Michelle LaFountain So saddened to hear this, Rick was a wonderful, caring friend. My deepest condolences to his entire family.
Serena Scaife So sad to hear this. Thinking of you and all the family. Lots of love to you all xxxx
Fulden Şara I will miss him deeply. I can never pay him back what he done for Chuck. Please take care of yourself there, Jeanne. We will see each other here.
Doc Lopez Jeanne, this is sad news and Cyndie and I send our love to you and your family. I had such respect and admiration for Rick as a person and educator. I know he loved his profession and his students. He always treated me as a colleague, which was so appreciated by me. Please feel free to lean on us if you need too.
Thomas Fields Jeanne, you seem so far away. I want to hold your hand; I want to bring you a glass of wine. Take Care of Jeanne until we can take Care of you.
Barney Beins Linda and I are devastated to hear about Rick. You and he have been our prized friends. We wish you the best in this sad time.
Stacy Darveau Sending prayers for you and your family. Rick will be missed
Kathy Spruill Dudley You two squeezed every drop of happiness from the abyss! Love warriors, you two. Bittersweet. Much love and respect.
Eric Amsel Rick will live through all his good work making everyone around him better. I consider myself fortunate to have been one. What a loss. My heart is broken.
Laurie Miller What a rare, dearly loved man... known and respected by countless people, near and so very far.
I am so thankful to have been included in his remarkable journey... I look forward to a joyful reunion on fairer shores~~~
Oh Captain, My Captain, Bon Voyage
Aniruddha Mukhopadhyay Jeanne, you and Rick have been such inspirations to me. Rick to me was a truly Renaissance man. I was always amazed by how many talents he had. But more than that, he had such a kind heart. And both of you were a welcoming harbor to me during some turbulent times. I am proud to have been his friend for almost 7 years now, and I will miss him deeply. And I am always here for you.
Joe Springer We are so sad to hear this news! We love you. Joe and
Elaine Donald Michael So so sorry to hear this tragic news.
Kim Carlson Jeanne, I am so very sorry to hear this. Rick was a wonderful man, mentor, and friend. My heart is breaking tonight. Sending you lots of love from
Darby and I.
Elisabeth Leembruggen Dear Jeanne, we are shocked to read this. Please know you are thinking of you and send our love and condolences.
Sarah von Schrader Oh Jeanne, I am so very sorry, such terrible news. Loved following you and Rick's adventures over the years. Rick was such a great mentor to so many, he will be missed. Thinking of you!!
Karin Covalt We are so sorry to hear this, Ms. Jeanne. I learned so much from you and Rick. Many of our favorite memories include you two. We send our love and prayers for strength, my dear friend.
Trudy de Goede Jeanne, I'm very sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and the family. We will miss him.
Sara Brady Jeanne, we are so sad to hear this news. You and Rick are legends to Adam and me. Thank you for sharing your travels, updates, and special moments with all of us. Sending you lots of love, hugs, and our condolences.
Kristin Habashi Whitlock I’m so sorry to hear this. Rick was a wonderful man. I’m glad that I had the chance to know and work with him. Rick’s positive influence will continue. My sincere condolences.
Chari Morris Prayers
Diana Raab Luscher So so sorry to hear of the death of
Rick. You both were such great folks to know in Nebraska and we remember you both fondly. Rick will be missed by so many people. We know your heart is broken and for that kind of broken heart we are such novices. May you find some comfort as you work through your grief..
Pat Gash My most sincere condolences to you & yours Jeanne. May God give you the strength & courage as you progress in your Grief.
Beverly Ruth Miller My heart goes out to you. He was such a huge part of what made me who I am today and I know he was that for you.
Sylvia Gallemore Stallings Sending love and prayers.
Emily Balcetis I owe my life as I know it to Rick.
Dana S Dunn My deep condolences, Jeanne. Rick will always be remembered.
Mary Pierce Thinking of you and wishing you well.
Ronald Ellermeier That is such horribly sad news. We are so very sorry for all the people who loved him. He will be missed by all. He was such a giant of a man, so brilliant and accomplished in so many things. He was such a blessing to his family!
Jean Mason Mandernach I am so very sorry to hear of Dr. Miller’s passing. Not only was he an innovative educator and mentor… but he had the rare gift of inspiring his students to believe in themselves. His legacy will live on through so many that he touched.