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Charles "Pete" L. Miller

May 5, 1951 — March 9, 2021

Shiremanstown

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Charles “Pete” L. Miller, Jr.

A Fun-Loving Guy -

Charles “Pete” L. Miller, Jr., age 69, of Shiremanstown, passed away on Tuesday, March 9, 2021.  Pete was born on Saturday, May, 5, 1951 in Harrisburg to the late Charles Leslie Miller, Sr. and Dorothy M. (Jacobs) Miller.  In addition to his parents, Pete is preceded in death by his sister, Nellie; and his beloved golden retriever, Molly.

Pete’s survivors include his four children: Meagan Trantow and husband, Bryan, of Burnsville, MN, Mandy Miller of Henderson, NV, Adrianne Miller of Shiremanstown, Nicolas Miller of Shiremanstown.

Pete was a fun-loving guy with a great smile and a huge heart.  He graduated from Cedar Cliff High School as a part of the class of 1969, where he made many lifelong friends.  In his younger days, he raced motorcycles, winning many competitions along the way.  His love of fast things led him to careers at Sholly’s Cycle Shop, Model Motors Nissan, the L.B Smith Group, and various other dealerships. He also founded Motor-Vation in Mechanicsburg.  Pete enjoyed watching sports and was so excited when his Cleveland Browns made it into the playoffs this year. He loved fishing and traveling and his best memories were vacationing with his kids in Fort Myers Beach, FL.

He served as a volunteer at the Harrisburg State Hospital and always gave back.  If Pete knew you liked or wanted something, chances are he would make sure you got it.  His kindness lives on in his children: Meagan, Mandy, Adrianne and Nicolas.

All are welcome to join Pete’s family on Monday, March 15, 2021, at his in-person gathering of family and friends from 4:00 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. and virtually beginning at 5:15 p.m. until time of service at sometime between 5:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at Buhrig Funeral Home & Crematory, 37 East Main Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055; with Celebrant George A. Spangler officiating.  Pete’s family invites everyone to join them for a time of food and fellowship at Buhrig’s Gathering Place (next to the funeral home) immediately following the service.  Cremation was private.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in celebration of Pete’s life can be made to The Ronald McDonald House Charities, Inc., 26345 Network Place, Chicago, IL 60673-1263, www.rmhc.org/donate.

Pete’s family has entrusted his care to Buhrig Funeral Home & Crematory in Mechanicsburg, (717) 766-3421.  Read Pete’s full obituary, view his memorial video and portrait, offer condolences and sympathy, share stories and memories, upload photographs and videos, light a candle and sign his official guest book by visiting Buhrig.com.

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Virtual Gathering via Video Chat

Family and friends are welcome to join Pete's family via video chat or telephone on Monday, March 15, 2021, beginning at approximately 5:15 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

We use Zoom for internet video chat and telephone conference calling.  There is no charge for you to participate.  Simply click on the link below or dial the telephone number below to be connected to the event.

Join from PC, Mac, iOS or Android: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84970189759? with passcode 3421

Join by telephone:   415-762-9988   or   646-568-7788   and enter meeting number 849 7018 9759 with passcode 3421

By participating in this chat you agree to our “Internet Video Chat & Telephone Chat Policies” which can be found at www.Buhrig.com/Privacy-Policy.

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Service Schedule

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Gathering of Family & Friends

Monday, March 15, 2021

4:00 - 5:30 pm (Eastern time)

Buhrig Funeral Home & Crematory

37 East Main Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

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Monday, March 15, 2021

Starts at 5:30 pm (Eastern time)

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37 East Main Street, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

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Monday, March 15, 2021

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