To the Man With a Groove
With deep regret, we announce the passing of our friend, Phillip Alan Miller. Phil passed away unexpectedly Jan. 3, 2022, at his home in Tooele Utah.
Phil was born Dec. 15, 1955, in Benecia, California, to Major Phillip A. Miller and Marie K. Miller. They moved to Tooele in 1962.
It’s hard to say goodbye to someone who was such a musical guru to many of us in junior high and high school. Phil was the person who knew his music and was always spot on when he told you what records to buy. Where he learned all of this, we don’t know, but he gave all of us a great musical education. While in high school he was a member of the Senior High Band and the Jazz Band.
Upon graduation in 1974 he moved to Salt Lake City. Prior to leaving Tooele he was a member of “The Annex Band.” While living in Salt Lake City his professional career began with these bands: Julie Mark, Liz Drapers Band, 004, A Band Called Ed, GNP, The Boxcar Kids, and his group Pangaea that participated in the Salt Lake City Arts Festival.
Phil was a person who supported everyone in being the best they could be… with a groove. He had the same dedication for his job working with children with disabilities. He was very protective of them and he wanted the best for them.
With that, we wish the best for Phil. We know he’s hangin’ out with Danny G., Randy C., Kevin J., Joe M., and many others. All our love to you Phil and thank you for making our lives happy and danceable.
Phil was preceded in death by his parents.
