McCade Miller

McCade Ryan Miller, 45, of Lawn, TX, peacefully passed away on September 27, 2024 in his loving home surrounded by his beloved family.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. at Lawn Baptist Church, in Lawn, TX with a burial following at Counts Cemetery. There will also be a Celebration of Life at the Family Life Center at Lawn Baptist Church immediately following the burial. Services are under the direction of The Hamil Family Funeral Home, 6449 Buffalo Gap Rd, Abilene, TX.

McCade was born in Abilene, TX to Rex and Kathy Miller on May 14, 1979. He graduated from Jim Ned High School in 1998. McCade married the love of his life, Brooke Killough Miller, on May 22, 2004 on the family ranch in Content. He began a successful dirt construction business in 1998, Miller Dirt Work, along with his father and brother. He and his wife also began building homes in 2016, taking after his parents, long time builders in the Big Country. His true passion was ranching and raising cattle along with his family, that he has done for many years.

McCade was one of a kind. A humble servant, McCade dedicated his life to helping others, always putting their needs before his own. His unwavering compassion and kindness touched countless lives and he never missed an opportunity to lend a hand or offer a comforting word. Known for his warm smile and comforting spirit, McCade made friends wherever he went, embodying the belief that everyone deserves kindness and understanding. McCade set the bar high for those around him, inspiring family, friends, and even strangers with his positive outlook on life. He approached each day with gratitude and faith, reminding us all of the importance of community and support. A true warrior, he faced challenges with courage and grace, leaving a legacy of love and service that will endure.

McCade was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Bayne and Gracie Miller and maternal grandfather, FJ Hanna. His cousin, Matt Gully, and Aunt Susan and Uncle Gary Hanna also preceded him in death.

McCade is survived by his loving wife, Brooke Killough Miller and his precious daughters, McCaylee Brooke Miller and Maizee Ryan Miller. Also, his parents Rex and Kathy Miller, grandmother, Dortha Hanna,  and brother and sister-in-law, Miles and Stephenee Miller, nephews Mason, McCray and niece Marlee, his in-laws, Donny and Lavelle Killough. He was also fortunate to have a number of loving aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family members. His family will carry forward his values. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him but his spirit will live on in the hearts of all of those he touched.

Pallbearers will be Eric Dodd, Chad Hanna, Justin Hanna, Jim Mayfield, Casey Thomas and Rusty Turner.

In lieu of flowers, The Miller Family requests donations be made to the new addition of Lawn Baptist Church Children’s Building Fund, PO Box 268, Lawn, TX 79530 or On The Way Home Ministries, PO Box 266, Lawn, TX 79530.

The family of McCade wishes to extend our sincere thanks to all of our wonderful family and friends that have prayed over the years for McCade and our family. Also, to the exceptional staff at UTSW Neuro Oncology Department in Dallas and Kinder Hearts Hospice for the wonderful care he received. 

We respectfully ask that bright colors be worn to the service to honor McCade’s love for life.