Miller, John Russell, 74, of Antigonish. 

It's with broken hearts that we, the family of John Russell Miller, announce his passing on February 10, 2026 in the Cape Breton Regional Hospital.

Born in New Glasgow on December 26th, 1951, John was a son of the late John and Priscilla (Moore) Miller.

John grew up in Antigonish where he worked as a cook for a number of years, at Wongs, Mother Webb's, and Chuggles to name a few. He loved his walks and watching the hockey games, especially the Toronto Maple Leafs. He was very proud of his son and had a special place in his heart for his two grandsons.  He looked forward to their visits and always had a treat for them.

John is survived by his son, Zachary (Vanessa); grandsons, Joseph and Jack, Antigonish; and son, Craig, Ontario; brothers, Barry (Ramona), Inverness; Roger (Lisa), Stewiacke; sister, Karen (Jerry), Timberlea; step-brothers, Dave (Linda) Walsh, New Brunswick, and Jim (Joan) Walsh, Sackville; and step-sister, Brenda (James), Dartmouth; as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Besides his parents,he was predeceased by his wife, Fran Nunn; his daughter, Crystal; step-father, Nello Walsh; and step-brother, Paul Walsh

Cremation has taken place.  Visitation will take place Monday February 16, from 4pm to 7pm in C.L. Curry Funeral Home, 135 College Street, Antigonish. Funeral Service will be held 2pm on Tuesday, February 17, in St. James United Church, Antigonish, with Reverend Peter Smith presiding.  Burial will take place at a later date.

In memory of John, donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia, or in true John fashion, please do a favour for a friend or neighbour.  

Online condolences at www.clcurry.com