Ret. Colonel Calvin Wilson Miller Jr.

Ret. Colonel Calvin Wilson Miller, Jr., 79 of Elizabethtown, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 surrounded by his family.

He was born on April 3, 1947 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Calvin Wilson Miller, Sr and Opal Jones Miller.

A retired Colonel in the U.S. Army, Calvin served with distinction and carried a lasting respect for the military throughout his life.

Above all else, Calvin was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. In his personal time, Calvin found peace and satisfaction outdoors, especially in hunting and fishing. He was also a member of the VFW, valuing the fellowship of fellow veterans and the shared bond of service.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife of 39 years, Rita Fulkerson Miller; and one son, Robert Fletcher.

Survivors include two daughters, Kimberly Greene (Greg) and Kelly Phillips (Billy); one son, Marty Carby (Melanie); one sister, Pat Hammock (Larry); several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and his special friends, Chuck Browder and Bob Rizzo.

The funeral is at 11:30 AM on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at Brown Funeral Home in Elizabethtown with Pastor Johnnie Long officiating.

Burial follows at 1:30 PM at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery in Radcliff.

Visitation begins at 9 AM on Wednesday and continues until the time of service at the funeral home.

Condolences may be expressed online at brownfuneral.com.