Beloved Holmes County Teacher Timothy Miller Dies at Age 87

Timothy Miller, known to many in Holmes County as Tim, died on November 16, 2025. He was 87 and was born July 4, 1938. The obituary announcing his death was published November 19, 2025, and his family is being assisted by Alexander Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life service is being held today, November 22, at First Baptist Church of Berlin.

Miller taught history and government at Hiland High School and at Buckeye Joint Vocational School, positions that made him a regular presence in classrooms across the county. His career as an educator spanned decades and shaped generations of students who passed through local schools. Those institutions play a central role in preparing young people for local jobs and further education, and Miller was a steady part of that community infrastructure.

Beyond the classroom, Miller was active in his church. He was a member of First Baptist Church and served as a Sunday school teacher, contributing to faith based programming that supports families across Berlin and surrounding areas. His personal interests included baseball, gardening, and golf, pursuits that connected him with neighbors and community groups. Gardening in particular linked him to seasonal community life in Holmes County where home gardens and local green spaces are common.

His passing touches residents who remember him as a teacher and community volunteer. Educators in small communities often provide continuity that extends beyond academic instruction, and Miller’s work exemplified that role. For local families his loss is both personal and civic, as it removes a longstanding mentor from the town’s social fabric.

Practical arrangements are being handled by Alexander Funeral Home, which is assisting the family with the Celebration of Life at First Baptist Church of Berlin on November 22. The obituary lists survivors and notes his many connections in the community. Local residents attending the service today are marking his life and contributions.

As Holmes County reflects on Miller’s life, his career highlights the enduring importance of public education and community institutions in rural areas. Teachers like Miller contribute to local knowledge and civic life in ways that can influence workforce development and community cohesion for decades. His death is a reminder of the role long serving educators play in shaping the county’s social and civic landscape.