Robert E. Miles
May 18, 1946 ~ July 11, 2018
Robert (Bob) Miles passed away at his home in Myrtle Beach, SC on Wednesday July 11, 2018, at the age of 72. Bob was born in Springfield Illinois on May 18, 1946 to Dorothy Miles Rigney and Floyd Miles. Bob’s family includes his wife: Velma Miles, three daughters: Bobbie Upcroft (Craig Upcroft), Tammy Miles, and Monika Miles (Phillip Ambrose), two grandsons: Michael Upcroft and Jason Upcroft, and his sister: Janice Bishop (Bill Bishop).
Bob spent his adult life in Indiana, Kentucky, and South Carolina. He was a tool and die maker at Union Carbide (Speedway, Indiana) and Budd Company/Martinrea (Shelbyville, Kentucky). During his time at Budd Company/ Martinrea, he acted as Treasurer for the local United Auto Workers (UAW) union. He retired from Martinrea and relocated to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina in 2008.
Bob enjoyed reading his favorite author, Lee Childs. He enjoyed the outdoors and motorcycle riding, and was a member of the Moose Riders in Surfside Beach Moose Lodge; often riding for charitable causes. Bob served his local community through regularly donating blood to his local blood bank.
Bob always had a smile on his face and knew no strangers. He had a kind heart and loved his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.
His family will be hosting a Celebration of Life on Saturday, August 11, 2018 in the Daniel F. O’Riley Funeral Home, 6107 South East Street, Indianapolis. Visitation is 1:00 PM through 3:00 PM, with a short memorial ceremony immediately following at 3:00 PM. Visit www.ORileyFuneralHome.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online registry.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the American Cancer Society online at https://donate3.cancer.org or donate blood to your regional blood bank.
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Velma and family. Sorry to hear about the passing of Bob.
Dale Surber
Never thought I would be without Bob’s close friendship, his very own private speakers and music and his great attitude about life. He was a very special man. Many, many will miss him. So long Bob, I’ll see you on the other side with a case of beer under my arm for you. Keep Smiling!
I wish I could pick up the phone and hear your voice one more time and tell you how much I love you. And to hear you say back, I love you too sis. You were a very kind and caring person. I was truly blessed to have had you for my brother. We didn’t talk everyday, but we kept in touch. I’m sure gonna miss that. I still can’t believe you are gone, heaven gained an angel. You will forever hold a special place in my heart. Love you always and forever.. Your Sis
Thanks to Bob’s (Bobby to me) sister Janice for introducing us back in 1965. We had a wonderful life together in spite of our time a part ., Bobby was always there for me. We had three wonderfully girls and 2 grandson’s that Bobby loved dearly. He was the hardest working and most generous man that I have ever known. Fifty three years went way to fast . No one could ever take his place. I will always
Love him and he will forever live in my heart. Your Loving Wife Velma
Thank You Georgia , for being such a good friend to Bob. Velma
Dad- I always took for granted that you would always be around. Sadly that is not true. I am thankful for the time we had together and that I inherited your love for reading, riding motorcycles, spending time outdoors. You were a wonderful papaw to my sons. Because of you Myrtle Beach is our happy place. Every time I see the beach, a Harley, a blue ford truck or hear Willie Nelson (now part of my playlist) I will smile and think of you. Thank you for your hard work and kind heart. I love you and miss you terribly. ❤️