E J Miley Jr. Obituary (1954 - 2021)

LINCOLN - E J Miley Jr., 67, of Lincoln, IL passed away on Sunday, May 2, 2021, at his home. E J was born on January 18, 1954 in Topeka, Kansas; son of E J and Marilyn (Crowley) Miley Sr. He married Tammy (May) Rich on October 13, 2013 in Lincoln, IL. She survives him. Also surviving E J is his step son: Cade Rich; step granddaughter: Taylor Rich and step great grandchildren: Atley and Kaysleigh Garner. One brother: Charles "Chuck" (Cathie) Miley; one sister; several nieces and nephews and his furry companion: Marty. E J is preceded in death by his parents, one nephew: Aaron Locher, and his furry companion: Bubba. E J proudly served his country in the United States Airforce during the Vietnam War. He served in the 7th SOS Squadron out of Germany, where he acquired his stealth skills and led to the nickname of "Ninja Boy". He was the Art Professor at Lincoln College until he retired in 2009. He was a very talented artist and has paintings all around the world. He was loved by so many of his students and he was proud of them all. He was such a gentle soul and was kind to everyone he met. People that knew him often refer to him as having the softest voice and the kindest heart. Services for E J will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at Fricke-Calvert-Schrader Funeral Home in Lincoln, IL with Ron Otto officiating. Visitation will be two hours prior to service (11:30 a.m.-1:30p.m.). Burial at New Union Cemetery will follow the service where full military rites will be accorded by the American Legion Post # 263. Memorials may be made in E J's name to the Animal Protective League of Springfield, IL, Wounded Warrior Project, or Donor's Choice.