(May 2, 1966 – November 7, 2025)
Anthony Kip Miller, known to everyone simply as “Kip,” passed away on November 7, 2025, at the age of 59. He was born on May 2, 1966, in Cleburne, Texas, to Virgil Herman Miller and Francis Vireene Dunlap.
Kip grew up in Walnut Springs, Texas, where he attended school and was known as a talented football player. Later, he continued his education at Calvary Bible Institute in Tyler, Texas. Kip worked for many years as a welder and later joined his son-in-law’s company, Champion Hot Tub Moving, where he proudly worked as a Hot Tub Specialist.
Kip had a big heart and a love for life. He enjoyed riding his Harley, helping others whenever he could, sharing the Bible, and listening to his music loud. He loved to dance, sing, and make people smile. Kip will be remembered for his energy, kindness, and the way he made every room a little brighter.
He was a devoted husband to his treasured wife, Linda Thomas. Together they did everything side by side- from Harley adventures, camping, and fishing to grocery shopping, drinking coffee, and, most of all, spending time with their grandchildren.
Kip is survived by his wife, Linda Thomas; his children: Alicia and husband Felipe Delgado of Walnut Springs, Kirstie and husband James Bender of Joshua, Sue Ellon Miller and fiancé Johnny Moralez of Burleson, TW and wife Kenzie Thomas of Granbury, and David Palafox and Michelle Kiseve of Denton.
He was blessed with twelve grandchildren: Maia Gilbreath, Cristian Ballesteros, Brayden Delgado, James Bender II, Noah Bender, Roxanne Miller, Calvin Gould, Serenity Gould, Beau Thomas, Hunter Thomas, Junia Kiseve Palafox, and Chozen Kiseve Palafox. Kip is also survived by his sisters, Vickie Dianne Wences of Waco and Marsha of Weatherford; a half brother and two half sisters on his father’s side; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil Herman Miller and Francis Vireene Dunlap, and his nephew, Cory Regan.
Kip’s life was a testament to love, laughter, and generosity. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
You may have left the ride of life, but your spirit roars on in the hearts of those who knew you
Service Information
Visitation will be held from 6 – 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 11, at the Harvest Hills Funeral Home in Hico. Funeral services will be held at 12 noon on Wednesday, November 12, in the Harvest Hills Funeral Chapel in Hico with burial to follow in the Hico Cemetery.
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