Erv

Miller

Memorial services for Erv Miller, 78, of Mobridge will be at 10:30 AM, Thursday, November 19, 2026, at Zion Lutheran Church in Mobridge. There will be a visitation starting at 6 PM Wednesday with a prayer service at 7 PM at Kesling Funeral Home. 

Ervin Joseph Miller

May 22, 1948 – November 13, 2026

Ervin Joseph Miller, 78, of Mobridge, South Dakota, passed away on November 13, 2026.

Ervin was born on May 22, 1948, in Linton, North Dakota, to Joseph (Joe) and Isabella Miller. He grew up on the family farm near Hague, North Dakota, where he spent his early years before the family moved to Bismarck and later to Mobridge, South Dakota.

Music was an important part of Ervin's younger years. During high school, he and his brother Jerry, along with several good friends, formed a band called The Uniks. Ervin played both guitar and drums, performing at numerous venues and gatherings throughout the community. Among his favorite songs to perform were California Sun, Surfin Bird and Wipe Out, with its memorable drum solo.

Ervin managed Morrison's Appliance Store for several years before moving to Gillette, Wyoming, where he was self-employed in the flooring business for many years. He eventually returned to Mobridge, where he married Peggy Jackson in 2014. Together, they made their home in Mobridge.

Even after retirement, Ervin remained active in the community, operating a lawn-mowing business and helping with various activities at the local senior center. He especially enjoyed driving the senior bus, a role that allowed him to serve others and remain connected with his community.

Ervin was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church in Mobridge, where his deep faith in the Lord was an important part of his life.

Ervin was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Isabella Miller, and his brother, Jerry Miller.

Blessed to have shared his life are his wife, Peggy Jackson of Mobridge; his children from his first marriage, Eric (Sherry) Miller of Gillette, Wyoming, Amanda Miller, and Chris Miller; and his sisters, Darlene Lockert of Cedar Falls, Iowa, Melissa Miller of Chandler, Arizona, and LaDonna (Steve) Hamre of Rapid City, South Dakota.

Ervin will be remembered for his love of music, his hardworking spirit, his willingness to serve his community, and the faith that guided his life. His family takes comfort in the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ.