Darwin Leon Miller

October 1, 1933 – October 3, 2026

Funeral services for Darwin Leon “Leon” Miller of Lubbock, Texas, will be held Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Hudman Funeral Home in Post, Texas. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m.

Leon was born October 1, 1933, in Graham Chapel, Texas, to Thomas Jefferson Miller and Orbie Landmon Miller. He passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He had celebrated his 93rd birthday just two days earlier.

Leon grew up in Post, Texas, a community that remained close to his heart throughout his life. He graduated from Post High School and attended Texas Tech College before answering the call to serve his country. From 1950 to 1953, he served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict, attaining the rank of Corporal and serving with the 4th Infantry Division at Fort Carson, Colorado.

On November 2, 1956, Leon married Jo Ann Moreman, beginning a partnership that would span nearly seven decades. Together, they built a life centered around family, faith, service, and a willingness to embrace whatever adventure came next. Leon and Jo Ann raised three sons and created a home filled with love, laughter, and countless memories.

Their life together took them to many places, including Post, Midland, Lubbock, Big Spring, Phoenix, Arizona, Birmingham, Alabama, Duncanville, Arlington, Grand Prairie, Amarillo, San Antonio, and Boerne, Texas. Wherever they lived, Leon and Jo Ann made friends and built relationships that lasted long after they moved on.

Some of Leon’s fondest memories were made in the mountains of New Mexico. He spent many months with his family in Tres Ritos while operating a Boy Scout camp, and he also spent one memorable summer managing Camp Summer Life. These experiences reflected much of what Leon loved; family, the outdoors, young people, service, and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.

Following his military service, Leon returned to Post and worked in agriculture, banking, and oil field services. In 1961, he began a career with the Boy Scouts of America as a District Scout Executive, moving his family to Midland. His work with the Boy Scouts later took the family to Lubbock and Big Spring.

While living in Big Spring, Leon began a long and distinguished career with the Veterans Administration, serving as Director of Volunteer Services at the VA hospital. His work with veterans and their families became more than a career—it became a calling. His VA service took the family to Phoenix, Arizona; Birmingham, Alabama; and Dallas, Texas. While in Dallas, Leon was promoted to Administrative Assistant to the Chief of Staff, a position he held until 1990. He then continued his work at the VA Medical Center in Amarillo.

Leon’s final position with the VA was as Director of the new outpatient clinic in Fort Worth, Texas, where he served until his retirement in 1996. Retirement, however, did not end his commitment to others. For many years afterward, Leon remained active in veterans’ organizations, continuing to serve veterans and their families in the quiet, steady way that had become such an important part of who he was.

Those who knew Leon will remember that he never needed recognition for the things he did for others. He simply believed that if someone needed help, you helped them. He had a generous spirit, a kind heart, and a genuine interest in people. He valued family deeply and took great pride in his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Leon was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 69 years, Jo Ann Moreman Miller; his parents, Thomas Jefferson and Orbie Landmon Miller; his sister, Jo Sims; and his sister-in-law, Janice Moreman.

He is survived by his brother-in-law, Larry Moreman of Lubbock, Texas; his three sons and their families:

• Joel Scott Miller and wife, Pamela, of Boerne, Texas, and Santa Fe, New Mexico

• Gregory Tim Miller and wife, Cindy, of Holly Lake Ranch, Texas, and Roswell, Georgia

• Larry David Miller and wife, Andrea, of Phoenix, Arizona, and Santa Fe, New Mexico

He is lovingly remembered by his grandchildren: Ryan Millerand wife, Michelle Ferguson, of Sachse, Texas; Katy Miller and husband, Greg Farr, of Marietta, Georgia; Allyson Wolfe and husband, Christian, of San Antonio, Texas; and Kelly Harlosand husband, Elliott, of Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas.

Leon also leaves behind two great-grandchildren, Sutton Meredith Farr of Marietta, Georgia, and Miller “Millie” Brooke Harlos of Fair Oaks Ranch, Texas. They brought him a special kind of joy, and he treasured every opportunity to watch them grow.

He also leaves behind nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends whose lives were made richer by knowing him.

Leon’s life was not defined by a single accomplishment or title. It was defined by the people he loved the people he helped, and the countless small acts of kindness that made a lasting impression. He was a man who believed in showing up—for his family, for his country, for veterans, for his community, and for the people who needed him.

He was a devoted husband to Jo Ann, a loving father, a proud grandfather and great-grandfather, a veteran, and a faithful friend. The years he shared with Jo Ann were among the greatest blessings of his life, and the family they built together was his greatest legacy.

Leon leaves behind a lifetime of memories that will be carried forward by the people he loved most. His stories will be told, his lessons will be remembered, and his love for his family will continue through the generations that follow.

He lived a long and meaningful life, and he left this world having given far more than he ever asked in return.

He will be deeply missed, forever loved, and always remembered.