Rev. Miller was the pastor of Trinity Church, Branford, CT. He was originally buried in the undercroft of the church, but during renovations in the 1950's was reinterred in Branford Center Cemetery.
The following is from Contributor #46951894:
m Susan C Patridge on 15 December 1841 at Potsdam, NY
Children:
- Louisa Abigail Miller (27 Oct 1842-)
- Harriet Frances Miller (21 Jul 1844-)
- Herbert Clarkson Miller (2 Jun 1846-)
- Caroline Anna Miller (3 Jan 1848-)
- Frederick Miller (Sep 1849-)
The Rev Frederick Miller, Rector of Trinity Church, Branford, CT, died at the Rectory. His parents were educated as Congregationalists, and his mother was a truly pious member of that denomination. At about the age of 16, he left his father's family, and became clerk in a mercantile house in his native town, to a gentleman who was a devoted Churchman. At this period he became acquainted with the Church, and a member of it, and materially assisted in the formation of the parish in his native town. Feeling that he had a higher work to do, he pursued his studies in Potsdam, preparatory to entering College, and entered the Sophomore class of Washington, now Trinity College, in September 1837, and graduated in 1840. He commenced his theological studies while a member of College, and greatly injured his health and impaired his constitution by his close application to his studies. He was admitted to the Holy Order of Deacons, by the Rt Rev. Bishop Brownell, Oct 27th 1841, in Christ Church, Hartford; and to the Order of Priests, by the same Bishop, Sept 28th, 1842, in St Peter's Church, Cheshire. He took charge of St Peter's Parish, Cheshire, in November 1841, where he remained until Easter 1844, when he accepted a call to Trinity Parish, Branford. In the parochial relation he was particularly happy. He was fitted for its enjoyments, took delight in its duties, and was successful in promoting its objects. He was very strongly attached to the principles of the Church; and yet by his prudent and holy living he won the respect of those whom he did not convince. As a scholar, his mind was well disciplined; and for the pursuits to which his life was devoted, well furnished. As a preacher he was clear in his style, earnest in manner, combining a happy union of instruction and exhortation. With but a moderate salary, he had procured one of the best selected private libraries in the Diocese. The Parish at Branford grew under his care; and, at the time of his death, contemplated the speedy erection of a new Parish Church. During the past summer, he had been active in preparing a class for the rite of Confirmation, and on the last Sunday afternoon before he was attacked with fatal disease, and even then seriously indisposed, he preached from the significant words, "Little children, it is the last time." On the Monday following, he was prostrated with dysentery and gradually sunk down, until Wednesday when he fell asleep in Jesus.
He leaves behind him a beloved wife and five helpless orphans, whom at the last he committed in unwavering faith to his Heavenly Father, saying "God will take care of them."
Mr Miller's life was one of uncommon purity and self-denial. Sincerity and self-sacrifice were marked traits in his character. He lived not for himself; and at least, like his blessed Savior, laid down his life for the sheep. He held a high place, not only in the esteem of his people, but in the respect, affection, and confidence of his brethren of the Clergy; several of whom have agreed to supply his Parish with services until Easter, for the benefit of his bereaved family. We are glad to learn that more appropriate Memorial is in preparation, by one who has every facility for presenting a correct view of his symmetrical and beautiful character.
Source:
- Church Review and Ecclesiastical Register, Volume II (1849-50), page 608-609
- vital records
The following is from Contributor #46951894:
m Susan C Patridge on 15 December 1841 at Potsdam, NY
Children:
- Louisa Abigail Miller (27 Oct 1842-)
- Harriet Frances Miller (21 Jul 1844-)
- Herbert Clarkson Miller (2 Jun 1846-)
- Caroline Anna Miller (3 Jan 1848-)
- Frederick Miller (Sep 1849-)
The Rev Frederick Miller, Rector of Trinity Church, Branford, CT, died at the Rectory. His parents were educated as Congregationalists, and his mother was a truly pious member of that denomination. At about the age of 16, he left his father's family, and became clerk in a mercantile house in his native town, to a gentleman who was a devoted Churchman. At this period he became acquainted with the Church, and a member of it, and materially assisted in the formation of the parish in his native town. Feeling that he had a higher work to do, he pursued his studies in Potsdam, preparatory to entering College, and entered the Sophomore class of Washington, now Trinity College, in September 1837, and graduated in 1840. He commenced his theological studies while a member of College, and greatly injured his health and impaired his constitution by his close application to his studies. He was admitted to the Holy Order of Deacons, by the Rt Rev. Bishop Brownell, Oct 27th 1841, in Christ Church, Hartford; and to the Order of Priests, by the same Bishop, Sept 28th, 1842, in St Peter's Church, Cheshire. He took charge of St Peter's Parish, Cheshire, in November 1841, where he remained until Easter 1844, when he accepted a call to Trinity Parish, Branford. In the parochial relation he was particularly happy. He was fitted for its enjoyments, took delight in its duties, and was successful in promoting its objects. He was very strongly attached to the principles of the Church; and yet by his prudent and holy living he won the respect of those whom he did not convince. As a scholar, his mind was well disciplined; and for the pursuits to which his life was devoted, well furnished. As a preacher he was clear in his style, earnest in manner, combining a happy union of instruction and exhortation. With but a moderate salary, he had procured one of the best selected private libraries in the Diocese. The Parish at Branford grew under his care; and, at the time of his death, contemplated the speedy erection of a new Parish Church. During the past summer, he had been active in preparing a class for the rite of Confirmation, and on the last Sunday afternoon before he was attacked with fatal disease, and even then seriously indisposed, he preached from the significant words, "Little children, it is the last time." On the Monday following, he was prostrated with dysentery and gradually sunk down, until Wednesday when he fell asleep in Jesus.
He leaves behind him a beloved wife and five helpless orphans, whom at the last he committed in unwavering faith to his Heavenly Father, saying "God will take care of them."
Mr Miller's life was one of uncommon purity and self-denial. Sincerity and self-sacrifice were marked traits in his character. He lived not for himself; and at least, like his blessed Savior, laid down his life for the sheep. He held a high place, not only in the esteem of his people, but in the respect, affection, and confidence of his brethren of the Clergy; several of whom have agreed to supply his Parish with services until Easter, for the benefit of his bereaved family. We are glad to learn that more appropriate Memorial is in preparation, by one who has every facility for presenting a correct view of his symmetrical and beautiful character.
Source:
- Church Review and Ecclesiastical Register, Volume II (1849-50), page 608-609
- vital records
Rev. Miller was the pastor of Trinity Church, Branford, CT. He was originally buried in the undercroft of the church, but during renovations in the 1950's was reinterred in Branford Center Cemetery.
The following is from Contributor #46951894:
m Susan C Patridge on 15 December 1841 at Potsdam, NY
Children:
- Louisa Abigail Miller (27 Oct 1842-)
- Harriet Frances Miller (21 Jul 1844-)
- Herbert Clarkson Miller (2 Jun 1846-)
- Caroline Anna Miller (3 Jan 1848-)
- Frederick Miller (Sep 1849-)
The Rev Frederick Miller, Rector of Trinity Church, Branford, CT, died at the Rectory. His parents were educated as Congregationalists, and his mother was a truly pious member of that denomination. At about the age of 16, he left his father's family, and became clerk in a mercantile house in his native town, to a gentleman who was a devoted Churchman. At this period he became acquainted with the Church, and a member of it, and materially assisted in the formation of the parish in his native town. Feeling that he had a higher work to do, he pursued his studies in Potsdam, preparatory to entering College, and entered the Sophomore class of Washington, now Trinity College, in September 1837, and graduated in 1840. He commenced his theological studies while a member of College, and greatly injured his health and impaired his constitution by his close application to his studies. He was admitted to the Holy Order of Deacons, by the Rt Rev. Bishop Brownell, Oct 27th 1841, in Christ Church, Hartford; and to the Order of Priests, by the same Bishop, Sept 28th, 1842, in St Peter's Church, Cheshire. He took charge of St Peter's Parish, Cheshire, in November 1841, where he remained until Easter 1844, when he accepted a call to Trinity Parish, Branford. In the parochial relation he was particularly happy. He was fitted for its enjoyments, took delight in its duties, and was successful in promoting its objects. He was very strongly attached to the principles of the Church; and yet by his prudent and holy living he won the respect of those whom he did not convince. As a scholar, his mind was well disciplined; and for the pursuits to which his life was devoted, well furnished. As a preacher he was clear in his style, earnest in manner, combining a happy union of instruction and exhortation. With but a moderate salary, he had procured one of the best selected private libraries in the Diocese. The Parish at Branford grew under his care; and, at the time of his death, contemplated the speedy erection of a new Parish Church. During the past summer, he had been active in preparing a class for the rite of Confirmation, and on the last Sunday afternoon before he was attacked with fatal disease, and even then seriously indisposed, he preached from the significant words, "Little children, it is the last time." On the Monday following, he was prostrated with dysentery and gradually sunk down, until Wednesday when he fell asleep in Jesus.
He leaves behind him a beloved wife and five helpless orphans, whom at the last he committed in unwavering faith to his Heavenly Father, saying "God will take care of them."
Mr Miller's life was one of uncommon purity and self-denial. Sincerity and self-sacrifice were marked traits in his character. He lived not for himself; and at least, like his blessed Savior, laid down his life for the sheep. He held a high place, not only in the esteem of his people, but in the respect, affection, and confidence of his brethren of the Clergy; several of whom have agreed to supply his Parish with services until Easter, for the benefit of his bereaved family. We are glad to learn that more appropriate Memorial is in preparation, by one who has every facility for presenting a correct view of his symmetrical and beautiful character.
Source:
- Church Review and Ecclesiastical Register, Volume II (1849-50), page 608-609
- vital records
The following is from Contributor #46951894:
m Susan C Patridge on 15 December 1841 at Potsdam, NY
Children:
- Louisa Abigail Miller (27 Oct 1842-)
- Harriet Frances Miller (21 Jul 1844-)
- Herbert Clarkson Miller (2 Jun 1846-)
- Caroline Anna Miller (3 Jan 1848-)
- Frederick Miller (Sep 1849-)
The Rev Frederick Miller, Rector of Trinity Church, Branford, CT, died at the Rectory. His parents were educated as Congregationalists, and his mother was a truly pious member of that denomination. At about the age of 16, he left his father's family, and became clerk in a mercantile house in his native town, to a gentleman who was a devoted Churchman. At this period he became acquainted with the Church, and a member of it, and materially assisted in the formation of the parish in his native town. Feeling that he had a higher work to do, he pursued his studies in Potsdam, preparatory to entering College, and entered the Sophomore class of Washington, now Trinity College, in September 1837, and graduated in 1840. He commenced his theological studies while a member of College, and greatly injured his health and impaired his constitution by his close application to his studies. He was admitted to the Holy Order of Deacons, by the Rt Rev. Bishop Brownell, Oct 27th 1841, in Christ Church, Hartford; and to the Order of Priests, by the same Bishop, Sept 28th, 1842, in St Peter's Church, Cheshire. He took charge of St Peter's Parish, Cheshire, in November 1841, where he remained until Easter 1844, when he accepted a call to Trinity Parish, Branford. In the parochial relation he was particularly happy. He was fitted for its enjoyments, took delight in its duties, and was successful in promoting its objects. He was very strongly attached to the principles of the Church; and yet by his prudent and holy living he won the respect of those whom he did not convince. As a scholar, his mind was well disciplined; and for the pursuits to which his life was devoted, well furnished. As a preacher he was clear in his style, earnest in manner, combining a happy union of instruction and exhortation. With but a moderate salary, he had procured one of the best selected private libraries in the Diocese. The Parish at Branford grew under his care; and, at the time of his death, contemplated the speedy erection of a new Parish Church. During the past summer, he had been active in preparing a class for the rite of Confirmation, and on the last Sunday afternoon before he was attacked with fatal disease, and even then seriously indisposed, he preached from the significant words, "Little children, it is the last time." On the Monday following, he was prostrated with dysentery and gradually sunk down, until Wednesday when he fell asleep in Jesus.
He leaves behind him a beloved wife and five helpless orphans, whom at the last he committed in unwavering faith to his Heavenly Father, saying "God will take care of them."
Mr Miller's life was one of uncommon purity and self-denial. Sincerity and self-sacrifice were marked traits in his character. He lived not for himself; and at least, like his blessed Savior, laid down his life for the sheep. He held a high place, not only in the esteem of his people, but in the respect, affection, and confidence of his brethren of the Clergy; several of whom have agreed to supply his Parish with services until Easter, for the benefit of his bereaved family. We are glad to learn that more appropriate Memorial is in preparation, by one who has every facility for presenting a correct view of his symmetrical and beautiful character.
Source:
- Church Review and Ecclesiastical Register, Volume II (1849-50), page 608-609
- vital records
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