Joseph Claud Miller, a native of Mobile, Alabama and a resident of Mandeville, Louisiana, passed away on November 1, 2026, at the age of 83.

Born on November 12, 1942, Joseph built a life marked by faith, education, and devoted service to generations of students and school communities. He attended McGill Institute in Mobile, Alabama, continued his studies at LSUNO, where he earned his bachelor’s degree and was a member of Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity, and later earned his master’s degree from Tulane.

Mr. Miller dedicated his professional life to Catholic education. He served at Archbishop Rummel High School from 1965 until 1990. He then went on to serve as principal at Our Lady of the Lake from 1990 until 2000, followed by his work as assistant principal at St. Margaret Mary from 2000 until 2008. Throughout these years, he was known for his steady leadership and commitment to the schools and families he served. He was also a member of St. Margaret Mary’s Men’s Club, a reflection of the faith and fellowship that remained important to him throughout his life.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Margaret Miller; his father, Joseph Miller; and his mother, Erna Miller.

He is survived by his daughter, Denise Miller and Josh Barnes; his brother, Larry Miller and Pam Miller; as well as nieces, grandnieces, and a multitude of other relatives and friends who will remember him with affection and gratitude. His family and friends will hold close the memory of a man whose life was rooted in learning, service, and enduring connection to those around him.

Services will be held on November 4, 2026, at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Mandeville, Louisiana. Burial will take place on Friday, November 6, 2026, at Lakelawn Cemetery.

I0n lieu of flowers the family would like donations made to The Poor Clare Sisters.