Political Quotes

“Vermont has lost one of the finest people we have had in our State. Bobby Miller epitomized the very best of Vermont ideals, from his childhood straight through all that he accomplished in our State. Throughout it all, he and his lovely wife Holly were a constant, quiet source of giving. The Millers have always prioritized Vermont communities, never losing sight of their humble upbringings and never expecting praise for their philanthropy, even when they most deserved it. I know Marcelle and I join with all Vermonters in mourning the passing of Bobby Miller. Our hearts go out to Holly and their family. I ask unanimous consent that the article, ``Developer and Philanthropist Robert `Bobby' Miller Dies at 84,'' originally published by ``Seven Days,'' be printed in the Record. There being no objection, the material was ordered to be printed in the Record, as follows: [From Seven Days, Feb. 5, 2020] Developer and Philanthropist Robert `Bobby' Miller Dies at 84 Vermont lost one of its most generous--and colorful-- philanthropists on Tuesday, February 4, when developer Robert ``Bobby'' Miller died of a heart attack, at the age of 84. A self-made man who grew up dirt poor in Rutland, Miller gave away millions to Vermont nonprofits in cash donations and in-kind work through his company, REM Development.…”