James Miller

James Don Miller, age 46, of Russell, Kansas, formerly of Hugoton, passed away on November 21, 2025, at Hays Medical Center after a long battle with kidney disease. He was born on July 6, 1979, in Ulysses, Kansas, to James and Cheryl Miller.

James—known to many as Jimmy—attended Hugoton High School. In his youth, he attended Trinity Baptist Church in Hugoton, where he was baptized and grew in his faith.

Jimmy worked in the oilfield and in construction. He had a true love for the outdoors and enjoyed cooking and barbecuing, fishing, camping, and spending time at family gatherings. One of his greatest joys was crafting; he especially loved creating handmade rocks and gifts, which he shared generously with those around him. He loved attending his nephews’ sporting events, and was also a devoted music lover whose playlists were always close by.

He is survived by his son, Cuylor Miller, and Cuylor’s wife Brittany; his daughters Jasmine and Grace; and his five beautiful granddaughters: Braighlynn, Briella, Lexi, Landri, and Nevaeh.

Jimmy is also survived by his sisters, Tami Wood and Tina Barber, and Tina’s husband Brandon; his parents, James and Cheryl Miller; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends whose lives he touched.

He was preceded in death by his brother William; his paternal grandparents, James and Gloria Miller; and his maternal grandparents, Don and Mae Marsh.

Jimmy will be remembered for his generous heart, creative spirit, and the deep love he held for his family. His memory will be cherished always.

Services will be held at High Plains Baptist Church in Hays, Kansas, on December 6th, 2025, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggest to: Fresenius Kidney Care - Hays in care of the funeral chapel.

Memories and words of comfort may be shared with Jimmy's family on his tribute page via: www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Cremation under the direction of: Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, Kansas 67601.