William LaMar Williams

William LaMar “Mar” Miller was born June 20, 1932, in Washington, Utah, where he remained a lifelong resident. His parents were William Henry Miller and Amanda Elena Jolley Miller. He was one of a family of eight, 4 older sisters and three younger brothers. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from 1952 to 1954, providing vehicle maintenance and repair—a skill that guided his later work. After attending Dixie College, LaMar delivered for Wonder Bread and then Rocky Mountain Company, bringing bread and pastries throughout Southern Utah and parts of Nevada. His mechanical skills and entrepreneurial drive later led him to confound ABC Auto Parts, a business that served the local community for years.

He married Jean Holt, daughter of Milton and Olive Holt of Gunlock. Family remained central throughout his life. He loved his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren with all his heart; He was preceded in death by his wife 16 years ago and has been missing her ever since. He remarried Jewell Snow and spent a year together. They divorced and have remained close friends. He is survived by his sons Kendall (Dana) and Russell (Christina), seven grandchildren, and nine great‑grandchildren. LaMar loved the outdoors; camping, fishing, hunting, boating, and RV travel. He served his community as a Washington City Councilman for eight years. He was a charter member of the Washington Lions Club and an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑Day Saints, always devoting himself to serving others. As the oldest living permanent resident of Washington, he was honored to serve as the Grand Marshal in last-year's Cotton-Day Parade.

LaMar's other life-long interest was in raising cattle. He took great pride in caring for his small cattle herd. He knew each of his cows and they knew his voice and would come when he called them. LaMar and Jean purchased land on Kanarra Mountain, built a cabin and spent as much time there as they could. They referred to their mountain refuge simply as the “Kingdom”.

LaMar lived life on his own terms, never complained about life's difficulties, and set an example of courage and strength that inspired family and friends. He will be missed but is now reunited with his beloved wife, Jean, and all of his family and friends who have gone before.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., at the Washington LDS Stake Center, 446 Mangum Road, Washington, Utah. A visitation will be held, Friday, June 5, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Metcalf Bonzo Mortuary, 288 W. St. George Blvd., St. George, Utah and Saturday, June 6, 8:30–9:30 a.m., prior to services at the Stake Center.

The family thanks all who have offered condolences and been part of LaMar’s life. We thank the doctors and medical staff who cared for him during his brief but eventful stay in the hospital prior to his passing. Their expertise and concern was outstanding. He went out with his boots on, living his dreams to the very end.