Obituary: ​Joseph James "JJ" Miller, 28, of Branford

Information via W. S. Clancy Memorial Funeral Home

Joseph James "JJ" Miller, of Branford, died August 30, 2016 in Branford, a tragic end to a young life. JJ was a loving person who leaves behind many people devastated by his untimely passing.

JJ was born in New Haven on June 4, 1988, son of Alice Jacob Miller of Branford, and Michael Miller of Ocala, FL.

He is also survived by his maternal grandmother, Lois Jacob of Branford; Sisters, Megen (Chris) Sampson, and Maren Miller, his brother Justin (Alicia) Miller; step-mother Beth Miller, step-brother Matthew Myers; nieces and nephews Claire, Finn and Wolf; the love of his life, Jordan Astorino-Moore and his best friend, Mat Everson; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He is predeceased by his maternal grandfather George Jacob, great grandmother Alice Paradise, and paternal grandparents Joseph and Jeanette Miller. JJ loved living near the water, boating, and history.

He was working as a personal trainer and studied at Gateway Community College. He was skilled in carpentry and had been looking forward to moving to Florida to work with his father. He was a joy to many and will be sadly missed.