GREECE, N.Y. — A quiet December afternoon turned into heartbreak for a local family when 59‑year‑old Timothy Miller of Gates lost his life in a two‑vehicle crash at the busy intersection of Elmgrove Road and Deming Street. The long holiday weekend will now be remembered not for celebration, but for loss.
Police say the call came in just after 4:12 p.m. on Saturday, December 27, when a serious collision involving two cars drew a swift response from Greece officers and emergency crews. When first responders reached the scene, they found Mr. Miller had been thrown from his vehicle during the violent impact. Despite the rapid life‑saving efforts by medical teams on site, he was pronounced dead at the hospital later that evening.
The driver of the other car involved was taken to a local hospital with minor injuries, treated, and released. Greece Police stressed there were no signs of impaired driving in the crash, and at this point, no charges are expected as investigators continue to piece together how the tragedy unfolded.
Friends and neighbors described Miller as a familiar face around Gates and Greece — someone who loved the simple things in life, from weekend drives to catching up with friends at a local diner. Those who knew him said he was quick to offer a kind word, a thoughtful gesture, and a steady presence anyone could count on. His sudden passing has left a quiet void in the community.
For Miller’s family, the holidays brought an unimaginable shift. Instead of laughter and shared meals, there are unanswered questions and memories that will carry both pain and warmth. “He was more than a crash report or a news headline,” one family member said, speaking through tears. “He was our heart.”
This accident is a stark reminder of how quickly life can change. In the space of a moment, a routine drive home became a life‑altering event for everyone involved. Police continue to ask anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has footage from the area to come forward as they round out their investigation.
As Greece residents remember the man behind the name, plans for a community gathering and memorial are already beginning to take shape — honoring Timothy Miller not just for how he died, but for the warmth and genuine kindness with which he lived.
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