Alan Samuel Miller, age 69, of La Crosse, Kansas, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025, at HaysMed. He was born on May 20, 1956, in Hays to Samuel and Arlyn (Wagner) Miller. Alan graduated from La Crosse High School in 1974.
On August 8, 1981, he married Dana E. Corbet in Rhinebeck, New York. Together they welcomed their daughter, Cecily, on August 10, 1991.
Alan spent most of his career in the construction industry, where he was a true jack-of-all-trades. He specialized in all aspects of the field — from heating and air, plumbing, and electrical work to general contracting. There wasn’t much he couldn’t build, fix, or figure out. He also dedicated over 30 years of weekend nights to serving as an EMT in La Crosse. His commitment to the community ran deep. He was a member of the Rush County Fire Department Board, the Rush County Fair Board, a past La Crosse city councilman and mayor, a softball coach for his daughter’s team, and a frequent volunteer for school fundraisers.
Later in life, Alan enjoyed ranching at his family’s farm — taking in bucket calves from area farmers and managing egg deliveries from his flock of 100+ hens. He was a proud member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Pheasants Forever Foundation.
A helper by nature, Alan was known as a good neighbor to everyone, whether you lived next door or not. He was often found clearing snow from the EMS building in the early morning hours or chatting with a passerby at his shop or farm. Outgoing and a little ornery, he passed that spirit on to his only grandson, Declan, whom he loved watching play soccer.
Alan’s passion for the outdoors included hunting, fishing, and collecting firearms. He spent many evenings reloading ammunition. After stepping back from construction, he started two new ventures with his son-in-law, Richard — H & M Firearms, LLC (a distributor) and Firearms & Accessory Supply, LLC (a retailer), both located in Hays, Kansas. Alan will be remembered for his tireless work ethic — always hands-on, always helping, and never one to leave a job undone.
He is survived by his wife, Dana, of La Crosse; daughter, Cecily Hodges and her husband, Richard; and grandson, Declan, all of Hays.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, August 1, 2025, at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory – Brock’s Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. A come-and-go luncheon will follow the service.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Youth Marksmen Foundation or the Special Olympics. More information will be provided at the service and luncheon.