Chad E. Miller of Hamilton, organizer of the Legend Quest Bike Run, died of a heart attack Friday. He was 45.

Chad was born Dec. 24, 1972. He will be remembered for his sense of humor and his charitable heart. Chad found his true passion in helping others. He did this by organizing charity events such as Legend Quest Bike Run which raises funds to help send both disabled veterans as well as special needs children on all-inclusive white tail hunts at the 2 Hats Ranch. He loved going on these hunts with both the youth and the veterans, the ranch was a very special place for Chad.

He is survived by his wife, Janet Miller; children, Dylan Miller, Brooke Miller; step-children, Dennis (Tabatha) Cornelisse, Holly (Joshua) Jeffery; dog, Molly; mother, Rosie (Dennis) Stickney, sister, Karyn (Brandon) Culver; grandchildren, Matthew, Emma, Kelly, and Simon; many nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his dad, Joe Miller.

Visitation with the family will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 5, at Kubiak-Cook Funeral Home, Dorr Chapel, 4330 18th St. The funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 6, at the funeral home. Pastor Steve Collins will officiate.

In honor of Chad and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family for funeral expenses.