Lloyd Miller, 66, sells insurance through Mutual Aid Ministries in Goshen. He was the chairman of the committee that established the first Week of Compassion in Goshen. That event is a week of activities geared toward raising money and supporting local residents who need food, medical and shelter aid.
How long have you lived in the
Goshen area?
I moved into the community when I was in the third grade (1953). I have lived in Elkhart County most of my life.
What schools did you attend?
Model Elementary School, first graduating class of Elkhart Township Junior High School (now Goshen Middle School), Goshen High School, Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminaries.
What is your fondest memories of this
community?
Playing Little League baseball; the positive/proactive ways in which the community responded to the Ku Klux Klan rally a number of years ago; the parks and recreation programs and development of outdoor facilities.
Describe what you feel is the essence
of this community.
Creativity (i.e. First Fridays); development of our downtown; local ministries who care for those with needs; vibrant churches.
What about this community would you
like to improve?
Continue to show compassion toward those living in less fortunate life circumstances.
What are this community’s best-kept secret?
The quality of our residents. The ability to adapt and adjust to changing times. A forward-looking government-community relationship.
Who We Are
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WHO WE ARE PROFILE: Lloyd Miller
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WHO WE ARE: Hispanic storefronts dot the community
As the Hispanic population in Goshen has grown over the years, an increasing amount of Hispanic-owned store fronts now dot the business landscape in the city.
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WHO WE ARE: Soccer's popularity keeps growing
When exploring reasons for the increased popularity of soccer in Goshen one fact that can’t be denied is the cultural diversity the city has and its contributions.
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WHO WE ARE: Technology is changing the face of business
Business fronts are no longer just on Main Street. They fit in phones, computers and tablets.
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WHO WE ARE: Goshen's park leagues are not forgotten
Since my daughter was 8 years old she has played travel softball. Our family vacations are always planned around weekend regional tournaments, four-day state tournaments, and even week-long national tournaments.
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WHO WE ARE: Local churches using technology
Turn your hymnal to page such-and-such and proceed to make a joyful noise.
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WHO WE ARE: Living the lake life in LaGrange County
When people in Elkhart County hear about going to the lake, they typically assume you are speaking of Southern Michigan or of the lakes in Kosciusco County.
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WHO WE ARE: Infrastructure changes with needs
Elkhart County residents have come along way since settlers traveled on foot and horseback through the forests on Indian paths 180 years ago.
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WHO WE ARE: A growing interest
Ever wish you had a better idea of where your food comes from? Ever wish you could see first hand what that food went through before it got to your plate?
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WHO WE ARE: Misconceptions about the Amish
The Amish religion has been part of the Elkhart and LaGrange county communities and cultures since the mid-1800s.
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WHO WE ARE: 175 years of communication
The community’s need for reliable information is as old as the city itself. The Goshen News is proud to trace its roots all the way back to 1837.
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