Peter K. Miller

Dr. Peter Knudsen Miller died on Monday, February 20, 2024 in Santa Barbara, California. Born on May 11th, 1937 in Connecticut, Pete (also known as Pedro, Pops, Grandpa, Boppa and Grumpy to those who loved him) spent the majority of his childhood in Grants Pass, Oregon. He practiced as a dentist and orthodontist for many years in Santa Barbara. When he was not traveling with his beloved wife, golfing with his pals or straightening teeth, he poured his soul into cultivating his successful avocado orchard. Pete was strong, kind, funny and generous. It was not uncommon for him to make surprise deliveries of avocados, wine or freshly squeezed orange juice. He was known for his big personality and made friends everywhere he went. Pete will be missed and fondly remembered by all who were lucky enough to know him. His memory will live on forever.

Pete lost his loving wife and best buddy, Pat Miller, in May of 2022. They are together now, laughing and enjoying their adventures once again. Pete is survived by his three daughters, Jennifer Miller (Joel Fenlason), Diana White, and Deborah deLambert, as well as his honorary son and right hand man, Agustin Zavala. He is also survived by his six amazing grandchildren, Jack White, Corinne White, Jarrett Visher, Kyle Visher, Linnea Visher, and Lucy Miller Schatz. His best friend and beloved dog, Hank, now lives with Lucy. She wrote these words and she promises to take excellent care of Hank, just like Grumpy would

A service to honor a life well lived will take place Saturday, March 23, 10 am – 12 noon at The Carriage and Western Art Museum of Santa Barbara 129 Castillo Street, Santa Barbara.