Steven George Miller

“Steven George Miller, born in 1954, has been a cornerstone of the Herriman community for his entire life. Raised in the historic home of his grandfather, George John Miller, Steven grew up with a deep sense of pride in his family’s contributions to the town. His paternal grandfather, George Miller, was Herriman’s first blacksmith and one of its early settlers. He helped establish the town, building one of the first rock homes outside the fort. On his mother’s side, Steven’s grandparents, Tan and Doke Crump, owned and operated the Herriman General Mercantile Store for over 25 years, serving as a vital hub for the growing community.

With family ties running deep, Steven always felt a connection to the town’s history and values. Both the Miller and Crump families journeyed from England and crossed the plains as pioneers to make their home in Utah. The hard work, honesty, and high moral standards that his ancestors lived by have shaped Steven’s own life. He reflects often on his family motto, “Remember who you are and who you represent,” a phrase that has guided him through years of service to Herriman.

As a child, Steven fondly remembers filling syrup bottles at the annual Memorial Day Chuckwagon Breakfast, and as he grew older, his commitment to Herriman grew stronger. He volunteered as a fry cook at the same event, joking that sometimes the eggs even came without shells. His involvement in the community continued as he took on leadership roles, serving as both Scoutmaster and Cubmaster, helping to shape the lives of many local youth.

Steven’s love for sports led him to volunteer with the Herriman Baseball League, where he started as a coach and eventually became president. During this time, Herriman was still part of Salt Lake County and had not yet incorporated as its own city. His leadership helped to keep the league thriving during a time when the town was just beginning to grow and find its identity. In addition to baseball, Steven was also heavily involved with the Herriman Lion’s Club, where he served as president. Under his leadership, the cemetery was improved with a chain-link fence, and he helped extend water lines to the area, ensuring future generations would benefit from these upgrades.

One of Steven’s most visible contributions has been his dedication to Herriman Towne Days. Each year, he created floats for the parade, a beloved community tradition, and took on the role of parade chairman, organizing booths and events that brought neighbors together in celebration. His civic involvement didn’t stop there—before Herriman was officially incorporated as a city in 1999, Steven volunteered as the treasurer and secretary for the Herriman Community Association. When the city was finally founded, he served as Herriman’s first city treasurer and accountant for seven years, helping to establish the financial groundwork of the growing city.

Steven retired from the State of Utah’s Department of Technology Services in 2021 after 23 years of service, but his dedication to Herriman has never wavered. Today, Steven and his wife, Marjie, are the proud parents of six children and the doting grandparents of 16 grandchildren. Though retired, his contributions to the city and the values of service and community he exemplifies continue to impact Herriman’s future.”