John R. Miller, Jr. practiced law for almost 60 years, establishing a reputation as one of the county's preeminent general practice lawyers as a partner of Miller, Kistler, Campbell, Miller, Williams and Benson, Inc. He served in the army in World War II. He was active in many charitable organizations and orders, and was a member of both St. John's Lutheran Church in Millheim and Grace Lutheran Church in State College.  This fund was established through a bequest to support both churches.