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MILLER, NORMAN E., 49, of Coventry, passed away at Hope Health Hospice in Providence, surrounded by his loving family, on Saturday morning, May 2, 2026. Born in Providence on January 28, 1977, he was the beloved son of Susan M. (Ryan) McGraw and Richard McGraw. Norman was predeceased by his sister Christine M. Miller in 1991. Norman was the companion of Renee Duarte for the past 14 years. He is also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was the grandson of the late Marie Mercier and John and Floss McGraw.
Norman graduated from Coventry High School, where he was on the wrestling team. After high school, Norman worked as a residential painter, as well as a cook at various area restaurants. Cooking was his true passion. Most recently, Norman was employed as a septic system technician for the Friendly Septic Company in Warwick. In his spare time, Norman enjoyed playing golf.
Visiting hours will be on Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 9:30 am to 11:00 am in the Iannotti Funeral Home at MAPLE ROOT, 2000 Nooseneck Hill Rd.,(95/exit 18/Rte.3) Coventry, with a Funeral Service at 11:00 am. Interment to follow at Saint Ann Cemetery in Cranston. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Hope Health Hospice, 1085 N. Main St., Providence, RI 02904 would be appreciated. iannottifh.com
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