12/30/2013

 

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Linn County Sheriff's Office History
 
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George Kenneth Miller
1952-1972
     
 

George Kenneth Miller was elected Sheriff in November 1952, taking office on January 1, 1953. Miller was born May 6, 1912 near Turner, Oregon, being the son of native Oregonians. Miller was a Deputy under Sheriff Southard for seven and a half years prior to being elected to office. He went on to win the election of Sheriff for four more terms. Sheriff Miller served for 20 years. Miller went on to be elected to the Linn County Board of Commissioners in 1973. Upon retiring in 1976 from County Service, Sheriff Miller continued living in the Albany area. Miller passed away in October 4, 1994. He was laid to rest in the Miller Cemetery, Scio Oregon.