James Lee Miller Jr., known to family and friends as Jr. and Meathead, was shot and killed in Kalamazoo, Michigan, on May 20, 2021. He was 31 and had lived in Michigan since age 12; he was born in Indianapolis on May 22, 1989.

Described as loyal and big-hearted, he played AAU basketball and football at Loy Norrix High School and graduated from P.C.E.C. in Portage in 2008. He was a devoted father who enjoyed fishing with his children and earned a reputation as a grill master through years of cooking for church fundraisers. He was baptized at Calvary Apostolic Temple in 2004. His parents, siblings, children, and his companion survive him.

No arrests or suspect identifications in the shooting have been detailed, and the investigation remains unresolved. If anyone knew James or has information about the shooting, please share what you know.