Bernie and Sally Miller lost their granddaughter, Jessica, eight years ago when her stepfather beat her to death. Jessica was living in Florida with her mother and stepfather. Her father was stationed between Georgia and Florida serving in the Air Force. He was actively working to get child welfare involved with the family and get them to take seriously what he only could offer as suspicions.

Like any family, The Millers were devastated by this experience. Through the love and support of each other, they were also determined that their loss would not break them.

The Millers made a commitment to honor Jessica's life and amazing little spirit as a source of light for others. They are committed to making a difference for other children... and helping all of us remember the importance of families and value of life.

Each year The Miller Family hosts a benefit in honor of Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey. Eight years after Jessica's death, their Beef and Beer has grown to include hundreds of community members, friends and fellow child advocates who come together each year to honor Jessica and raise support for child abuse prevention programs.

In 2010, the Millers held their Memorial Dinner on April 10th at the Ballmawr Park Fire Hall on Essex Avenue from 8 pm to 12 midnight. Some pictures from the event are below.

In 2009, the Millers held their event on Saturday, April 18th at Bellmawr Park Fire Hall on 12 Essex Avenue from 8 pm to 12 midnight. Some pictures from the event are below.

On June 13th, 2009, father Bernie Miller attended the Katelynn Stinnett Memorial Run, a motorcycle run to benefit Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey on Saturday, June 13th. Bikers began at four starting points to end at Doc's Corner Tavern in Monroe Township, NJ for an afternoon BBQ.