Former Richmond Public Schools Director of Transportation Floyd Andrew Miles died Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024 at the age of 64, leaving behind a legacy of public service.

His homegoing service was held Friday, Dec. 27, at First Baptist Church Centralia, where he had been a member since childhood. The service featured music from the church choir, prayers and remarks from family and friends.

“He made me better. He made me who I was. He was my right-hand man and I’m going to miss him tremendously,” said his brother, James Miles Jr. “Rest in peace, my brother. I’ll see you again one day on the other side.”

Miles had a distinguished career in public transportation, ministry and community leadership.

He graduated from Thomas Dale High School and earned a business administration degree from Stratford University in London. He later received ministry certifications from New Life School of Continuing Ministry, Evans Smith Training Institute and Virginia Union University’s School of Theology. Miles then earned a doctorate in divin- ity from Norfolk Theological Seminary College and a doctor of humane letters from Alabama Interdenominational Seminary.

Ordained in 1997, he also served as a counselor for The 700 Club with the Christian Broadcast Network. In 1998, he became pastor of Mt. Salem Baptist Church in Staunton, overseeing a new sanctuary, expanding the children’s ministry and fostering a growing membership.

From 1990 to 2008, Miles worked as a manager for Greyhound Lines. He then served as director of transportation for Petersburg City Public Schools (2008-2012), assistant director for Chesterfield County Public Schools (2012-2014) and director of transportation for Richmond Public Schools until his retirement in February 2023.

Miles also was active as a board member for several organizations, including the North Boulevard Business Association, Richmond Boys Choir and Chesterfield County Democratic Committee.

Miles’ cousin, Regina George, read a public statement from Richmond Public Schools Superintendent Jason Kamras during the service. Kamras offered his condolences to the Miles family and expressed gratitude for his contributions to the RPS community.

“Mr. Miles was a valuable member of our team in the student transportation department,” Kamras’ statement read. “May you find comfort in your cherished memories during this difficult time. We are grateful for his service to Richmond Public Schools.”

Miles is survived by three brothers, five nephews, three step-nieces, two step-nephews, and numerous family members and close friends.