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E.F. Bingham Obituary

E.F. (Bing) Bingham E.F. (Bing) Bingham died on December 1, 2010 in Phoenix, Az. He was born July 20, 1911. He was a retired Col of the United States Air Force and past owner of Bingham Dance Center. He was preceded in death by two daughters, Wanda Bingham Sipes and Jane Bingham Collins. He is survived by three children. Joy Bingham Swift, Connie Bingham Harrell, E. F. (Buzz) Bingham and son-in-law, retired Col. Ken S. Collin, as well as 13 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and many friends who will miss him, his sensible outlook, generous spirit and strong sense of humor. The family will receive friends between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 10:00 A.M. Monday, December 13, 2010 with graveside services, with Military Honors, following at 11:00 A.M. Monday, December 13, 2010 at Resthaven Memorial Park with Judge Bascom W. Bentley III officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Ellis Funeral Home. Condolences may be offered at www.ellisfunerals.com. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to the charity of your choice.

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Published by Midland Reporter-Telegram on Dec. 12, 2010.

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Darelyn Jobe

December 13, 2010

Mr. Bingham was my dance teacher when I was a little girl. I remember him vividly. I loved him and have cherished every memory of my years under his teaching. He taught me so much more than just posture and position and I am grateful that I had a chance to know him. I pray God comforts you and lifts your sorrow and grief, leaving only sweet and precious memories.

December 13, 2010

Mr. Bingham was my dance teacher for many years and my mom Cherry Jones worked for him for many years as well. He was a significant part of my childhood and I will always remember him. My heart and prayers go out to all of the family. Blessings, Jeanne Jones

December 13, 2010

Dear Joy,
Inever knew your Dad, but heard you speak about him when we were dancing. I can't be there this morning because I am line-dancing. I send my love,
Jean Longman-Flint

December 12, 2010

Mr. Bingham was my dance teacher for about nine years starting in 1961. He was always so kind and patient and what a wonderful dancer! He has forever touched my life.
Nessia Mitchell Allen

Shari (Collins) Shannon Duran

December 9, 2010

Granddaddy Bing was a gentleman in every sense of the word. I remember his 80th birthday party in Midland. So many of us there to celebrate with him! We will all miss him. Unfortunately, Joe and I will not be able to be there, but our thoughts and prayers will be.

Cindy Thompson

December 9, 2010

I share the family's sorrow at the loss of Grandaddy Bing. Mark and I leave today for a 7 day cruise for our 28th anniversary celebration, and will be unable to come to Midland. Mark is a trumpeter and plays Taps for many military services (as he did recently for Daddy) and would've been honored to have done so next week. Love to everyone and know I am with you all in spirit. Love, Cindy (Sipes) Thompson

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