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JOHN MINGEE Obituary

John Eric Mingee, 45, passed away September 12, 2013, at home. John was born Sept. 6, 1968, in Kansas City, Kan., and was the son of John Barton Mingee (Ginny) and Janet Johnson. He is survived by his parents, his wife, Michele and step-son, Ryan Barker (Kristin) as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. John graduated from FL Schlagle HS and served as a Helicopter Crew Chief in the US Navy. John served as a Police Officer in the KCK Police Dept. and as a Deputy Sheriff for the Wyandotte County Sheriff's Department. John later transitioned to a Regional Driver for Schneider National Transportation. A celebration of John's life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a memorial gift may be made to The Gateway for Cancer Research online at www.DemandCuresToday.com.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Sep. 15, 2013.

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Jeff & Cindy Tompkins

September 27, 2013

So sorry to hear of John's passing. He was extremely tough and fought a courageous battle. Our thoughts are with you during this tough time.

Sharyn Minnick

September 16, 2013

Michelle, I am so very sorry for your loss and all that you had to go through but John is home now and no longer in pain. You will be with him again one day. Peace be with you.

Gay Dittemore

September 16, 2013

My sincere sympathy to the whole family. I did not know John, but his father, Barton, was a classmate and he and Genny are friends. I along with other friends will be sending to The Gateway for Cancer Research.

Donna Smith-Edwards

September 16, 2013

I am so very sorry for you loss Michelle, I have no words other than you will be in my thoughts and prayers!

Angie Haffner

September 16, 2013

So sorry to hear this news. My prayers are with you Michelle.

September 15, 2013

Michele, so very sorry for your loss. John fought a hard battle to stay with you. He is free of pain new. Love Nancy Stone (Kristin's grandmother)

Susy Ross

September 15, 2013

Eric - as we always knew him - will be remembered by us for his participation in black powder shooting, tomahawk and knife throwing and roughing it by watching black and white TV in our camper. What a kid!!

September 15, 2013

Michele, my heart breaks for you. I will continue to pray for you and for his family.

Teri Barrett

September 15, 2013

To Michele and all of John's family and friends... my heart breaks for your loss. Certainly we mourn his death ... I pray that the time comes quickly that you can thank God that he lived and was a part of your life. Rest in peace with no more pain John.

Tammy Rustin-Hargis

September 15, 2013

So sorry for your loss Michelle. I'm sending prayers of comfort your way.

Beth French

September 15, 2013

Missing you John! Rest in peace, No more pain for you my friend. Just broken hearts wishing there was more we could do, but so grateful for the precious time we were blessed with having you be a part of our lives. Forever in our hearts Never forgotten. Hugs in heaven. Steve & Beth

Shelly Clinton

September 15, 2013

Michelle,
I am praying for you and know the loss of John is a void which will irreplaceable. The short time I knew him he was amazing and incredibly thoughtful. He was an angel to my niece and nephew here on earth and is now and angel in heaven watching over you and many more.
Love you,
Shelly and Sheremie

Michelle Zeller Hansford

September 15, 2013

Im so so sorry for such a trumendous loss Michele. I can't imagine how you must feel. If there's anything I can do to help in anyway please ask.. prayers going out to you and family. hugs

Jan Haffey

September 15, 2013

Michele, Ron and I continue to hold you in our prayers. Take care of yourself.

Gayla Copple

September 15, 2013

Dear Michelle and Family,
I know you all fought the hard fight especially John. I am so sorry you had to part from him so soon. Know that one day you will see him again and until then he lives in your hearts and memories. He will always be beside you even if you can not see him. He may be on a Harley though. Michelle, I love you. You are one amazing woman. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tammy Hopper

September 15, 2013

Michele so sorry for the loss of John. You helped him put up a galant fight. The two of you were so good together. Grateful to have been apart of this journey.

Bob

September 15, 2013

I am grateful for the life of Mr. Mingee. Thanks to his service and to the service of others in our armed forces, my family and I have been able to lead our lives in freedom and peace.

September 15, 2013

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