June Mingus Obituary
MAPLETON - June Marilyn Mingus, age 88, passed away at her home in Mapleton at 6:45 p.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2020, surrounded by her family.
She was born to Lloyd and Elizabeth (Edens) Grage on July 2, 1931 in Peoria. She married Walter Lloyd Mingus on March 28, 1950 in Peoria, and he survives.
Marilyn is also survived by her children, Dave (Candra) Mingus of East Peoria, John (Debra) Mingus of Mapleton, and June (Joseph) Bembenek of Mapleton; four grandsons, Seth, Jonathan, Adam, and Johnathan "Gus"; and seven great-grandchildren, Julia, Maks, Jolie, Kate, Jackson, Lincoln, and Lucille.
She was preceded in death by one brother, Lloyd Jr.
She was a homemaker, a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Peoria, and a member of Femmes Unir Bartonville Women's Club for many years. Marilyn loved her Lord and Savior. She truly appreciated and enjoyed His many creations – Family, friends, God's nature, and her cat Priscilla. She lived her faith serving God each and every day, and was an inspiration and blessing to all who knew and loved her. She was the best mother and grandmother.
A private funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2020, and burial will take place at Parkview Cemetery. Gary Deiters Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Memorials may be made to Christ Lutheran Church.
Online condolences may be left at www.GaryDeitersFH.com
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Charles ( Dave) Zook
April 27, 2021
Walt, and family
We wish to express our sincere condolences. June was a very nice person and I am sure she will be deeply missed. Worked around Walt for many years, and knew June through association. We send Prayers for the Mingus family.
Dave and Marylee Zook
Charles (Dave) Zook
May 7, 2020
Walt and family, We are very sorry to learn of June's passing and wish to express our sincere condolences. Prayers to the family and God Bless!
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Dave and Marylee Zook
Dave Messer
May 6, 2020
Dave and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for all of you. Dave and Peggy Messer
Silas Strode
May 6, 2020
Arlene and I are going to miss you June. You were always one of our best friends. Walt & I were always together on Livingston Street until he fell in love with you in High School. Lots of good memories visiting you and Walt before moving to Peoria Arizona. We send our love and Sympathy to Walt and the extended Mingus family.
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Ron and Lorraine Stotts
May 6, 2020
Our prayers and sympathy to all of you at this difficult time. Cherish the many good memories and know we are praying for you. "He is our peace." Eph 2:14
Jay and Lisa Gullett
May 5, 2020
Mingus family, We are so sorry to hear of Marilyn's passing. Heaven has truly gained an angel. Marilyn was a absolute sweetheart! Sending you sympathy and prayers.
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