Leland Mingo

Leland "Lee" Mingo, 93 of Glenwood, IA, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025 at the Life Care Center of Elkhorn in Elkhorn, NE.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church in Glenwood. Visitation at the church will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Rosary begins at 6:45 p.m.
Loess Hills Funeral Home in Glenwood is caring for Lee and his family.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials are to Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church

Leland Jules Mingo was born on April 24, 1931 in Sioux City, IA, the son of Jules and Agnes (Saucier) Mingo. He graduated from Trinity High School in Sioux City in 1949. Lee worked as insurance agent for Equitable Life until his retirement.

Lee and Audrey June Perrin were united in marriage on October 28, 1950 in Sioux City. They were blessed with seven children, Lori, Terri, Susie, Joseph, Julie, Mike, and Greg.

Lee was a member of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church and Knights of Columbus. He loved playing golf and enjoyed having a glass of wine. In his younger years, Lee loved all sports. He loved spending time with his family and grandchildren, who were his pride and joy.

Lee was preceded in death by his parents; beloved wife Audrey in 2015; daughter Terri Shannon in 2021; son-in-laws Larry Gipson and Rich Anderson; brothers, Raymond, Clayton, and Ronald Mingo; and sister Betty Larsen.

Lee is survived by his children, Lori Gipson of Lincoln, NE, Susie Tack (David) of Las Vegas, NV, Joseph Mingo (Kathryn) of Islip, NY, Julie Anderson (Bobby Dickerson) of Cape Coral, FL, Mike Mingo (Kathy) of Omaha, NE, and Greg Mingo (Melissa) of Las Vegas; 16 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; other relatives; and many special friends.