Muriel Lucas

Saturday, May 18th, 2019 at the age of 95. Born June 8, 1923 in Selma, Alabama, Muriel was

raised in New Orleans, Louisiana before later relocating to the Midwest.

Muriel was educated at various higher learning institutions including Tuskegee Institute. She

was employed in social work as a caseworker for the State of Illinois in Springfield until her

retirement.

Muriel was very active in Unity Church of Springfield, Illinois as a member, volunteer, and prayer

partner. Her civic involvement included serving as a crisis hotline volunteer, cooking for the

homeless, spending time with hospice patients, and mentoring to many. She enjoyed singing,

playing the piano, participating in an African drumming circle, and dancing as a member of the

Illinois Blues Association.

Her life was a living example of Ephesians 4:32- "Be kind and compassionate to one another,

forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you."

Muriel was preceded in death by her parents Roger William Coleman and Vera Leigh Sayles as

well as her children Peggy and Joseph. She is survived by eldest daughter, Muriel, youngest

daughter, Misty, several grandchildren, and a host of great grandchildren and great great

grandchildren.

A private ceremony will be held by the family.