Verna Jean Mingus Obituary
We announce the death of Verna Jean Mingus (Waterloo, Iowa), who passed away on June 27, 2026, at the age of 91. Verna will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Verna Jean Mingus to pay them a last tribute.
Verna will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Verna will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Verna’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Vernon Tomlinson and Minnie Mae Tomlinson (Schafer); and her husbands, LeRoy Grittmann and Richard Mingus. She is survived by: her sons, Robert (Bert), Lee, Brian (Tanya) and Mark Grittmann; and her siblings, Ron Tomlinson and Cathy Knobloch.
