Muriel Lucas

Indianapolis, IN- Ms. Muriel Armeda (Coleman) Lucas entered peacefully into eternal rest on 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, Mu...[more]

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l, youngest daughter, Misty, several grandchildren, and a host of great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. A private ceremony will be held by the family.