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Luetta Ruth Gayfield

Jan 9, 1954 – Aug 26, 2009

Racine – Luetta Ruth (nee: Morgan) Gayfield, 55, passed away at Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints Medical Center on Wednesday, August 26, 2009. Luetta was born in St. Louis, Missouri on January 9, 1954 to the late Wardell Sylvester Morgan, Sr. and Mamie Rosalie (nee: Madison) Morgan. She attended Marshall Elementary, Turner Middle School, and Sumner High School in St. Louis. Luetta was united in matrimony to the late Wilmo Gayfield on October 8, 1988. Luetta was employed by Piggly Wiggly before she was forced to retire due to physical ailments. With a profound Christian faith, she was a member of Gospel Mission Ministries (Racine) before attending The Church of God (Kenosha). Luetta enjoyed reading, crocheting, and quilting. Luetta was also a social butterfly. Above all, she loved and cherished being in the midst of her entire family. Surviving are her children, Rita (Donte) Parrow of Milwaukee; Marie (Duncan) Harris Jr. of Racine; and Edwin Morgan of Reedsburg; grandchildren, Luetta, Tia and Ebony Monette; Terrance and Tyana Lambert; and Marissa Martin; brother, Wardell D. (Michalea “Mickey”) Morgan, Sr. of Racine; sisters, Emma Barry, Doris Bowens, Allie V. (Cliff) Scales and Charlene (Richard “Rick”) White all of Racine, Marie Wilks, Sarah Brooks both of West Point, Mississippi; brothers-in-law, Tommy (Coretta) Terry of Saint Louis, Missouri and George Gayfield of Milwaukee; sister-in-law, Alice Gayfield of Saint Louis, Missouri; God daughter Patricia Hampton of Racine. Luetta also had one best friend April Gandy of Racine, one God sister Audrey Smith of Racine and two very special friends Pastors Breon and Karen Norton also of Racine and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends – too numerous to mention by name. In addition to her parents, Luetta was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Wilmo (Jack) Gayfield, one daughter, baby Gayfield, one brother, Wardell S. Morgan Jr., and one nephew, Joseph Morgan. A Homegoing Celebration will be held in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Monday, August 31, 2009 at 11:00 am. Private interment will take place in Graceland Cemetery. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Monday from 10-11 am.

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  2. Kyna Campbell-Jordan says

    My 2nd Mother Cookie will truly be missed. Rita, Marie, and Edwin always remember Luke 1:37 and know that all of you will get through this and Mama is only gone in body, but will forever be with all of us in spirit. I love all of you and Thank You for allowing me to be a part of your family. Love Forever, Big Sis Kyna.

  3. Kyna Campbell-Jordan says

    My 2nd Mother Cookie will truly be missed. Rita, Marie, and Edwin always remember Luke 1:37 and know that all of you will get through this and Mama is only gone in body, but will forever be with all of us in spirit. I love all of you and Thank You for allowing me to be a part of your family. Love Forever, Big Sis Kyna.

  5. Alvin & Barbar webber says

    We will miss her dearly ,She like sister to me in late 1960.I been know her and wardell for all of life.Give the family my prayer and condolences.
    the Webber family

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December 1, 2023

My siblings and I recently had the unfortunate experience of having to plan a funeral for our beloved mother – Juana Munoz. During this difficult time, we were fortunate enough to come across a funeral home that truly went above and beyond what was expected. Their attention to detail and dedication to ensuring our comfort and safety throughout the entire process was truly remarkable. From the moment we stepped foot into the funeral home, we were greeted with warmth and compassion. The staff members, but specifically Mark was incredibly understanding and empathetic, making us feel at ease during such a challenging time. Mark took the time to listen to our needs and wishes, and his guidance and support were invaluable. One aspect that truly stood out was Mark’s meticulous attention to detail. He paid close attention to every aspect of the funeral arrangements, ensuring that nothing was overlooked. From the floral arrangements to the music selection, every detail was carefully considered and executed flawlessly. Mark even noticed that the temperature in the room was getting warm and promptly adjusted it to ensure our comfort. What impressed me the most was their commitment to our safety. Mark and his team took every precaution to ensure that our family and guests were protected throughout the entire process. From the funeral home to the cemetery, Mark made sure that all safety measures were in place, including providing hand sanitizers, and even arranging for additional staff members to assist with crowd control. Furthermore, Mark’s professionalism and organization was evident in every aspect of the funeral service. He coordinated seamlessly with the cemetery staff, ensuring a smooth transition from the funeral home to the final resting place. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellence truly made a difference in our overall experience. In addition to their exceptional service, the funeral home also provided us with resources and support beyond the funeral itself. They offered grief counseling services and connected us with local support groups, which proved to be invaluable during our grieving process. Overall, we cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional service provided by Mark, and broader, Draeger Langendorf team. Their attention to detail, commitment to our safety, and genuine compassion made a difficult time a little more bearable. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of funeral arrangements, as they truly go above and beyond to ensure that every detail is taken care of and that families are supported throughout . the entire process. – Epifanio and The Munoz Family

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