January 16, 1950 – May 20, 2023
Jeff Munford, 73, of Lincoln passed away Saturday, May 20, 2023 in Lincoln. Born January 16, 1950 to Walter and Eunice Munford. Jeff graduated from Northeast High School and the University of Nebraska in Finance.
The majority of his life he was in sales and retired May 1, 2023 from Patterson Dental. He enjoyed golf and coaching his children in a variety of sports. He was diagnosed in December, 2022 with pancreatic cancer.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Julie, children Joshua (Hilary), Amanda Ottley, of Lincoln, Nathan (Miriam) of Omaha, Zachry (Alexis) of Omaha, and Daphne of Lincoln. He is survived by grandchildren, Karmindy Munford, Waylon and Briggs Ottley and Leighton Munford and Michelle and family. Jeff is also survived by his brother Jim, (Carol) Munford of Ft. Collins, Colo, sister Jeri (John) Alloway of Spring, Texas and sister-in-law Starlyn Munford of Albuquerque. Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Jon Munford, Brothers-in-laws Joe Edwards and Peter Arcus and sister-in-law Paula Edwards.
A celebration of Jeff’s life will be at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at Southview Christian Church, 2040 S. 22nd Street, Lincoln, NE. Memorials may be given to Southview Christian Church. Flowers to be directed to the church.
Jeff was one of the most influential people in my life. I first met him through my friendship with Amanda. He was such a great dad & patiently put up with all our music, dancing & sleepless sleepovers. Later, he helped me connect with my future employer & we became coworkers. Because of his kindness & generosity, I was given an opportunity to have the job of my dreams. Being the only woman in the sales bullpen at IDS, he always looked out for me & made sure I was included. I’ll miss seeing him at our National meeting this year. I always looked forward to giving him a big hug, hearing updates about the family & thanking him (again) for helping me all those years ago. I wouldn’t be where I am today without Jeff. I’ll forever be grateful for him.
For the family, I hope it brings you some comfort knowing how much Jeff meant to so many people. He was loved & appreciated. Sending you strength to get through this very difficult time.
I loved Jeff He was a wonderful brother in law and I’ll miss him.
Rest in peace