Franklin Dan Mayfield Jr.

Franklin Dan Mayfield Jr., 87, of Peoria passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at Lutheran Hillside Village, Peoria. He was born July 14, 1936, in Terre Haute, Indiana to Franklin and Alice (Barnett) Mayfield Sr. He married Ruth Hiatt in Muncie, Indiana on July 29, 1959, she passed away in February of 2013. Frank is survived by their sons, John Mayfield, Dwight (Margie) Mayfield, and Ralph (Emily) Mayfield; five grandchildren, Elizabeth, Alex, Ian, Genevieve and Roy. Frank graduated from Purdue University on a U.S. Navy ROTC scholarship. He served as Communications Officer on the Destroyer U.S.S. Richard S. Edwards from 1959-1962. Most of Frank's professional career was spent with Caterpillar Tractor Company. He enjoyed working with logging industry representatives to help Caterpillar's equipment better serve their needs. Frank was deeply committed to supporting individuals and families affected by mental illness. As a member of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), he played a pivotal role in raising awareness and promoting understanding of mental health issues. His contributions extended to the Illinois board of NAMI, where he worked tirelessly to improve services and support networks for those in need. Locally, Frank served as a Support Group Facilitator as well as President of Tri-County NAMI. Beyond his advocacy work, Frank was a member of First United Methodist Church in Peoria and active in their Wesley Weds class. The day prior to his death, Frank verbalized a desire to "help tutor someone after school," a nod to the service that he and Ruth enjoyed with various elementary students through Buddy Ministries. His faith was a guiding light in his life and motivated his compassionate service to others. The family will receive friends at 1PM Saturday July 13th at Lutheran Hillside Village in Peoria at the Waters of Life Chapel. Memorial services will follow at 2PM with Pastor Pat Monroe officiating. Following the services there will be a time of fellowship in the Schwindenhammer Community Room. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.SchmidtHaller.com. Previous Events Memorial Visitation JUL 13. 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CT) Lutheran Hillside Village 6901 N Galena Rd Waters of Life Chapel Peoria, IL 61614 Memorial Service JUL 13. 2:00 PM (CT) Lutheran Hillside Village 6901 N Galena Rd Waters of Life Chapel Peoria, IL 61614 Pastor Pat Monroe will officiate

Franklin Dan Mayfield Jr.

July 14, 1936 - July 9, 2024