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Faith Lorraine <I>Finnestad</I> Tunge

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Faith Lorraine Finnestad Tunge

Birth
Cylinder, Palo Alto County, Iowa, USA
Death
30 Jun 2023 (aged 101)
Peoria, Maricopa County, Arizona, USA
Burial
Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County, South Dakota, USA Add to Map
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Faith Lorraine Tunge
APRIL 19, 1922 – JUNE 30, 2023

Faith L. Tunge 101, of Peoria, AZ, passed away on June 30, 2023. A private family service will be held, with internment taking place at St. Michaels Cemetery, Sioux Falls, SD. Faith was a constant joy to her family and friends, and on her 101st birthday said, "I've traveled a long way and some of the roads weren't paved, but what a lovely and loving life I've lived." Faith was born in Cylinder, Iowa to John and Mamie (nee Randa) Finnestad. She married Harry Tunge on December 27,1941. They called Sioux Falls home while Harry served in the Air National Guard until 1990's, when they retired to Sun City, AZ. Faith was a generous soul who volunteered with many organizations throughout the years including McKennan Hospice, Sioux Vocational School and the Pink Ladies. Faith's found true joy and happiness in being a member of the Christian Women's Club. She was a member and a bible study leader for 40 years, retiring from the group at 90 years young. Faith is survived by her sons, David (Diane),Yankton, SD, Brian (Jill), Murrells Inlet, SC, daughter-in-law Patrice, Hazen, ND, seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, brother, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and the many friends she made along her path of life.

She was preceded in death by husband Harry and son John.

In lieu of flowers and memorials, please donate to Hospice of the Valley, Phoenix, AZ.

"Even to my old age, you are the same. And even when my hair is gray, you will carry me. You have made me and you will bear me. You will sustain me and you will deliver me." Isaiah 46:4

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race and I have kept the faith." 2Timothy 4:7

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Faith Lorraine Tunge
APRIL 19, 1922 – JUNE 30, 2023

Faith L. Tunge 101, of Peoria, AZ, passed away on June 30, 2023. A private family service will be held, with internment taking place at St. Michaels Cemetery, Sioux Falls, SD. Faith was a constant joy to her family and friends, and on her 101st birthday said, "I've traveled a long way and some of the roads weren't paved, but what a lovely and loving life I've lived." Faith was born in Cylinder, Iowa to John and Mamie (nee Randa) Finnestad. She married Harry Tunge on December 27,1941. They called Sioux Falls home while Harry served in the Air National Guard until 1990's, when they retired to Sun City, AZ. Faith was a generous soul who volunteered with many organizations throughout the years including McKennan Hospice, Sioux Vocational School and the Pink Ladies. Faith's found true joy and happiness in being a member of the Christian Women's Club. She was a member and a bible study leader for 40 years, retiring from the group at 90 years young. Faith is survived by her sons, David (Diane),Yankton, SD, Brian (Jill), Murrells Inlet, SC, daughter-in-law Patrice, Hazen, ND, seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, brother, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and the many friends she made along her path of life.

She was preceded in death by husband Harry and son John.

In lieu of flowers and memorials, please donate to Hospice of the Valley, Phoenix, AZ.

"Even to my old age, you are the same. And even when my hair is gray, you will carry me. You have made me and you will bear me. You will sustain me and you will deliver me." Isaiah 46:4

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race and I have kept the faith." 2Timothy 4:7

Sunland Memorial Park


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  • Created by: David Cross
  • Added: Jul 5, 2023
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  • Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/256265653/faith_lorraine-tunge: accessed ), memorial page for Faith Lorraine Finnestad Tunge (19 Apr 1922–30 Jun 2023), Find a Grave Memorial ID 256265653, citing Saint Michael Catholic Cemetery, Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County, South Dakota, USA; Maintained by David Cross (contributor 48949781).