Nlambu Z. Matundu, 82, of Democratic Republic of the Congo. He passed away at 10:21 a.m. on Thursday, December 20, 2018 at the AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center in Pomona, NJ.
He was born on October 27, 1936 in Democratic Republic of the Congo a son of Philippe Nlambu and Nganda Mpezo. He married Nsansi E. Mbondo on February 8, 1960 in Matadi, Congo, she survives.
Nlambu is survived by seven children, Anita Miezi Matundu, Gertrude Luzolo Matundu, Eugene Matundu, Guy Matundu, Mita Matundu, Nene Matundu, and Mifie Matundu. He is also survived by twenty-four grandchildren, two great grandchildren and one sister.
He is preceded in death by his parents; two children, Philippe Matundu and Ritha Matundu, as well as, one grandson, one brother, and two sister.
Nlambu proudly served in the Belgium Public Force for nine years, entering in 1951, serving until he joined the FAZ/Congo Army in 1960. He proudly served until 1983. He was commander of Army Logistics and oversaw Army uniform production and weapon and ammunition supply.
He spent most of his time at the Army base church, where he was a deacon, teacher of baptism and in charge of the prayer branch. He also played piano and sang in the church choir. His family will remember his sense of humor, his generosity and kindness. Mostly they will remember the love he had for his family and friends.
Visitation
JAN
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CST)
Kibler-Brady-Ruestman Memorial Home
1104 N. Main St.
Bloomington, IL 61701
Visitation
JAN
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CST)
Cavalry Baptist Church
1017 N. School St.
Normal, IL 61761
Funeral Service
JAN
5.
12:00 PM (CST)
Cavalry Baptist Church
1017 N. School St.
Normal, IL 61761
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