Mrs. Luendia Kay Polk Johnson

January 24, 1956 - July 29, 2020

Mrs. Luendia Kay Polk Johnson, 64, of Peoria, IL transitioned to her heavenly home at 12:30 pm on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center. Luendia was born in Peoria, IL on January 24, 1956 to proud parents Woodrow and Lexanna (Hines) Wilson. She was educated in the District 150 schools, graduating from Peoria Central High School in 1974. Luendia received her Associates degree and was an educator in Peoria District 150 schools for many years. Luendia married Kevin Polk on July 11, 1981 to their union two children were born, Wilson and Lexanna. Kevin preceded her in death on August 9, 1990. She later married Eugene Johnson on April 12, 1997; he preceded her in death on February 25, 2009. Luendia was a faithful member of Church of the Living God, Temple 5 LBLC where she served as church clerk, trustee and sang in the choir. Luendia loved singing gospel music; was an avid reader of the Bible and loved baking, especially caramel cakes. Luendia leaves to cherish her most precious memories her loving children, Wilson Polk and Lexanna Polk both of Peoria, IL; two sisters, Moralee McLaurin of Chicago, IL, Maxine Jones of Peoria, IL; 8 grandchildren, Kayana, Kirsten, Kesean, Natalia, Brielle, Willow, Leniyah and Lefvion; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is also preceded in death by her parents; 4 brothers, Aaron, Woodrow Jr., Oscar and Jesse Wilson; 3 sisters, Lacie Wilson, Lowrine Denson and Pearl Wilson. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2020 from 10:30 am to 11:30 am at Simons Mortuary. A grave side service will be held immediately following at Lutheran Cemetery. Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at SimonsMortuary.com. As the States begin re-opening in response to the Global Coronavirus Pandemic, some people are returning to their previous normal living standards. Unfortunately, we are now in our new normal as unreal and sometimes uncomfortable as the socially distancing and continuous use of protective masks may feel. *In an effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, we ask that everyone in attendance: wear a face mask and refrain from hugging, kissing and shaking hands (as hard as it is to see someone you care about and not touch them). Thanks in advance for your cooperation! *It is our responsibility as a Funeral Directors, to do everything we can to advise families in order to honor our beloved Families and to keep everyone as safe as possible. The sanctuary can socially distance and seat a limit of 25 or less people. All others will be able to flow through and view prior to beginning the Celebration of Life Ceremony.