RIP Barbara Billingsley

Barbara Billingsley, the actress best known as mom June Cleaver from the 1950′s show “Leave It to Beaver”, has died. She was 94 years old.

Co-Star Jerry Mathers, who played her son Beaver, released the following statement;

“I am deeply saddened by the loss of my dear friend and lifetime mentor Barbara Billingsley. She will live in the hearts of her fans as a wonderful actress and be remembered by her friends as a gracious lady. Barbara was a patient advisor and teacher. She helped me along this challenging journey through life by showing me the importance of manners, and respect for others. She will be deeply missed by all of her family, friends, fans and most especially by me.”

According to Billingsley’s family, she died of natural causes at her home in Santa Monica, CA.