Linda Linder
July 27, 1945 ~ November 16, 2012
Linda Linder age 67 of Fredericksburg died Friday, November 16, 2012, at the Linn Haven Rehab and Healthcare Center in New Hampton.
A private family memorial service will be held Monday, November 26, 2012, at the Hugeback - Johnson Funeral Home in Fredericksburg with private family inurnment. Following the service the family will greet friends at the Fredericksburg Community Center and invite all for dinner and fellowship.
Linda Kay was born July 27, 1945, in Oelwein Iowa, daughter of Alfred and Florence (Besler) Recker. She married the love of her life Jerry Linder on August 13, 1966, in Oelwein. Linda and Jerry have shared 47 wonderful years together.
Linda grew up on a farm in Arlington, IA graduated from Scared Heart Catholic High School in 1962 and went on to attend Upper Iowa University where she graduated with a degree in Elementary Education. She taught school in Sumner and Fredericksburg before joining Jerry in the family insurance business. She always said her favorite job was when she was able to stay home raising her four boys.
Linda and Jerry raised four sons, Mitchell (Kellie) of Okatie, SC; Matthew (Lynn) of West Des Moines; Mark (Emily) of Ankeny; and Michael (Stephanie) of Charleston, SC. She was also blessed with six grandchildren, Cody, Shelby, Riley, Addison, Mason, and Henry that she loved dearly.
She is survived by her three brothers, Larry (Mary), Lyle (Fran), and Dale (Judy), and sisters Mary Ann Ryan, Sharon Lee (John) Woods, and brother in-law Pete Reeser. Linda Kay was preceded in death by her parents (Alfred/Florence), sister Betty Lou, brothers Carl and Ernie, and numerous other loving relatives and friends.
Linda was an amazing person, wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and a role model to all. She dearly loved her husband, four boys, and her precious grandchildren. She was an inspiration and touched so many people throughout her life. Even during her seven year battle with breast cancer, Linda always wanted to help and support others. She was famous for saying “If it wouldn’t be for this cancer, I would be in perfect health”.
She loved to spend time with family and friends, golfing, biking, playing cards, dancing to big band music, wintering in South Carolina, and Saturdays in the fall at Iowa Hawkeye Football games. Linda had a passion for people and life that was contagious and an embodiment of who she was as a person.
Linda was a charter member of St. Fredericks Catholic Church where she was a board member, Director of Religious Education, and CCD teacher for 25+ years. She loved to volunteer in the community and she was on Library Board, Dairy Day Board, Sesquicentennial Board, and numerous other state and local organizations.
Her love of life, people, and God was demonstrated everyday in her actions. She will be sorely missed, but leaves many fond memories and we will cherish forever.
Memorials may be directed to Friends of the Library, Iowa Hospice, Fredericksburg Community Education Foundation and other Local Organizations.
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Mitch and family, So very sorry to hear of your loss. Cherish the memories and keep her memory alive. Thinking of you and yours, Suzette Johnson Conley
Dawn Aschenbrenner lit a candle in memory of Linda Linder
Dear Mike and Family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Cherish the many wonderful memories of time spent together and the laughs shared. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts during this difficult time. With love, Erin Hackathorn
Thinking of all Linda’s family, and hoping you will find comfort in remembering her friendly smile and caring ways. She will be missed by the many lives she touched. I will especially miss her at book club. With deepest sympathy, Marlene Sowers
Jerry, we want you and your family to know that we are so sorry to hear about Linda’s passing. She always had such a kind and gentle smile. Remember quite often seeing her out in your yard planting flowers or weeding and always waving and saying ‘Hi’ You two did so much together! She will be greatly missed in the community! Sincerely, Jim and Kelly Stewart
Jerry, Mitch, Matt, Mark, Mike, and family I am truly saddened to hear of Linda’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. She was a loving and caring mother who always made me feel welcomed in your home…even when all of us boys started roughhousing. I have fond memories of all those sleep-overs at the Linder house and am privileged to have known such a wonderful woman. Chad Urness
Teleflora’s Blue Caribbean Bouquet was purchased for the family of Linda Linder.
Jerry and family, So sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. She was a wonderful person. You were truly blessed to have her as a major part of your life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the difficult time. Tom and Jill Urness
Mike and Family, I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. I pray that you will find peace in the days and weeks to come.
Mike and Family, I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. I pray that you will find peace in the days and weeks to come.
Dear Jerry and family We are so sorry. Our sympathy to you. She was a wonderful person and the town of Fredericksburg and ALL her friends will really miss Linda too..us included. She had many!
Kevin Wurzer lit a candle in memory of Linda Linder
Remembering Linda for her kindness to her elderly clients and handling their medicare and supplement situations. Nobody ever went the extra mile to care for them like she did. A real blessing. My sincere sympathy.
I cannot tell you how sadden I am to hear the news of Linda’s passing. I feel so grateful that I had the privilege of knowing such an incredible woman who loved her family and life so very much. My thoughts and sympathy go to each member of the family as I know she will be dearly missed. Keep those wonderful memories close to your heart as she helped to create so many that I’m sure will bring smiles to your face as the days go by. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jerry and family, Our deepest sympathy to your family at this difficult time. Heaven truly gained angel when Linda went to our heavenly home. I am so glad that I got to visit with you both when you were the grand marshalls when I was on the Dairy Day board. I remeber how excited Linda was that your family was going to be together. Cherish your memories and we will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Harry and Mary King
My prayers go out to Jerry and family on your loss. Linda was truely a wonderful woman and I am sorry for your loss.
My prayers go out to Jerry and family. I felt very fortunate knowing Linda. She was very nice lady. I am sorry for your loss. Steven W. Horak, D.C.
My most sincere sympathy to you Jerry, and family. I am so very saddened by the news of LInda’s passing. May you be comforted in the days to come by sweet memories and presence of loving family and friends. —- Jan Phillis
I am thankful for the times I got to work with Linda at the Friends of the Library meetings, she always had a special place in her heart for the library. Your family has our deepest sympathies. Daryl and Laure Bouska
You and Linda were one of the neatest married couples we’ve known – hugs to you all- we’re holding you close in our thoughts and prayers
We send our sincere condolences to your family. Linda had an unforgetable smile and sparkle in her eyes. May God be with you all at this time as you celebrate Linda’s life. Ken and Sue Benning
Sincere sympathy on the loss of a beautiful lady. Dave and Rosalie Richardson
Mr. Linder, Karen and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family. Linda was one of the nicest people I knew. ‘. . don’t grieve like those who have no hope’ I hope you can find solace in the promise of the resurrection that Linda is in the loving arms of her savior. Bill and Karen Behrens
Our deepest sympathy to the Linder family, may Linda rest in peace, and the Lord comfort you during this time of loss.
Mike And Connie Short lit a candle in memory of Linda Linder
Jerry and family, Everyone in our family sends our love and prayers to you. We were so looking forward to spending time with you both in Charleston next spring. You all put up such a valiant fight and we know you will miss her so much. Much love, Cherie, Darrell, Mandy, Mark and Jon
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Jerry, and your family. Linda was a beautiful, compassionate person. May she rest in peace. Marge and Rich TeKippe
Our Deepest Sympathy goes out to you Gerry and your family during this time with the loss of your loved one. Know that you are in our prayers and thoughts and May Linda rest in peace. Jack Meissen, Lyn and Chris Bruns
Hello Gerry and to your sons and families: Tammy sent me the notice of Linda’s passing and I know that Dave sends his condolences along with me. Linda was a sweet lady and a wonderful friend and neighbor. We thank the Lord for her life and we will pray that He will console and comfort you and family. It was a hard journey. Prayers and love, Char and Dave Fye
Jerry, Deepest sympathy to you and your family in this time of great sorrow. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you during this time.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Linder family, at this sad time. Sincere sympathy to you all. Norma Schrandt
We’re so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife and mother. She was always so kind to everyone. Our prayers are with you all.
Jerry, I was so surprised and sad to read about Linda’s passing. Please accept my sincere sympathy. Ben Ryan
Our prayers and sympathy to the Linder families. Linda was an angel on earth and now in heaven.
Jerry & Family,So sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. She will be without pain and looking down on the rest of us and your family. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. Vince & Wilma Lensing
Our prayers and sympathy go out to the Linder families. She was just a beautiful person inside and out. So nice to visit with. She will never be forgotten. God bless her.
Linda was my First Grade Teacher at Sumner Community Schools. She was very nice and I learned a lot from her. My prayers to the family.
Mark & family So sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. May you find peace in this difficult time. My dad passed in June and there is comfort in knowing he is no longer suffering. I hope you find that comfort as well. Angel (Kuker) Dietz
I was remembering how I admired Linda’s wash. Our boys grew up together and those Linder boys really sparkled.. I’m sure she’ll be the angel with the brightest robe in heaven. Condolences to you Jerry and your boys and families. Linda will be missed greatly. Prayers from Judy and Gene Kottke
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