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Linda Johnson
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Linda Marie Johnson, 70, of Glenfield, ND, died April 4, 2015, at the Griggs County Care Center, Cooperstown, ND with her family by her side. Linda was born January 20, 1945, in Jamestown, ND, the daughter of Myron and Doris (Troseth) Kirkeby. She grew up in Sutton, and graduated from Glenfield- Sutton High School in 1963. Linda attended college in Fargo, ND, earning a degree in nursing in 1966. Linda spent her first year of her career working in the ER at St. Luke’s Hospital in Fargo. She then worked at the Cooperstown Hospital for a few years, with most of her career being at the Carrington Hospital. In addition, Linda held a position as Parish Nurse and worked with Hospice. She retired at the age of 62. On June 30, 1967, Linda was united in marriage with Theodore L. Johnson in Glenfield. They attended high school together and went on to share life farming in Glenfield. She enjoyed crocheting, golfing, traveling and spending time with family. She was known in Glenfield for being the local ER, treating many family and friends at her home when they were in need of some extra care. Linda had a passion for helping people. Linda will be remembered by her three sons, Eric (Rhoda), Nate (Nikki), and Aaron (Beve) Johnson, all of Glenfield; seven grandchildren, Chantel, Michael, Janae, Kaylee, Grace, Tyler, and Avery; two great-grandchildren, Tatyn, and Makaya; one brother Marlin Kirkeby; two nieces and a nephew. Linda was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Theodore in 2011.
PRAYER SERVICE: Thursday at 7PM, Evans Funeral Home, Cgtn FUNERAL SERVICE: Prairie Faith Lutheran Church, Glenfield, ND DATE AND TIME: Friday, April 10, 2015 at 3:00PM BURIAL: Glenfield Cemetery, Glenfield, ND |
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Name: Muriel (Anderson) Tourtelotte
Date: 4/13/15
Message: I am saddened to hear of my dear relative's passing. I grew up always knowing the Kirkeby's were my family (and Vandal would have been able to tell you exactly how we were related)! Linda was much loved. I send my sympathy to her family.
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Name: Marilyn Pribbenow Johnson
Date: Apr 12, 2015
Message: I was so sorry to hear of Linda's death. We were nursing students in Fargo together. Life is so short.
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Name: Donna Rodlin
Date: 04/10/2015
Message: I an so sad to hear about my dear cousin Linda's passing but the people in heaven will be so glad to have her there. My deepest sympathy goes out to Eric, Nathan, Erin, and families and to Marlin. I will keep you all in my prayers. Linda was a wonderful special person in my life and her memories will live forever.
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Name: Gary and Becky Cooper
Date: 4/8/2015
Message: We are so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. She was a very dear and kind hearted person. She helped in so many ways for Phyllis and Shirley Cooper and was a dear family friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with her sons and their families.
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Name: James Matson
Date: April 8, 2015
Message: So sorry to hear of Linda's passing. She was a great cousin, and a great spirit. Her skill, strength, compassion, loyalty and good humor were a blessing to many. We are thinking of the Johnson family, and Linda's brother Marlin, in this difficult time. May you find strength and solace, and may you carry her great spirit forward.
Jim and Beth, Madison Wisconsin
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Name: Ellen Mickels
Message: I'll always remember Linda for her great smile, keen wit, warm hugs and her kind and caring heart. She will be greatly missed by all who loved her. Many people's lives have been made better because of her!
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Name: Tammy (Walen) Shannon
Date: 4/8/15
Message: Nate, Eric, and Aaron. So sorry to hear about the passing of Linda... She was an amazing woman and so many of my childhood memories are in Glenfield and hanging out with cousin Nathan and at the Johnsons. Best tree fort in town!.... You all are in my prayers. You three were blessed with an amazing mom! I will never forget when Nathan and I got attacked by wasps at my grandparents farm and Linda came to the rescue! God bless
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Name: Betty Mahlke (Weisz)
Date: 4-7-2015
Message: I went to school with your mom in Sutton until 1956. Your grandparents and my parents were good friends. My prayers are with you. Cherishing the good memories you had with her will make your loss easier. God bless you all.
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Name: Karlyn Frantsen
Date: 4-7-15
Message: Forever friends- so thankful we met at St.Lukes as nursing students and have kept in touch all these years- Am forever grateful for Linda's friendship and am missing her! My love and sympathy to her family- Tears, hugs, blessings AND smiles for having my dear friend in my world!
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Name: Jamison and Jennifer Jensen
Date: 04/07/2015
Message: Our thoughts and prayers to the Johnson family.
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Name: Mary Palmer
Date: April 6
Message: I have known Linda since I was a child - she's my auntie Cleo's best friend. I am very sad to learn of Linda's passing. I feel that she is now in a beautiful place, where she truly is needed. My thoughts and prayers are with her boys and their families
Mary Palmer