Linda
J. Lane
Died
October 6, 2015
NORTHPORT – Linda Janet Lane, 78, of
Northport, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2015 at
Tendercare of Leelanau.
Linda
was born on July 31, 1937, Pontiac, MI, the daughter of Robert and Hope
(Rogers) Fenchel.
Linda
will be remembered by all who knew her as a kind and gentle spirit that tread
lightly on this earth. She took great
joy in the simplicity and beauty of the natural world surrounding her. Linda had an innate artistic gift that
represented itself in many various mediums her entire life. She dearly loved the dogs and cats that
shared different times of her life, as well as all creatures great and small in
existence.
My
dear mother always told me, “Love you forever and always”. I, as her daughter, echo the same to her
spirit which will surround me and always be held in my heart.
Linda
is survived by her daughter, Kerry M. Emery; grandson, Christopher David Lane;
special cousin, Connie Podleski; special friend, Melanie Bowen; and many
additional cousins.
She
was preceded in death by her parents; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Private
family services will be held a later date.
Memorials
may be directed to Leelanau Twp. Public Library, P.O. Box 235, Northport, MI
49670 and/or to the Cherryland Humane Society, 1750 Ahlberg Road, Traverse
City, MI 49686.
Please share memories and condolences with Linda’s family
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To Linda's knew Bob and Hope, as they were my mom and dad's friends...they were Irv and Leona Francisco. They were all good people. I guess maybe they were related too cuz my moms cousin was either Junie or Charlene Rogers and Edith Farber etc...i'm sure it is hard at this moment, and i am sending prayers... Shelly Francisco Walter
ReplyDeleteIt was with sorrow that I read of Linda's passing. I with I had known that she was in Tender Care. I first knew Linda in our painting group at The Old Art Building in Leland. She was a delightful member, a fine artist, who always had a dimpled smile and fun in her heart. Later I helped her feed Morgan, the neighborhood homeless dog who would not let anyone touch him, yet knew where he was cared for and where to be fed. Linda loved animals, and took care of our cat once. I met Kerry, in Santa Barbara, and wish to extend my condolences especially to you, Kerry, on the passing of your mother. Linda leaves a warm place in my memory and in my heart. Kathie Snedeker
ReplyDeleteDear family of Linda's and dear Linda, How I will miss your sweet smile as we chatted in the aisles of Toms in northport. I am so sorry that I did not know you were in Tender care. I am so sad I didn't visit you, dear Linda. Linda, you were an exceptionally "free" artist. I always Admired your spontaneity in painting, as well as your creativity. Best of all, I enjoyed discussing current events as we clogged the aisles in Tom's , both stating to the manager. "We need a cafe here!!" You are and were truly authentic honest person, who walked your talk. I've always admired you and hope I have gleaned a tiny bit fr knowing you. Helen Sica in Spirit
ReplyDeleteDear family of Linda, I was very sorry to read of Linda's passing. I got to know her as a customer of mine when I worked at Tom's Market in Northport. She was a very kind and sweet lady. I once bought one of her "kitty watercolors". She was very talented. I was unaware that she was in Tendercare, otherwise I would have visited her. Bless her heart, I know she is a happy spirit in Heaven. In Sympathy, Diana Roubal
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