It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Linda, our dear wife, mother, grandmother and best friend.
Born in Nelson, Linda grew up in Salmo, a small town in the interior of B.C., with her brothers and sisters. Life wasn’t easy for her, but she always saw the bright side in every situation. Linda relocated to Victoria, in her teens, alongside two of her siblings, where she met her husband-to-be, Chris, in high school. The pair made a beautiful life for themselves through hard work, determination and endless optimism. Linda’s greatest joy was in her children, Sara, Stephen, Karen and Kate, along with her granddaughter Veda.
She and Chris were fortunate to share several trips together adventure-travelling on six continents, cycling, running and immersing themselves in various cultures. Linda was grateful for each and every day of her life, particularly the last 15 years, post breast cancer. She had a heartfelt connection with eagles – gathering strength, comfort and peace with each sighting. Linda embodied grace: her calm, easy-going demeanor was a true gift. May she soar on wings like eagles.
A celebration of a life well lived was held on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC at 10:00 am. Colourful attire encouraged.
For those unable to attend in person, you are invited to attend virtually via zoom, by clicking the following link.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86151102115?pwd=aoxZtzmJaxYOkWgJiFRID0M6pxFUaj.1
The family welcomes donations to the charity of your choice in memory of Linda.
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I had the opportunity to work for you, great people, my condolences to the entire family especially Chris
Dear Chris, Stephen, Sara and Kate.. i am shocked and so sad reading of Linda’s passing. She was a loving, gentle, giving, generous, kind person. She loved you all so very much. Those of us who knew her count her friendship a gift from God. I feel so blessed to have had her in my life. My comfort is in knowing she is with Jesus and Karen and that we will all be reunited one day.May God be with you all and may He comfort in this time of great loss. Steph, lynn, Jessye, Ben and Marilyn Timmerman
So sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to Chris and all her family at this difficult time.
Dear Chris and family.
What a sadness to hear your message.
My condolences.
I cycled once with Linda in North of America it’s nice to remember her.
Hope you find peace and hope to see you Chris someday.
All my love Ada Sans.
Dear Chris and family, this is terrible news for Ada and me. Off course we remember the day Linda joined our group of the North American epic. We liked to join the first days of cycling with her. She was very nice company . Very sad to hear what happened to her. Hope you and your children are strong enough to bear this suffering . Ada and Herman sans
So sad to hear of Linda’s passing. I rode together with Linda and Chris across Canada in 2013 and spent many happy hours in her company. Sorry for your loss Chris
Chris, so deeply sorry to hear this…..My sincere condolences.
Chris and family, I am so sorry for your loss of Linda. I only met Linda a few times but I remember just last August sitting with you two in the sun on Gabriola at Bruce M’s
My deepest condolences and I hope to be able to see you sometime soon.
David Vernon.
Dear Chris, Sara, Stephen, and Kate. It is with shock and sadness that I saw Linda’s obituary in the paper today. I am so so sorry to hear of her passing. Linda was a very special person and it was such a pleasure to know her over many years. I’m thinking of all of you and send my deepest condolences. Love and fond memories, Dr Nancy
Dear Chris and family. Our sincere condolences on Linda’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you, at this most difficult time. Keep all the great memories close. You will always have her in your hearts.
All our love
Wally and Lee Halaburda.