Lynn Diane Linton

Lynn Diane Linton, 84, passed away peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior on Monday, May 6, 2024, at the Center for Hospice Care-Esther House.  At her bedside while she passed was her daughter and son-in-law, and very near, were her lifelong friends, Phyllis Dygert, Jan Reed, and Barb Smith. She was born on August 19, 1939, in Elkhart to Donald & Juanita (Kincaide) Bowers.

She married her high school sweetheart, Larry Linton, on June 23, 1957, in Elkhart. They remained inseparable until his passing in 2022. She was also preceded in death by her parents; a son, Todd Bowers Linton; and a brother, Donald Bowers, Jr. 

Surviving is her daughter, Lori (Mike) Weaver of Elkhart; grandsons, Arec Simeri of Indianapolis, IN, and Christopher (Lia) Simeri of Carmel, IN; granddaughter, Anna (Sean Leary) Simeri of Van Nuys, CA; great-grandson, Audie Simeri of Carmel, IN; a great-granddaughter, on the way; and a sister-in-law, Janet Linton of Elkhart. Also surviving are many family members and close friends.

Lynn was employed at many places throughout her life, including owning Larilee Woodwind and later retiring from Elkhart General Hospital in 2013.  

She volunteered for God’s Kitchen of Guidance Ministry for 15 years, and the Elkhart Hugs Project.  Lynn was also a member of River Oaks Community Church for over 27 years. 

She was a gifted seamstress, knitter, cook, and also enjoyed gardening with her husband.    Her greatest joy was spending time with her friends and family.  Lynn made her family a priority by always being there for them and never missing one of her children’s or grandchildren’s events.  The memories and relationships she built with them truly showed through to the end when Lynn’s parting wish was to know the future name of her only great-granddaughter, that wish was honored.

There will be a Celebration of Life Service on Monday, June 24, 2024, with gathering from 9:30 AM until the 11:00 AM service at River Oaks Community Church, 58020 C.R. 115, Goshen, IN.  Pastor Drew Rickey will render the service.

The family would like to thank the staff at the Esther House for the compassion and devoted care they showed for Lynn. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to the Center for Hospice Care, 22579 Old U.S. 20, Elkhart, IN 46516 or to ROCC.

Elkhart Cremation Services is honored to be entrusted with Lynn’s care.

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