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Linda J. Houghton-Renstrom
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Linda Houghton-Renstrom Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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Jan Miller
July 4, 2009
Linda -- I think about you every single day -- I miss you so.....when I am judging for competitions songs come up that you did and I miss your talent and your imagination. You were a good friend and an even better employee and you will always remain in my heart. I wish Darrell and Alannah the best as they go forward without you. Life has dealt them a devastating blow but time will heal and your memories will sustain them...... Jan
Lesley Addy
July 23, 2008
Linda's vivacious energy and enthusiasm for life and motion, will forever meld many of us together.
She was a gift to us, and shared her gift with all her dancers and family, friends and fans. May your "Dream Flight" never land Linda.
Thank you Darrell and Alannah for sharing her with so many of us.
Peaceful reflections,
Keith, Chelsey and Lesley
Friends from Larkin adult class
July 13, 2008
To Linda's family:
Please know that our prayers and love are with all of you as you grieve.
Linda was our dance teacher at Larkin for a couple of years and we all enjoyed her so much. She was a great teacher and a lot of fun. She will always be remembered as special to us. God bless you and hold you in His arms.
Candice Dietrich
July 11, 2008
Linda was one of the people that made my time at the Dance Shoppe so amazing. SHe helped me make the Dance Shoppe a home and was always there when she was needed. There were so many laughs shared over the four years that I knew her and I will never forget the many lessons she taught me. Thank you for making me the best dancer I could be and for keeping my hopes up. It seems like just yesterday I visited your dance class over thanksgving break from college. I will always rememebr you! Love, Candice Dietrich
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Camryn Wentzel and Jill Czura
July 10, 2008
Linda was the most amazing dance teacher! She was always in a great mood and made the best out of any situation. We love her and will always have her in our hearts.
Darrel and Alannah we are sorry for your loss and we will always support you guys! Thanks Linda!
Ashley Sampson
July 10, 2008
I am proud to say that I was once a student of Linda. She touched my life and the lives of so many of my other dancemates in more ways than can ever be expressed. I am happy to have been a part of her life, and her a part of mine even if only for a short while. She will be missed greatly. To all the family and friends of Linda, you are in my prayers.
Kirk, Mary, Haley and Hannah Feyereisen
July 10, 2008
We take this time to honor and celebrate Linda, for she touched SO many lives. Her legacy will live on forever in our children. She has taught them the fundamentals of dancing … and all that goes with it. Our daughters have learned to dance joyfully through life, not only in the studio, but outside as well. For that we are grateful. We hope the wonderful memories can help all of you during this difficult time.
Our deepest sympathies to the family of a woman who has left her mark on this world … she was truly remarkable!
Jan Miller
July 9, 2008
You are my Hero -- you always gave more than 100% in everything you did -- including fighting cancer -- what an amazing woman. I will remember Linda for her zest for life, her endless enthusiasm, her love of dance, children and her family. Alannah and Darrell-- stay strong -- remember the good times and the amazing mother and wife she was.....I hope to be dancing with Linda in heaven some day -- Keep On Dancin - Jan
Janet Miller
July 9, 2008
You are my Hero -- You gave 110% in everything you did -- including fighting cancer -- what an amazing woman. I will remember Linda for her zest for life, her enthusiasm, her love of dance, children and her family. I will miss her so much but hopefully, we will dance together in heaven some day.....Allanah and Darrell remain strong -- remember the good days and the wonderful person your mother and wife was -- we are there for you always.
The Jack Hackman Family
July 9, 2008
To Darrell & Alannah:
Thank you for sharing such an "AMAZING" lady with us for all these years--she will dance in our hearts FOREVER! Know that she is at complete peace now and that life without her will never be the same, but together you will be strong for her. The love and devotion she had for you both will continue to shine down on you and get you through this difficult time.
Neysa Hackman
July 9, 2008
To Linda:
You are now free to walk (Dance) among God and the angels as you nodoubtedly deserve. Don't forget to look down on all of us who you made a life long loving impression on---we will miss you dearly! I know that we will dance with you again some day. "Dream Away & Dare To Dream" My Friend...
Tasha Herlofsky
July 9, 2008
Linda,
You & your amazing choreography will be a great loss to our studio and to us dancers. How you came up with all the choreography for classical, lyrical production, large & small groups plus all those solos is beyond me. I was lucky enough to be in so many of your groups, One of the greatest memories is going to nationals and winning with Ooh -la-la. It was because you believed in all of us and kept telling us we could do it, is part of the reason we won. When I dance I will always remember you for giving me the technique and the strive to be a better dancer. Thank you for all you have done for me. You will never know how much i truely appreciate it. My prayers are with your family at this most difficult time. Love always, Tasha Herlofsky
Lori, Jeff & Britty Goldstein
July 9, 2008
To the family of Linda J. Houghton-Renstrom
May you find peace...
When peace comes to a loved one and you know their pain is through and that you eased their suffering the best that you could do...
When peace comes to a loved one-- and finally you must part--May memories of the loved you shared help to ease your heart.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,We will miss you Linda! May you ride to heaven on a white horse with wings, may you find the dancing shoes of heaven waiting for you! With all of our Love, Lori, Jeff and Britty Goldstein
Geoff Higgins
July 9, 2008
Linda our time together was an amazing and successful experience!!
I can't stop thinking about all of the hours and days of fun we spent together doing something we both enjoyed. I will cherish the memories and expeirence forever. Thank you for your friendship and support through the years.
Alannah and Darrel my greatest sympathies for your loss. She was an inspiration to all those who surrounded her.
PEACE!!!!
Steve and Jann Nelson
July 9, 2008
Linda, teach those angels your amazing dance moves. It is comforting to know you will be watching over all of us. We will meet again some day to have more good times.
Darrell and Alannah, always know that we are here for you.
Love, Steve and Jann
Molly Trudeau
July 9, 2008
To the family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Linda was one of my old dance teachers at Larkin. She was such a kind and talented women with so much compassion for what she did. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers today and in the days ahead. May she rest in peace.
God Bless.
Nancy Weaver
July 9, 2008
Linda,
You were a true Gem, one of a kind. The dance world has suffered a tremendous loss. Heaven has gained a wonderful person, dance teacher and Friend. When you taught my daughter to dance, you gave her sooo much more then dance skills, you taught her the love of dance and to dance from her heart. Our family will always be grateful to you and we will never forget you. You will be with us always.
Darrell and Alannah,
Thank you for sharing your wife and mother with us all these years. Our deepest sympathies go out to you. I know she is watching from above with her contagious smile and laugh.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sincerely,
The Weaver Family
Jeanne Fox
July 9, 2008
Although we are not sure why God takes those who are good and loving, we know that Linda is walking with him right now (actually dancing!). She touched so many lives and for that we are all truly blessed. Thank you for sharing her with us and for making our daughter love dance even more because of Linda's presence. You are forever in our prayers and thoughts. The Fox Family
Anna Fox
July 9, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this hard time. Know that Linda will be greatly missed and I was blessed to have her as a teacher. Much love, Anna Fox
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