Kughn, Linda P.; passed away at her home in Dearborn Michigan on Saturday, October 17, 2015 surrounded by her family. She was 72 years old. Linda was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother and will be deeply missed. Linda was born in Detroit, Michigan in December, 1942. She and her husband, Richard, lived in Dearborn, Michigan for 32 years. They also had a cottage on Mackinac Island for more than a decade as well as having residences in Bay Harbor, Michigan and Naples, Florida. Linda was blessed to have a large and loving family. She is survived by her husband, Richard; two daughters, Cindy Monroe (Doug); Kimberly McGlynn (Dan); and their four children William Monroe, and Samuel, Emily and Sean Patrick McGlynn. She is also survived by three stepchildren Suzanne Kloster (John), Gary Kughn (Lynn), and Jennifer Munter; their nine children Janelle Reeser (Matthew ), Jessica Baxter (Brian), Charles Kughn (Arianna), Andrew Kughn (Victoria), Elizabeth Kloster, Jacob Kloster (Heather), Carey Kloster (Tara Jackman), and Alexandra and Erika Munter; and 12 great-grandchildren Ruthie, Anna and Gabrielle Reeser; Rebekah, Hudson, Elizabeth and Aliyah Baxter; Eno Mary Kloster; Payton Hayes and Caleb Kloster; Cadence and Kennedy Jackman. Linda is also survived by her sister Susan Markley (Richard). She is preceded in death by her beloved parents Herbert and Lavenia Peterson. Linda earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan, with honors. She was a business woman for many years. Linda and Richard shared a strong commitment to contributing to the local community. Linda and Richard’s dedicated involvement in numerous organizations and charities significantly impacted Detroit and beyond. Linda served on a number of Boards and committees which included, among others, the Parade Company, the Michigan Thanksgiving Day Parade Foundation, the Detroit Zoological Society, University of Michigan-Dearborn, Detroit Orchestra Symphony Hall and the Michigan Cancer Foundation. Funeral services will be held at The First Presbyterian Church of Birmingham, 1669 West Maple Road, Birmingham Michigan 48009 on October 29, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. Internment on Mackinac Island will be conducted at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Birmingham, the University of Michigan and Hospice of Michigan. Share a memory at www.howepeterson.com

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July 14, 2025

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Richard Burstein

October 15, 2024

A good woman

Linda Greenberg

November 29, 2015

Linda was a lovely person, a lady, who inspired respect and admiration. She is missed. Her Christmas card was always the first we received and it was then that I knew mine needed to be written. Linda supported the arts and her husband's fascination with toy trains.

November 7, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. She was such a wonderful lady..full of life, always smiling (especially after she met Dick) and always helpful to the community! The last time I saw her she was with Dick and friends at the Little Traverse resturant and we ran into them....she and I talked as she was worried about Dick's health and so it is even sadder to me that she has left us at such a young age. Rest in peace Linda...and please know that I am thinking of you Dick and your family. Mary Weed

Penny Pesta

October 31, 2015

Dear Dick,
We were sorry to hear of Lindas death. I am sorry for you and your whole family. This was a surprise because we have been out of touch with the CCCA. Our prayers are with you.
Penny and Carl Pesta

Jim Bunte

October 28, 2015

Dick, I am very sorry for your loss. Linda was a wonderful woman and always so kind to me. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Carolyn Ciungan

October 28, 2015

I had the blessing of knowing such an amazing unselfish loving soul. Her infectious smile and demeanor made us feel royal always. The Fairlane Club has her to thank for her many years of support with Members and staff. My heart to your family.

Paul Davis

October 27, 2015

Dick, sending sincerest condolences for your loss...

Max and Marilyn McKinney

October 27, 2015

We were so saddened to learn that Linda had passed away. She was so much a vivid and personable woman that it doesn't seem she is gone at this age. Although our contacts were few, the times we were together were very pleasurable. Our sincere sympathy goes to the entire family, and especially to Richard. You have wonderful memories to see you through your grief.

gary wasserman

October 27, 2015

Dear Family, I am so saddened at the loss of my dear friend, booster, and inspiration. Her enthusiasm for life alway filled me with joy, and I will miss her terribly, as I know that all of you will. I will think of her resplendent in her Distinguished Clown Costume, and her great successes. Fondly, Gary Wasserman

Kevin & Carole McGinty

October 27, 2015

Our sincerest condolences to Richard and Linda's family. Although our contacts with Linda were limited , she always made us feel that we had known her a lifetime as she always put us and others first. May she rest in peace.

Richard Burstein

October 26, 2015

I was shocked to read of Linda 's passing. Gayle and my thoughts are with my very dear, old friend Dick.

Beth Chappell

October 26, 2015

I was shocked to hear of Linda's passing. Such a beautiful, smart, savvy and kind woman. She was always so special and very kind to me. Dick and Linda always so happy together. Privilege to have known her. So sad she is gone so young.

Our condolences to Dick and their beautiful family.

October 26, 2015

We will keep your family in our prayers. We were so fortunate to know Mr. and Mrs. Kughn from the Henry Ford Estate Dinner dances to seeing them at Moro's for dinner. The Rourke family

At the 2012 Grand Classic

Don Hoffman

October 25, 2015

Susan Hall McCannell

October 25, 2015

Dear Family Members - I was stunned to read of Linda's passing in the Detroit papers today. The Petersons lived a few streets over from us in the subdivision. While I was in school with Susie, I remember Linda then and into her adult years as a smiling, beautiful, charming individual. I think the last time I saw her was at the Club. She was as nice and beautiful as ever, and she never passed up an opportunity to speak to my mother Bunny. Mom was very fond of her and always mentioned when she saw Linda (and Dick). I extend my sincerest and deepest sympathies to Dick, Susie, and all the family members. May God envelop you all in His loving embrace and may you always remember her wonderful legacy and all that she gave to you and the Detroit/Michigan community.

Susan Leakas

October 25, 2015

We are shocked and saddened to hear of Linda's passing. My heart goes out to Dick and the entire family.

Wendy Rubel

October 24, 2015

Linda and I became friends in junior high school. Over time five "girls" shared pajama parties, double dates, proms, college events and later travel, as mature women. The same five were to meet next spring. Our adventure will be shadowed by this loss. My husband, Ed, and I send condolences to Dick and his family and to Linda's daughters and sister.

Sharon McCann

October 24, 2015

Linda was kind, charming and most gracious. I have fond memories of our many trips and adventures.

Nancy (Kughn) and Fred Turner

October 23, 2015

From the first time we met Linda it was clear that she was very special to Uncle Dick, and it was easy to see why. She always had a warm smile for us and often showed us such generous hospitality. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Uncle Dick and all the family.

Allan Gilmour

October 22, 2015

What sad news about Linda's passing. All our sympathy to Dick and the family.

Allan Gilmour and Eric Jirgens

Don and Bette Mys

October 22, 2015

Where there is sadness, love plants a garden of memories. May the memories of Linda live forever in your hearts to give you strength. Being able to share our memories of our Millrace Court picnics, U of M football games and other events were very special times and will never be forgotten. Linda and Dick were wonderful neighbors and her bubbling presence will be missed. We will always continue to keep Dick and family in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,
Don and Bette Mys

Barbara Kughn-Masten

October 22, 2015

Linda was an amazing lady who touched many lives. She always greeted me with a loving hug and words of encouragement. I extend deep and heartfelt sympathy to my Uncle Dick and family members.

Buck and Shelley Waller

October 22, 2015

Our hearts go out to Linda and Dick's families. Our thoughts and prayers are with them all.

Your ISP Technologies Family

October 22, 2015

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss...our thoughts are with your family during this difficult time.

Nettie Carter

October 21, 2015

I met Linda at Ray Adams Jr High and we have been friends ever since. We were two of five fun loving women from DHS who enjoyed taking trips together. Linda was supposed to travel to San Antonio this next Spring. We will miss her terribly. My heart goes out to Dick and the family.

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