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Linda Walker Obituary
Linda Walker
Resident of Cupertino
A 42 - year resident of Cupertino, Linda Walker died October 28 from multiple medical issues. Linda is survived by her loving husband Jim, sons Jim, Rob and Chris, daughter-in-law Liz, five grandchildren, Gunnar, Lauren, Aidan, Colin and Kiera, father Bob Thill, sister Sue and brother-in-law, Jack Thompson.
Born on November 19, 1939 in Sewickley, Pennsylvania to Robert and Sophia Thill, Linda's family moved to California in 1953. Linda attended Carlmont High School and San Jose State College. Jim and Linda were married in 1961 and would have been married 50 years on March 12, 2011. They moved to Cupertino in 1968 and immediately became involved in school and community affairs. As the mother of three sons, Linda enjoyed many family sports including skiing and golf.
Linda served as a school volunteer, AYSO soccer coach and referee, Kennedy Middle School girl's soccer coach and Chair of the Monta Vista HS All-Night Party. Linda served on the boards of many community non-profit organizations including Cupertino Community Services (now West Valley Community Services), Cupertino Educational Endowment Foundation (CEEF), Youth Science Institute (YSI), Organization of Special Needs Families (OSF) and The Cupertino Historical Society. Linda received the City's CREST Award and the Chamber honored her as Citizen of the Year in 2001.
In support of Jim's Cupertino Rotary activities, Linda served as a co-founder and President of Cupertino Inner Wheel. Linda traveled in support of Cupertino Rotary's humanitarian projects in Chile and many times to Mexico. They hosted and visited Rotary scholars and friends from Singapore, Brazil, India, China, Germany, Switzerland, Italy and Ghana. Linda's positive attitude and boundless optimism continues to serve as an inspiration to all.
For those who would like to celebrate Linda's life, please join us on Friday, November 19, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at the Union Church of Cupertino, 20900 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Cupertino Rotary Endowment Foundation (CREF) for "The Linda Walker Fund," P. O. Box 1101, Cupertino, CA 95015. Arrangements under the direction of ALAMEDA FAMILY FUNERAL HOME.
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Memories and Condolences
for Linda Walker
Monika from germany
November 1, 2024
I still remember the times with you in Cupertino and in germany/ Munich.
Frank Papenberg
December 30, 2010
Linda, we will miss her but we keep our memories on wonderfull meeting in Cupertino and Germany (Einbeck and Flensburg). A part of us was gone with her. Beppo (Frank) and Sylvia; FL, Germany
Barbara Plungy
November 20, 2010
For us, Linda WAS Cupertino. She was everywhere, helping, guiding, listening, smiling. There was no better example of the perfect woman, a role model for the ages. Our sympathy to Jim and the family and to all of Cupertino...you lost a gem, now a diamond in the sky..
John and Barbara Plungy, Denver, Colorado
Sherry Simmons
November 19, 2010
I always enjoyed being with Linda and her wonderful and light spirit. I learned many lessons from Linda...
November 11, 2010
Linda was such a positive, inspiring and fun woman to be around - she will be missed. Donna Valdez (Brevard, NC)
Adela
November 9, 2010
Linda, I will never for get you, I got great memories from Cupertino, you make me feel like part of your family.
You were and will alway be a lovely lady.
I will always be thankful.
Love,
John and Gail Rossetti
November 9, 2010
Jim and Linda, real friends. She is a true hero.I will miss her always smiling face
November 9, 2010
On behalf of all of us at the Foundation, we are so saddened to hear of Linda's passing. Our hearts and thoughts go to your family. Much love,
Robin, Jennifer, Laura, Kathy, Foothill-De Anza Foundation
Heidi Anakievski
November 9, 2010
Linda will always remain in our hearts. In thoughts with the family Heidi
Monika Glaser
November 9, 2010
My thoughts are with you and I'm very sad. I have such great memories with Linda and the whole family in Cupertino or in Germany..... Michelstadt, Heidelberg or Munich or my very first visit at your house because of Kareens wedding. I will never forget Linda.... I will light up a candle for her. Love Moni
Acapulco, Mex. November, 2008
Antonio Mexico
November 8, 2010
I will miss Linda, she was an outstanding woman who is going to be in my hart and my memories forever.
Ed and Linda Niemann
November 8, 2010
We were saddened to hear of Linda's passing. She truly was a great lady.
Our condolences to Jim and family.
Ed and Linda Niemann
MICHAEL GOTTWALD
November 8, 2010
WE ALL SURELY WILL MISS LINDA WALKER, THE GREATEST WIFE, MOTHER,FRIEND, COMMUNITY LEADER AND LINDA CARED FOR ALL OF HER FRIENDS AND COMMUNITY, THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE TO US ALL, WE LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU.
MICHAEL GOTTWALD
OUR CONDOLENSES AND SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO THE WALKER FAMILY.
MICHAEL GOTTWALD
November 8, 2010
LINDA WALKER WAS AND ALWAYS BE THE GREATEST COMMUNITY LEADER OF CUPERTINO, HER FRIENDSHIP MEANT A LOT TO ME, AND LINDA WILL BE ALWAYS REMEMBERED BY HER FRIENDS AND HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN OUR HEARTS, LINDA WAS AND IS OUR HERO OF INSPIRATION TO US ALL TO DO OUR BEST TO MAKE IT A BETTER WORLD, WE LOST A GREAT OUTSTANDING WIFE, MOTHER AND COMMUNITY LEADER AND FRIEND TO US ALL, YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN OUR HEARTS, CUPERTINO WOULD NOT BE WHAT IT IS TODAY IF IT WOULD NOT BE FOR LINDA WALKER, THANKS FOR YOUR YEARS OF SERVICE TO US ALL IN CUPERTINO AND TO THE ORGANIZATIONS THAT YOU WERE INVOLVED IN, GOOD BYE MY FRIEND WE ALL LOVE YOU MRS WALKER INCLUDING ME, AND THANKS FOR YOUR FRIENDSHIP, YOU WILL BE SURELY MISSED,
MICHAEL GOTTWALD
November 8, 2010
My entire childhood holds so many memories of Linda. All those summers in Tahoe, Easter Egg hunts, Horseback riding, Stanford football games, Thanksgivings in Pajaro Dunes, Christmases, graduations, weddings and babies...What would my life have been without her? Linda's amazing optimism and courage has always been a kick-in-the-rear-perspective-adjustment for me. (Thanks for that Linda!) How I will miss her. Denise Rossetti
Sainten Family
November 8, 2010
Linda was a very special lady, always with kind words and a beautiful smile. We are saddened to hear of her passing. Our thoughts and prayers to Jim and family.
Jose Eduardo Junco
November 7, 2010
Linda, you will always be in my hesrt. I will always remember your vitality and the love you gave us. I'll love you forever. Jos
Ana Sofia Junco
November 7, 2010
Linda taught me big lessons of life that I will never forget. I feel blessed for having her on my way. Ana Sofi
Elmer Hoelscher
November 7, 2010
My sincerest sympathies to Jim and family. I am sorry to hear about your loss.
Steve Thompson
November 7, 2010
Linda will always be in our hearts, and our prayers. She was a wonderful aunt. Love, Steve Thompson
Sandra Leal
November 7, 2010
I feel honored and blessed that I had the opportunity to know and love Linda. She was a unique woman and unforgetable. She touched my life and she always reminded me that we all need to discover and show the best of ourselves.
I will hold you in my heart forever. Coco
November 7, 2010
Linda, you were an inspiration and a true guide for life that we should all follow. My love to your family and friends who will dearly miss you.
Sharon Reichardt (San Carlos, CA)
Susie Thompson
November 7, 2010
Linda, You were the BEST sister in the whole wide world !!! We had lots of memories, fun times, laughter and love for each other. You will always be with me. Always, xxoo Susie
Leon Mayorga
November 7, 2010
Linda, we will always keep you in our hearts. You really had such an inspiring life and it is an example for all of us.
November 7, 2010
Linda was the ultimate lady. She taught us life lessons about friendships and family. She will be missed but will be deep in our hearts forever. Love you to the moon and back Linda! Heidi Hagenlocher, Mark, Kareen and Logan Lambert
November 7, 2010
Linda was the ultimate lady and taught life lessons on freindships and family. She will be missed and live in our hearts forever. Heidi Hagenlocher, Mark, Kareen and Logan Lambert
Malissa Wilson
November 7, 2010
Linda was an inspiration to everyone she met. She will be truly missed. My thought and prayers are with her family.
Nicki Barnes
November 7, 2010
My memories of Linda (Mrs. Walker to me) are mostly from the 70's. She was a very familiar face at our elementary school, Hoover and also around the soccer fields. I have a lasting memory picture of her dressed in her referee uniform, running up and down the field, blowing her whistle, keeping the game under control all while wearing suntan pantyhose under her black shorts and socks. A strong elegant woman from the beginning to the end. Heaven has another angel. My heart goes out to the Walkers as they adjust to life without this great woman.
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