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Linda McDowell Obituary

MCDOWELL, LINDA SUZANNE, 59 years of age, passed away on May 15, 2011 at the Mayflower in Winter Park. Linda was born on February 4, 1952 to Robert and Florence Gardner In Chicago, IL. She is survived by three daughters, Jamie Marie McDowell, Orlando, Kimberly Anne Hall, Casselberry, and Laurie Elizabeth McDowell, NY, NY; and a grandson, Mason Tyler Hall of Casselberry; and her best friend Mary Patricia Delello, Winter Park. The family will receive friends on Thursday, May 20th from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Collison Family Funeral Home in Winter Park. A funeral service will be held on Friday, May 21st at 11 a.m. at the funeral home chapel with a burial to follow. The family requests donations be made in Linda's memory to the Alzheimer's Association P.O. Box 96011 Washington, DC 20090-6011. Arrangements entrusted to
COLLISON FAMILY FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY SOUTH (HOWELL BRANCH CHAPEL) 3806 Howell Branch Road, Winter Park, FL 32792 (407) 678-4500

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Published by Orlando Sentinel on May 17, 2011.

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Patricia Hupka

May 24, 2011

I just learned of Linda's death, and was so sad to hear that news. My deepest sympathy goes out to this branch of my family. Linda was a great kid who grew up to be a wonderful parent and teacher. She will be missed by all who knew her. Love & prayers from Cousin Patty and Family.

Christine Redard

May 19, 2011

Linda was my daughter's teacher at Red Bug. She was a wonderful person and will truely be missed. My sympathy to your family.

Christine Redard

Jim Beltramo

May 19, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Lynn Steele

May 19, 2011

I remember Linda as a co-teacher at Red Bug Elementary.She was wonderful to work with. We missed her when she left. We are so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family.

N. E.

May 19, 2011

May your life in heaven be free of pain.
You can truly rest now.

Jason O

May 17, 2011

That is terrible.. I know her daughter. What did she die from?

Milli Sheppard

May 17, 2011

Jamie, Kim, Laurie and Mary, I am so sorry for you loss. I keep this image of Linda coming in the travel agency, so full of life and so beautiful, she will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss, I'll keep you all in my prayers.

Dawnya Sorg

May 17, 2011

linda I haved enjoyed doing your hair are for these years. I will truely miss you. To the rest of her family I'm sorry for your loss.

May 17, 2011

Jamie, Kim and Laurie: We were neighbors for over 20 years. I certainly enjoyed all our times together as families. Don't forget your mother will always remain in your heart the rest of your life.
Love Greg Beckel, aka Mr. B.

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