Linda Lee Arnold

Linda Arnold Obituary

Name: Service for Linda Lee Arnold
Location: Lake Forest Park Presbyterian Church

Linda Lee Arnold

Linda Lee Arnold (Dinwoodie) left this earth unexpectedly on October 18, 2015 in Edmonds, WA at the age of 71.

Linda is survived by her husband, Garry Arnold; children, Steve Arnold (Kathryn) and Christi Osburn (Ray); grandchildren Rane and Jillian (Christi); siblings Jack Dinwoodie (Coni) and Dee Wolf (Jim). She is preceded in death by her parents, R.J. and Betty Dinwoodie.

Linda was born in 1944 in Stanley, North Dakota. She graduated from New Town High School as the salutatorian in 1962. She entered Trinity School of Nursing and graduated in 1965.

Linda married Garry Arnold on February 26, 1966 and they moved to Seattle later that year. Over the next four years, the couple welcomed two children into their home - Steve, born in 1968, and Christi, born in 1970.

Linda was a devoted nurse who worked at Northgate Hospital and Seattle Children's Hospital over the years as well as spending the majority of her working years at Mental Health North/Community Psychiatric Clinic. She advanced to became a psychiatric nurse practitioner in 1981 and delighted in helping all of her clients until her retirement in 2010.

Linda was an active member of Lake Forest Park Presbyterian Church. She was a dedicated volunteer at Ronald McDonald House Seattle. Linda liked walking, gardening, and reading. She appreciated nature's beauty and was always up for a ride - taking drives in the mountain and along the beach. Most of all, Linda loved God and family. She was selfless, kind, loving, caring, patient,and made a positive impact on the lives of everyone she met. Linda will be dearly missed.

A service will be held at Lake Forest Park Presbyterian Church, Sunday, November 1, 2015 at 3pm. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Linda's life.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Linda's name to Ronald McDonald House Seattle at 5130 40th Avenue NE, Seattle, WA 98105.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Seattle Times on Oct. 25, 2015.

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Carol Hardy

December 18, 2017

Garry and Family - We just learned of Linda's passing today and wish to express our deepest condolences. Linda was welcoming, kind, gentle and so easy to talk too. Your love and devotion to one another was truly a blessing to witness.

Carol & Tyrone Hardy

November 2, 2015

I will miss Linda soo much. I considered Gary and and Linda to be very special friends and have done so much for me.

Lola Piske

October 28, 2015

It was my privledge to have been friends with her since when our boys, Steve and Scott were only 2 years old. That was 45 years ago. She was the best friend anyone could ever have and I loved her like a sister. She would always listen and be there for any circumstance. Linda was my maid of honor when I married the love of my life, Dave in 1983.. She was my guardian angel through two major surgeries this year, one at UW Regional heart center, where she kept constant vigil until my surgery was over and at Swedish-Stevens Hospital in July visiting me every day. We would meet for tea about once a week, either at her home or mine and also we met at Ihop and Family Pancake house. The last two years we have enjoyed the Sounders in the suite. There is so omany wonderful things I remember about our kids growing up and how special she was. I miss her and always will. She so loved her grandchildren, Rane and Jillian. May you rest in peace and love..Until we meet again, I will keep you in my heart and in my prayers...

Tammi Lexa

October 27, 2015

I worked with Linda at what was then Mental Health North more than 20 years ago. After all these years I still have fond memories of her. She was always so kind, compassionate, and full of interesting things to share. May God bless all of you with peace and comfort at this time.

Debbie Schwab

October 26, 2015

Sorry to hear about your mom. Growing up right up the street, the memories I have of her are all so pleasant! She was so sweet and kind hearted. Sorry for your loss...Keep her memory alive through you and your children. Wishing you and your family the strength to get through this difficult time.

Jenny Miller

October 26, 2015

I always looked forward to a visit with Linda. She is an amazing conversationalist and made me feel like she was sincerely interested in our talks. I look forward to the chance to visit with her again.

October 26, 2015

Dear Christi and the Arnold Family,

You have all been in my thoughts and prayers since learning of Linda's passing.

Linda was a wonderful woman, and she will be remembered for her kind and happy demeanor.

In Sympathy,
Heather Bucklin-Ellard and Family

Cindy Sanchez

October 26, 2015

Linda was my cousin whom I will remember with great fondness. Such a special and unique woman. I will always miss her and her gentle personality. RIP

Martin Mitchell

October 25, 2015

I only met your mom a couple of times, but her sweet and caring nature was obvious, and anyone who could put up with your and Steve's antics has earned a place in Heaven. Hugs and prayers.

Patricia Arnold

October 25, 2015

Her is a lit candle to remember Linda Lee Arnold.

Patricia Arnold

October 25, 2015

For the many years I have known Linda she was always happy and you could vision the smile she always had even over the phone. Linda was my sister-in-law through marriage of her husbands' brother Larry. She would always remember us by a card with a hand written note. I will miss that! Garry would write a few lines making the card more personal. Linda will be missed by all those whom she touched in life. She will be missed more by her husband Garry, children and grandchildren. I can just picture Linda conversing with her parents, Pet, Violet, Larry and all those who passed before her. May she rest in peace until we meet in the heavens.

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