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for Linda Christensen-Meikle
Sally McCabe
July 30, 2011
I was saddened to hear of Linda's passing. I wanted to tell Christen how wonderful her mother was. I was lucky to work with Linda in Alexandria, Virginia and met Christen when she first started school. Linda was so proud of her. I never worked with a finer, smarter, nicer officer in my 29 years in the Navy. My prayers to her family.
Sally McCabe, CAPT, JAGC, USN (Ret.)
Jeri Martin Reid
June 30, 2011
I, too, am surprized that Linda was an "attack lawyer." I knew her in high school and she was the sweet shy girl that would never have said anything to hurt anyone. I remember that smile and her gracious manner. She was not judgemental - she accepted you the way you were. I am sorry to hear of this loss especially for those who were closest to her - her family and friends. I always knew Linda had a testimony of the gospel. I sorry she suffered so. But it sounds like she lived life to the fullest - we all could learn from the example she set "to live like you are dying."
Lisa Bahen ELLIS
June 30, 2011
I am an old friend of Linda's from high school and college. We were best friends our sophomore year at Orange Glen High School and then she moved away. We still kept in touch and were roommates our first two years at BYU. The last time I saw Linda was when she came to our house in New Jersey in 1979 when she was interviewing with a law firm in New York. We maintained contact until the mid-80's after she joined the navy. I knew how much her daughter meant to her and I have been thinking a lot about her for years and attempting to find her. Today, when I was looking for her again, I found her obituary. I am so sad that I won't get a chance to see her again in this life. I want her daughter and husband to know that she had a friend who remembered and loved her for all these years. She was so smart and such a fast reader. We used to share textbooks and I could never read as fast as she could. I'm so glad that she found happiness with a wonderful husband and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mary Harrington
June 5, 2011
I am truly blown away from what I read in all the tributes and stories about Linda. A JAG? Known as an "attack lawyer"? Linda? Really??? That made me laugh. : ) I met Linda in my line dance class and knew right away that she was one of those rare people who always looked for the silver lining in everything. Every time she walked through the door, I had to run over and give her a hug. She was always smiling, no matter how tired she was from her treatments. She was a ray of sunshine, and such an inspiration to me. To all who knew her, I'm sure.
To Tim: I could picture her looking over your shoulder, with love, as you wrote that wonderful tribute to her. I didn't know her very long but she is someone I will never forget. I wish I had known her better. I wish I could run over and give her one more hug.
Elizabeth Graves
June 5, 2011
Linda was a wonderful person. I loved having her as an advisor in YW's. She became a life long friend for me. Before I took out my endowments she gave me a book that helped understand a lot about the covenants I was about to make. She had an infectious smile that I will never forget. I loved the times that we had to talk and laugh. I will miss her tremendously. But I know that she is at peace now. I know that I will see her again someday.
All my love,
Elizabeth Graves
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Derek Frei
June 3, 2011
Such a neat lady. I am glad my sister-in-law and niece had such a wonderful mother and grandma.
Tara (Frei) Johnon
June 3, 2011
What a great lady. I don't think I'll ever forget her contagious laugh. I am glad she is now free from pain.
My prayers are with Lynn and Christen and all of the family who now misses her so much.
Kristi Bodnar
June 3, 2011
A truly beautiful lady, who taught everyone whos life she touched beautiful lessons which we will never forget. What a wonderful example you were to all of us Sister Meikle, you will be truly missed!
LeeAnn Christensen Diamond
June 2, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Linda’s family at this time. I wish I could be there on Friday to join in the celebration of Linda’s life. Whenever I shared time with Linda, I always felt such love and joy in her presence. I really appreciate that she was well enough to come to the Christensen family reunion last August. I will always cherish the memories of that day. Linda was truly someone special.
Lynn Frei
June 1, 2011
What a wonderful example of faith and and courage - Thank you for raising your daughter, our lovely daughter-in-law. Lynn and family - my prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jennifer Kelly
June 1, 2011
She was an amazing woman and inspirational to all. My thoughts, prayers and all my love to such a wonderful family.
Greg Leach
June 1, 2011
Linda inspired all that were blessed to know her. We love you Lynn and know you will be with her again.
Linda Tilton
June 1, 2011
I wanted to share with the family what I wrote on Facebook when other friends were asking me about my friend Linda when I posted that I lost a dear friend. Here is what I wrote:
Linda moved to Bremerton when the Navy brought her here--arriving with her daughter. She was a single mom living in my ward (congregation) for many years and married Lynn Meikle. Linda was a surprise -- truly amazing. If you met her at church you would not realize that she was an awesome attorney, a Navy JAG. She loved the fact that she could sit at the table in the courtroom looking all sweet and stuff (which is just how she looked), then stand up and verbally slice her opponents apart before they even knew what was happening to them. Oh, how she loved putting the bad guys in jail! She was one of the most intelligent people I have had the honor of knowing, yet she was humble and completely unassuming. She was a fabulous teacher and knew her scriptures very well. She was kind, loving, fair, honorable and fun. Oh, was she fun! She was diagnosed with breast cancer and the doctors gave her a few years to live. She and Lynn moved to Tacoma so he could be closer to his work and she could be closer to Madigan. She amazed and shocked her doctors because, like the Energizer Bunny, she kept going & going & going. She lived her life to the fullest every single minute, traveling all over the world so she could see and do as much as possible before she left this earth. SHE is the one who got me off my butt and out walking, even though just taking a step sometimes caused her great pain due to the effects of the chemo. She suffered greatly when the cancer went into her bones but she wasn't willing to give up. They tried so many chemos on her that I thought she was a medical experiment--but oh, how she wanted to live. And God blessed her... She wanted to live long enough to see her only child, a daughter, married to a loving man with a loving mother, and she did. Then she wanted to live long enough to see the birth of her first grandchild, which she did. She kept going and going and going. I remember her telling me of her trip to China and taking her "Cane Chair" so she could see and do everything she wanted to. Cane Chair... it helped her walk when it was painful and allowed her to sit when she was tired. And after her cruise to Alaska, I could almost see the Northern Lights when she described them.
She was an avid reader, devouring several books a week--and she remembered what she read! It was a joy to attend book club when she was in the room since she always added a level of intelligence and insight that I had a hard time reaching by myself. We loved to go to movies at the Lynwood Theatre on Bainbridge Island. It gave us 45 minutes to talk on the way there and 45 minutes to talk on the way home... and still watch a movie (with popcorn, of course.) It was hard for me when she moved from Bremerton. I missed her so. But you know how distance is... and I didn't keep up seeing her when they left here. Oh, there are many excuses--I was working, I was busy, I was you fill in the blanks. I regret my unwillingness to get outside of myself and stay in touch with her. It's my loss. I know she's now finally out of pain, a pain most people never recognized since she rarely (if ever) complained about what she was going through. Most people never knew. She was ever gracious, never complaining. God blessed my life when she and I became friends. It will be a joyous day when I see her again. I hope her family reads this post since I will not be able to attend the sevice on Friday. I would be there if I could but prior plans are taking precedence. The tears I shed are selfish ones for I know what we have lost with Linda's passing ?
I hope they play "What a Wonderful World" for you, my sweet friend. Until we meet again...
Timothy Meikle
June 1, 2011
Linda was one of the most intelligent people I have had the honor of knowing, yet she was humble and completely unassuming. She loved life!
She came into my life when I was a teenager and she married my dad. I will have to honestly say I was not thrilled with this idea. I had waited a long time to live with my dad and right before I could, he got married. As a teenager I did not see this as very fair. And for all that knew me as a teenage I was a bit difficult. ;) I tried to get away with all I could. But Linda made this difficult. ;) She was always one step ahead of me and would catch me every time. She always loved me but made it very clear that I was to show respect. I respect her for that. She was teaching me so many lessons during that time that I didn’t even know I was learning until later in life when I became a parent.
Linda’s and I bond really became close when I became a missionary. One thing I could expect every week was baked goods from Linda. EVERY WEEK! And as a missionary, that’s big! She even tried to make me bannana bread but it was all moldy by the time it got to me. My companion ate it anyway,. hahahahahaha ;) She showed her love through actions! This was big to me! It showed me that I needed to grow up.
When I came home from my mission due to illness, I was upset. I was angry. This is around the same time Linda found out she had cancer. This was tough. This was a big blow to me. But she explained to me several times that this was God’s plan. She was STRONG. A true Inspiration! She never complained and did her best to enjoy life. She hung on to Life! With all the times I tried to “escape” from life, she was doing all she could to hang on to it.
The doctors told her that she would live about a year and she did 10! She saw Christen get married and have her first child Eva. She saw all of us Meikle boys grow up and become more responsible. She saw Trent have all three of his kids and was there for mine too. These are all things she didn’t think she was going to see. But she DID! She hung on! She saw the world and made time for EVERYONE! She was a fantastic grandmother! FANTASTIC! She is the “book” grandmother! You could always expect recieving a book at birthdays and Christmas. Monique LOVED playing games with her. And Gabby LOVED to read with her. Most important though, she was a great wife. She was fantastic for my dad! She was his rock. She really made things a lot happier in my dad’s life. My dad can be a bit stubborn ( just a bit) but she could always get through to him and have him see the other side of the coin. I truely believe that there is no one better for my dad.
Linda will be missed very much. I am who I am because of the leassons she taught me. I am so thankful she put up with me as a teenager and was in my life for so long. I will always remember her and her example.
Jean Smith
June 1, 2011
Linda's courage and spirit was an inspiration to anyone who knew her. I look forward to dancing with her again someday.
David Jones
June 1, 2011
Lynn, sorry to hear of your loss. Lean on your wonderful church and family for support.
Maryanne Ellis
May 31, 2011
Linda was such an inspiration to me in my own cancer journey. I was so blessed to have her in my line dance class. I will forever remember her beautiful smile and sweet spirit. I extend my deep sympathy to her entire family.
Joyce Erickson
May 31, 2011
Linda was an inspiration to many. I took line dancing classes with her. I watched her fight and never let cancer stop her from doing what she loved and making her dreams come true.
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