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Linda Meyer Obituary
Linda Ann Meyer, 65, died unexpectedly due to a pulmonary embolism on October 8, 2020 near her home in DeKalb, Illinois.
Linda lived a full life with countless friends both in her hometown and around the world, particularly via social media. The phrase, "she never met a stranger" defined her life. ln DeKalb, everybody knew her and she knew everybody else. Genuinely interested in people, she took great joy in sharing the latest news with everyone, whether it was about a new restaurant in town or who just got married.
Linda and her partner, Joel Anderson, thrived in the nurturing community of DeKalb and were devoted fans of the NIU Huskies in addition to many other local teams. She made lifelong friendships with classmates and teachers at DeKalb High School, class of 1975. She was an active member in the Westminster Presbyterian Church and particularly cherished visiting extended family including the Gillespies, Kises, Reames, Rudolphs, Ryans and Von Husens. She loved volunteering at Barb City Manor, where she had countless friends, for over 30 years. Linda supported and always participated in the Crop Walk since she was a teenager.
Linda was born in Chicago, Illinois to Cecile and Axel Meyer. Linda and her family next moved to Gainesville, Florida and then Oak Ridge, Tennessee before settling in DeKalb in 1967.
She is survived and is greatly missed by her partner Joel Anderson and his parents Bob and Sue; best friend Linda Beck; siblings Carla (Vin Ryan) and Fred (Abbie); cousin Sally Reames; Aunt Sarah Kise and her children; nephew Nick Ryan and his family; nieces Madeline and Sarah; and former partner Roger Scott.
She was predeceased by her parents and her beloved Aunt Mary Ann Gillespie.
An online memorial service will be hosted at the DeKalb Westminster Presbyterian Church on October 24, at 2:00 PM both in-person and remotely at westminsterdekalb.org (click on Services link).
A Sharing of Remembrance will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday, October 24, on Zoom, please go to Anderson Funeral Home website, www.AndersonFuneralHomeLtd.com to access link.
In lieu of flowers, a donation to the DeKalb Sondra King Memorial Crop Hunger Walk would be appreciated. Please donate to Linda's Memorial Team at: www.crophungerwalk.org/dekalbil/Linda-Meyer-Memorial.
For information, visit www.AndersonFuneralHomeLtd.com or call 815-756-1022.
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Debra Davis
November 17, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cordelia Parham
November 12, 2020
I first met Linda and her family when I was a child attending the Unitarian Fellowship in DeKalb. She always had a smile on her face. Although I did not see Linda often I know that she was an important part of her family's lives. Rest In Peace.
Ted McCarron
November 3, 2020
I met Linda once and remember how nice, friendly and sweet she was. Rest in peace Linda.
Christopher Bidstrup
October 24, 2020
Condolences to the Meyer family and also Joel and his family. Linda will be missed!
Beth, David and Ava Fixmer
October 24, 2020
We will miss Linda greatly. She was Joel’s soulmate and was very good to him. We will always remember her for her kind spirit and her love of NIU sports. May her memory be a blessing to all who knew her.
Aunt Janet Parker
October 24, 2020
Our family was blessed to have Linda with us. My nephew Joel will miss her so much. Linda encouraged others and was so thoughtful. I still us the coasters she made for me. I have many fond memories. Bless her family and friends. Rest in God's arms.
Todd Parker
October 23, 2020
My thoughts and prayers go out to Linda's family and friends. I am so lucky to have Linda as part of my family. She and my cousin Joel were perfect for one another. When they would come down for Christmas, I would always look forward to talking sports with Linda and Joel. I remember one year her beloved Huskies were playing Florida State in a bowl game. She let everyone know that the Huskies were going to crush Florida State. I walked around the house doing the Tomahawk chop that Florida State does and she let me have it for doing that. I am going to miss Linda very much but I was always remember what she met to our family. God Bless, Linda!
Katie Wiegele
October 22, 2020
Condolences to Fred, Joel, and the Meyer family. I can tell from your tribute that she was a loving sister, partner, and friend, a real positive force in the community and in the world.
Sue Doederlein
October 21, 2020
Because I had the privilege of knowing her parents and working with her father at NIU, I had the honor of knowing three incredible members of the Meyer family. Once you met Linda, she was your friend. She would remember something you two had in common, or she’d say “go see my Mom” when that privilege was still available. NIU Women’s Basketball has lost a fan who followed the team through decades, and I will miss one of the kindest people I had the privilege of knowing. My condolences to Joel Anderson and to all Linda’s friends and family.
Marcia Dick
October 21, 2020
So very sorry to see this sad news, NIU lost a very loyal fan. Condolences to Joel and her many friends and family members.
Mark Probasco
October 18, 2020
I always looked forward to see Linda at any NIU sporting event, we bought season tickets where we did so we could at next to her and her friends. A very special lady.
Chuck Kise
October 17, 2020
I will miss my sweet and wonderful cousin so much. I enjoyed our visits mostly in Tennessee at Aunt Mimi’s. She was so kind hearted. NIU has lost their biggest fan. Rest in eternal piece my lovely cousin.
Jerry Hansen
October 17, 2020
I enjoyed our talks in the hallway near the library in high school. Mr. Pateris introduced us.
Terri Patterson (Scott)
October 16, 2020
My deepest of condolences to the family and friends
Michelle Friedlund
October 16, 2020
So sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. She was so good about posting news to our class of ‘75. I remember how sweet she was back in school. Prayers to Joel and her family.
Amie Camero
October 16, 2020
Dear sweet Linda, you will be missed dearly by all who knew you. Every time I saw you, you always had a smile on your face and would always ask how my mom was doing. I will miss your Christmas cards every yr. RIP Linda
Fly high sweet Angel. ❤
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