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Linda Rockefeller Obituary

ROCKEFELLER Linda Jones Rockefeller went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 18, 2012. She was 65 years old. Linda fought a courageous battle with ALS for the last four years. She is preceded in death by her parents, Daniel J. Jones and Ana Cicero Jones. She is survived by her children, Shannon Rockefeller, Kyle Rockefeller (Angela), Ryan Rockefeller (Chrissy), and Erin Schmaltz (Erik). She is survived by her brother Danny Jones (Donna) and her sister Mary Bodin (John). She leaves seven grandchildren: Dylan, Ava, Sam, Nolan, Hawk, Aiden, and Camryn. She leaves behind many nieces and nephews, cousins, and many, many friends. Linda was a member of Lakeview Christian Center. She was employed at Mpress Printing Company, and had her own graphic design company for many years, The Rockefeller Group. A memorial service honoring Linda will be held on Saturday, December 29, 2012 at 10:00 at Lakeview Christian Center, 5885 Fleur de Lis, New Orleans, LA 70124. Following the memorial service there will be a luncheon to honor Linda and share stories of her wonderful life. In lieu of flowers, there will be a table set up for donations to her favorite organizations: Rancho 3M Orphanage, ALS Association, and MDA New Orleans. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Dec. 24 to Dec. 26, 2012.

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Kelly Gaubert

December 19, 2022

Linda was always one of the nicest and kindest women I know. She always had a smile on her face and would do anything for anyone. I still miss her so much. Prayers and love to her family. Kelly Gaubert

Brenda Terrell

January 14, 2013

Linda and I grew up together as 1st cousins but she and Mary were the sisters I never had. Here is one of many scriptures that sum up Linda's character. As stated in Luke 8:15, Linda was one who "having heard God's word with a noble and good heart kept it and bore fruit with patience." I'm sure there will never be a day that goes by without something reminding me of Linda. I miss her dearly.

Joan Wallace

January 11, 2013

I just learned of Linda's passing. My condolences to her family for such a profound loss. My love and gratitude to Linda, now on the other side, for the light and love she shared with everyone she met.

January 1, 2013

Earth hath no sorrow that heaven can not heal. To Linda's family, we are praying for you and with you at this time. May God bless and keep you one and all.

Love,
Ingrid & Oliver Adams and Sisters Dr. Ashaunta Tumblin, Diondra Tumblin Reynaud, and Dana Tumblin Collins.

Ron Stewart

December 31, 2012

Linda has always been a shining example of what thoughtfulness and kindness truly mean. Our world is better because of the people she touched and influenced. My prayers and thoughts are with her family and all those that will miss her.

Lether Judice

December 30, 2012

To Linda's family, Bev & I would like to offer our sincerest sympathy to all of yor...We commiserate you loss, & feel joyful that Linda is with her Lord & her suffering is no more..Sincerely LJ & Beverly Judice

Shelley Landrieu

December 29, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Linda was on of the kindest and most generous people I ever knew. We are all the better for knowing her.

Interstate Electronic Systems

December 28, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

December 28, 2012

I have know Linda since the 1980's, when I joined the Advertising Club of New Orleans. She was always a sweet, giving and kind friend. She will be missed...:o( My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Patti Johnston/MPRESS & The Ad Club of New Orleans

Kelly Gaubert

December 27, 2012

Linda and I worked together for many years. She was not just a friend, but a second mom to many. We loved her so much and will miss her so. My love and prayers to all of her family. Love, Kelly Gaubert

December 27, 2012

Linda was a very special person.
She will be missed dearly by everyone that knew her.

Karen Pritchett

December 27, 2012

Linda showed me how to maintain a certain professionalism, when everything and one was not. Her presence alone brought a certain amount of normalcy to the room and her input will never be replaced. My prayers are with the family.
Rick Gallioto/ MPRESS

Thelma Prior

December 27, 2012

Anyone who knew her will understand when I say "She made everyone a better person". She loved life and had the ability to make everything better in the most trying times. Her faith was extremely touching. I will miss her smile and laugh the most. I always considered her to be my angel (someone I wanted to be like in every aspect). She has earned her wings and will watch over all of us. My love and prayers are with you and your family.

Chelsea Martinez

December 27, 2012

My father, Pat Elwick, worked with Ms. Linda. She was a wonderful woman with an even more wonderful heart. My condolences to the family. Love, Chelsea Elwick Martinez

Danny & Donna Jones

December 26, 2012

She was not only a sister to us,but a friend we could talk to all the time.We
will miss her.
Love,Brother Danny and Sister-in-law Donna

Danette Breaux

December 26, 2012

Thoughts and prayers to her family and friends! I was blessed to have known her through the Southland Franklin staff. Shared some laughs and got to play golf with Linda once. She was a stranger to no one. May you find comfort in knowing she is now resting in peace and is in the presence of our Lord.

December 25, 2012

I love you and miss you so much. Dawson and I will see you one day please watch all over on all of us.. See you soon

Johnny Bodin

December 25, 2012

She is the most caring and wonderful person a person could have the privilege of knowing. It was an honor to be her nephew. Going to miss you Aunt Linda. Xxxooo

Lisa Walsh

December 25, 2012

Our lives were made much richer by knowing Linda. I feel blessed to have been able to get to know and love her. May she rest in the arms of our Lord! You will be missed!

Terry Fisher

December 25, 2012

A very very special lady we are all richer for having in our lives.

REGGIE CLAVIN SCHRIEFFER

December 24, 2012

TO MARY AND FAMILY, I AM SO SADDEN TO HERE ABOUT LINDA..SHE WAS ONE OF THE MOST NICEST PEOPLE I HAVE EVER MEET..SHE WAS ALL WAYS GOOD TO ME..GAVE ME A JOB AT THE PRINTING COMPANY...I NO YOU WILL MISS HERE..MY PRAYS ARE WITH YOU NOW AND ALWAYS..

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