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Linda Vail Obituary

June 27, 1940 - July 19, 2019 It is with a sad heart that we announce the passing of our sister, Linda Lou Vail on July 19, 2019. She was born to Virgil and Margaret Vail on June 27, 1940. She graduated from Everett High School in 1958 and attended ECC for two years and graduated from University of Washington with a teaching degree. She taught in the Everett School District her entire teaching career. She was on Captain Puget for saving a swimmer at Wenberg State Park where she worked as a lifeguard. She was preceded in death by her mother and father; and a favorite aunt, Celest. She is survived by her two sisters, Lestie Vail and LaVern Ledford (Vern); nieces, Tami Burdett and Tonya Nelson (Jay); nephews, Shawn Ledford (Rose), Lance Ledford and Ron Burdett; great nieces and nephews, Taylor and Courtney Burdett, Coby and Shane Nelson, Kaiden and Mason Ledford; and great great nephew, Graham Williams. Linda bravely fought numerous cancers for 22 years. At her request there will be no funeral. The family would like to thank Hospice for their excellent care of Linda during the past month and a half. In lieu of flowers, donations in Linda's name may be sent to Providence Hospice and Home Care of Snohomish County, 2731 Wetmore, Suite 500, Everett, WA 98201.

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Published by The Herald (Everett) from Jul. 27 to Jul. 28, 2019.

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John Scherrer

August 13, 2019

Always enjoyed Linda's humor.(jokes)

Karen Bielaga

July 31, 2019

I was a big fan of Ms. Vail when I was a student at Eisenhower. She always had a sly smile like she knew something worth knowing that we young pre-teens hadn't yet figured out. We used to kid her about being Mrs. Linden's sister.

Denney Berry

July 30, 2019

At our last phone conversation I'm glad we were able to say we cared for each other as friends. I'll miss the pecan pies and your phone calls on my birthdays.

Pat (Stuart) Ackerman

July 28, 2019

Washington grade school, North Junior High, Everett High, Camp Killoqua. We did them all. Rest in peace Linda.

Jack Beyer

July 28, 2019

I truly enjoyed working with Linda during the early days of Eisenhower MS. Her positive attitude, sly sense of humor, and common sense made her a valuable team member, teacher, and a friend. I will miss her greatly.

Candie Hill

July 28, 2019

I am truly saddened to hear of the passing of Linda Vail. Miss Vail believed in me when no one else did. She saw good in me when even I didn't. She supported and encouraged me through school and beyond. She was my favorite teacher. She changed the course of my life.

Georgina Korthe

July 27, 2019

I was sorry to see of Linda's passing. The Vail's have always had a place in my heart. My prayers are with you.

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