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Linda Kay Bloom

Fort Wayne, Indiana

May 29, 1941 – Feb 11, 2026

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May 29, 1941
DIED
February 11, 2026
LOCATION
Fort Wayne, Indiana

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Linda (Tobey) Bloom, 84, passed away peacefully after several years of living with dementia. Linda made history as the first woman County Commissioner in Allen County. She dedicated her life to serving others, first winning public office in 1978 as Allen County Treasurer. Over the next four...

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Linda was more than special, and more than her accomplishments - which are prodigious. The obituary mentions 'never having lost an election' , it should also note she was consistently the top vote getter in the county elections- and could have easily crushed any candidate who would dare oppose her should she have decided to run for another term. Her social intelligence was off the chart, as evidenced by so many who had their personal facts recalled by her in computer-like accuracy. I met with...

My condolences to Kara and the rest of the family. My mother lived in the same memory care home as Linda. I found Linda to be feisty and very funny. I enjoyed visiting with her when I went to see my mom.

Sending love and peace to you and your family

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My condolences and sympathies to Linda's sister, children, grandchildren, nephews and her partner for over 20 years, Bill Hartman. I admired and had a wonderful relationship with Linda. When I began my county councilman duties in 2001, she found out that I enjoyed oatmeal raisin cookies. Linda brought me oatmeal raisin cookies for each monthly meeting. She spoiled me with these cookies, and I have not forgotten her special attention.

She was a true friend of Monroeville... I don't think she ever missed taking part in the Harvest Festival parades or supporting our historical society. She was there for the start of CME, The Village of Heritage and remembering the Lincoln Highway. This legend will be remembered.

Remember my birthday 12/07/1990 my condolences Respectfully war world (Ieasha R. Warfield)

Seeing Linda always made me smile. The first time I saw her was when she was running for commissioner when she was dressed with boots and a shovel and said she could play with the boys. This was a very special Lady.

I know for sure My mother Gertrude is waiting for you Linda. The two of you can tell everyone how it is and how it can be fixed. I miss you both so much.