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Linda Burns

Salt Lake City, Utah

1941 - 2018

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Linda Burns1941 - 2018Pull up a chair and celebrate Ma Burns, Linda Burns (1941-2018). A powerhouse of a personality, Linda served up much sought-after advice in the same style as her drink of choice: trusted and unfiltered. A champion of literacy, Linda surrounded herself with books throughout...

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I never had the pleasure of working in the same library department but we found each other anyway and became pals due to a similarity of attitudes. She was a delight to talk to and laugh with. I am so glad to have called her a friend.

Excitement, thrills and adventure took Linda 'out of the books' at times, this reader observes. What a story! May such memories, maybe not as fire-laced, be vivid for all who knew her best.
I wonder if Linda found the book which has these verses life-giving, at Hebrews 4:12-16.Excellent Source.

My Dear Friend Jim's greatest decision in life was marrying Linda. Linda was a wonderful lady! My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Bob Schaefer

North Palm Beach, FL

I worked for Linda from 1979-81. She was wonderful person.

Condolences to her family.

Debbie Ehrman

A really great asset to the library. Fun to talk to, well-read and smart. Bill and I will miss you, Linda.

Linda won the University of Utah Staff Excellence Award in 1995-just further testimony of her contributions and impact. Her loss will be deeply felt by many of her former colleagues at the Marriott Library and throughout the University & the library community. --Melanie Hawks

A legend. One of the kindest and most authentic people I've ever met. My friend always. I miss her.

Nancy

I worked for her for mean years, She was the best. I took care of cleaning her home and she was very good to me (I will Miss my very dear friend) My Condolences to the Family.