Donnelly, Linda Johnson age 56, of Hamilton, VA (formerly of Minnetonka, MN) passed away May 7, 2008. She is survived by her husband, Richard; son, Ryan Donnelly; parents, Roy and Shirley Johnson; sisters, Diane Fredeen (Gordon) and Janet Wolter (Scott); nieces, Lindsay Ebeling (Erik) and Amanda Wolter; and nephew, Grant Wolter. Linda was born in Chicago, IL and grew up in Park Ridge, IL. She moved to Eden Prairie, MN in 1968 and graduated from Golden Valley High School in 1969. Linda received her teaching degree from the University of MN and taught at Clear Springs Elementary School in Minnetonka for several years. Linda enjoyed cooking, reading, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. She and her husband relocated to Virginia in 2004. Memorials are preferred to: Minnetonka Foundation- The Linda Donnelly Fund The Minnetonka Foundation c/o Minnetonka Public Schools District Service Center 5621 County Road 101 Minnetonka, MN 55345 The Linda Donnelly Fund will be used to support the Early Childhood Education Program in the Minnetonka School District.
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Linda was wonderful and fun - we loved the stories about the septic system. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help now and when you return to Virginia.
Joe & Peggy Pillera
August 25, 2008 | Hamilton
Linda was one of the best friends our daughter Cheryl had as a teacher in the Minnetonka schools. We remember especially how she would ask Cheryl to be sure to have Ruth (Cheryl's Momn) pray for her when she was in need. And Ruth always prayed for her. What a radiant light she was in this life. She is remembered with great love and much fondness by both of us. Her star will shine for more years to come than any of us can know now. She touched all who knew her with her love and kindness.
Edgar and Ruth Twedt
May 26, 2008 | San Antonio, TX
Dick,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Linda will be missed. Please let us know if we can do anything to help here in VA.
In sympathy,
Janell, Dave and Shelby Zech
May 25, 2008 | Hamilton, VA
Dear Richard, Ryan and all the Donnelly and Johnson families.
My heart just sank when I was given the news of Linda's passing. My heart and prayers go out to each of you for the loss you have suffered. I taught wth Linda at Clear Springs School and for several years our classrooms were next to each other. I remember Linda's beautiful smile, how much she enjoyed her interaction with her students and the wonderful natural skills she brought to the classroom. I also enjoyed listening to...
Kathleen Schmid
May 20, 2008 | Hopkins, MN
I'm very sorry for your loss. Linda was my 5th grade teacher at Clear Springs and she was my favorite. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gina Heggelman
May 20, 2008 | Minnetonka, MN
To Dick and family, I’m so very sorry to hear the sad news about Linda. I’m sure Linda will be remembered forever as a very special and favorite classmate at Golden Valley, Class of 1969.
John Dresser
May 19, 2008 | Whitefish, MT
To Dick, Ryan and all the Donnelly and Johnson families:
Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of Linda. She was a joy to know and love! We have great memories of the growing up years, and the years since as one of the Golden Valley Girls. We'll keep your family in our prayers......
Joan Paquette
May 19, 2008 | Plymouth
