Photo courtesy of Heritage Funeral Home and Cremation Services - Sioux Falls
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Jul 15, 1949 – Aug 19, 2024
On Monday, August 19, 2024, Linda Kay Williams, age 75, of Sioux Falls, SD was called to her heavenly home. She was surrounded by family and friends.
Linda Kay was born on July 15, 1949, to Ted and Betty Larson.
She resided in Sioux Falls for most of her life but also lived in Texas and Washington for a period of time. She attended and graduated from Washington Highschool, graduating in 1967.
Soon after graduating she met and married Gary Miller. In their time together they had four beautiful daughters: Dawn, Lisa, Kristina, and Casey.
Over the last 17 years Linda lived her life to the fullest in sobriety with her second family from Southside AA. Linda worked at a variety of casinos in Sioux Falls, which she very much enjoyed. She encountered many people during this time whose lives she touched. Linda also enjoyed going to lunch and sitting behind the machines with her very best friends Tammy, LaDona, Deb, and Jim whose friendships were irreplaceable.
Linda made the absolute most of her time doing her favorite thing which was traveling with her friends and family.
Her fondest memories were the trips she took with her daughters to Vegas. She also treasured the memories she made traveling around the country with her friends, one trip she especially enjoyed was when she got her passport to go to Cancun. In addition, she enjoyed traveling to Arizona to see Jeri Mann Duncan, her sister in law.
In 2001 Linda’s first great-grandchild was born, Elijiah Matthews, who she created a very special relationship with. They were each others' "ride or die!!!"
Linda will be missed by every single person whose life she touched.
Linda leaves behind her daughters Dawn Dossett, Lisa Roman, Kristina Miller, and Casey Schares (James), all of Sioux Falls.
She is also survived by her brothers, JT Larson (Linda) of Colorado, JD Larson (Jane) of New Mexico, Greg Larson of Florida; sister Deb Mathews of Sioux Falls; 12 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews, who brought her so much joy.
Linda will also be deeply missed by her dachshund Zoey.
Linda is preceded in death by her parents, Ted Larson and Betty Novak; uncle, Billy Backhaus; and great-grandson Dimitri Lobo who was taken to soon.
A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, August 24 at 10 AM, Heritage Funeral Home.
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Linda had a way of making everyone feel included and welcomed. Although I did not know her well I feel her loss now and will feel it again in those rare occasions when our paths would cross. My heart goes out to her family and friends wishing you comfort in your memories.
Vivia Sparkler
August 25, 2024 | Albuquerque, NM | Acquaintance
Growing up you and my mother were joined at the hips all the girls and then me the only boy around and i got a lot of memories of Dawn, Lisa, Kristina and Casey are cousins but we grew up as my sisters. Tell my mother i miss her and love her so much what a fight you put up GOD Bless love Jimmy James
James Raanes
August 24, 2024 | Peoria, AZ | Family
Sending my thoughts and prayers to all of Linda's family and friends May she rest in peace.
Deb Pennington
August 22, 2024 | Pipestone, MN | Family
I am so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. My prayer is that her loved ones can find peace and comfort in knowing what a difference she made in so many lives. She was funny, had a loving smile and a heart of gold.
Sally Thompson
August 21, 2024 | Tea, SD | Friend
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Marilyn Lambertz
August 21, 2024 | Valley Springs, SD | Friend
Linda was and is a beautiful lady! Her spirit will always be with all!
LeeAnn No Heart
August 21, 2024 | Sioux Falls, SD | Friend
I will miss u terribly. Glad we spent time together last month
Jeri Mann
August 20, 2024 | Maricopa, AZ | Family
Rest peacefully Linda! Love The Thurman’s
Susan Thurman
August 20, 2024 | Sioux Falls, SD | Friend
Linda had a heart of gold she would do anything for you if you were on her good side. She let you know what she was thinking. Will miss talking with her. Sending healing prayers to the family.
Joelene Haugse
August 20, 2024 | Sioux Falls, SD | Friend