Name: Calling hours for Linda Sheets
Start: 2023-09-06T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-09-06T22:00:00.000Z
Location: Jagers and Sons Funeral Home

Albany Linda Miller Sheets was born June 10, 1953 in Athens, Ohio. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her immediate family on the morning of August 31, 2023.

Linda graduated from Athens High School in 1971 and was loved by anyone who met her. She had a smile that was contagious and never knew a stranger. Working her entire life, in and around Athens, she started at Miller's Poultry for her father. She retired from Ohio University in 2017.

Linda was a very hard worker throughout her life, whether at home or at work. She was always on the move and aspiring to the next project to work on. She loved spending time outdoors, burning brush, riding horses, swimming, skiing, going to church, traveling to the Outer Banks and out West. Linda was an extremely creative woman who painted, crocheted, macraméd, crafted baskets out of grapevine we would find in the woods, and played numerous musical instruments.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Dorothy Miller; her brother, Frank H. Miller who died serving his country in Vietnam; her grandmother, Gladys Miller; and her uncle and aunt, Keith and Ruth Bateman.

Linda is survived by her loving husband, Al Sheets; her son, Zach Sheets (Amanda Sheets); her daughter, Jessica Sheets (Bill Brooks); her grandson, Liam Medley; and her sister, Shirley Lynes.

Friends may call Wednesday, Sept. 6th from 4-6 p.m. with a service immediately afterwards at Jagers & Sons Funeral Home, 24 Morris Ave, Athens, OH with Rev. Stephen T. Sparling officiating. No graveside service will be observed. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you plant a tree in Linda's memory. Please share a memory, a note of condolence or sign the online register at www.jagersfuneralhome.com. Linda Sheets

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Published by The Athens Messenger on Sep. 1, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Linda Sheets

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17 Entries

Kathy White

September 24, 2023

I loved Linda. She was a very special person.

Marlene Reinhart

September 6, 2023

Lynda became a member of the Hocking Valley Dulcimer Friends. We all loved Lynda and her talents. I am very sorry for the loss to your family. She will be forever in my memory! Marlene Reinhart

Kari and Jeff Peterson

Sent Flowers

The Froehlich Family

Sent Flowers

Carola Hammer Heinrich

September 4, 2023

Thank you for being my friend Linda. All who know you will carry a part of you in their hearts. Sweet memories. Your friend, Carola

Larry Mitchell

September 2, 2023

Our condolences to Al and the immediate family as well as the Miller family members who have been treasured friends for so many years. Linda was a bright spot in the lives of so many, and we will miss her.

Larry and Linda Mitchell

Linda Cox

September 2, 2023

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jan Cunningham Hodson

September 2, 2023

I am so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. Even though I knew her way back in high school, I got to know her better when she worked at OU. I was so pleased that she contributed a story to the "Growing Up in Athens" book. We both had brothers who served in Vietnam and we talked about that. She dearly loved Frank. She was simply a lovely person. May you all be comforted by warm memories of her.

Jan & Maury Mittleman

Planted Trees

Rita Mitchell

September 2, 2023

I will miss you forever dear friend and treasure all our wonderful memories we shared. You have a wonderful family who loves you very much. There will never be another like you. Your friend forever. Rita

Becky Peerey

September 1, 2023

Heaven has gained a beautiful soul. Linda, you will be greatly missed. Every life you touched became richer. Prayers and hugs to your family.

Kelly Czack

September 1, 2023

One of the most generous and loving people I have ever met, and my heart breaks for her family members. Much love to all of you as you grieve her loss and celebrate her life. She was one of a kind and was loved by so many, including me.

Sidney Wittenberg

September 1, 2023

Linda will always be one of my favorite people. She made me laugh so much when we were together. We played together and worked together when we were younger. She was always so much fun. One of my favorite memories was when Carola, Linda, and I skipped school together. It was so worth it. Another great memory was when Linda and Al and their small babies came to visit my small babies and husband,Steve, in Cincinnati. It was so long ago but feels like only yesterday. I will miss Linda dearly and she will always be in my heart.

Michelle Warren

September 1, 2023

Think of you all and sending prayers and hugs your way.

Christie Mitchell

September 1, 2023

Al, my heart aches for you. Your description of Linda in the obituary was perfect! She was so talented and ambitious. The photo you chose is so darling and that is how I will always remember her looking. We had many good times together and I will cherish those memories.
Thank you for being such a loving care giver during her illness.
Hugs to you, Jessica and Zach.