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Barbara Linsz Obituary

Barbara Karen Linsz CHARLOTTE - Barbara Karen Linsz, age 69, went to be with her Lord on January 13, 2013. Barbara, with her husband Don, served as missionaries with SIM for 35 years. They taught at Bible colleges in Ethiopia and Liberia. After returning from Africa, they trained missionaries, preparing them for service overseas. They also served in pastorates in Ohio, New York, and North Carolina. Their final work together was authoring "Miracle Beans and the Golden Book" their stories of God's faithfulness and adventures in Africa. Barbara was survived by her husband Don, her brother Bill Edy and her children Mark and Becky Linsz, Nancy and Derrick Dempsey, Dan and Corrie Linsz, Tom Linsz and Tim Linsz and her ten grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6 PM to 8:30 pm on Wednesday, January 16th,at the Linsz home, 669 Hempstead Place, Charlotte. The service to celebrate Barbara's life will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday January 17th at Forest Hill Church, 7224 Park Road in Charlotte. In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to SIM's sports ministry, "Sports Friends". Send your donation to: SIM, PO Box 7900, Charlotte, NC 28241-7900 making note that it is to be used for Sports Friends #99803. TH Robertson Funeral Service Lic. is the serving the family. Condolences to www.throbertson.com.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Jan. 15, 2013.

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Renita Morgan

January 27, 2013

Praying for your family during this difficult time. Such a precious lady! What an example of how we should invest our lives while here on planet earth!

Celeste (Rumbaugh) Van Ness

January 27, 2013

So sorry to hear about your family's loss. I know she will be missed! Sending prayers for your family.

Amy Fetzer Larakers

January 18, 2013

Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

Bob Givens

January 17, 2013

Our hearts go out to you Don and family as you say goodbye to a gracious and Godly lady. We are so thankful that we have had the joy of serving together with you in the SIM over these years. We're praying that the Lord give you strength during these times of goodbye and adjustment. Abrazos from us both. Bob & Carol

Randi Edmiston

January 17, 2013

Thinking of all of you as today is the earthly celebration of Barb's life. What a lovely example of a true servant for Christ...

January 17, 2013

Dear Linsz family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Barb was a great friend and cousin. I will miss her. -Linda Jenis

January 17, 2013

Dear Linsz family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I will miss Barb dearly...she was a great comfort, friend and cousin. -Linda Jenis

January 17, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Linsz family. When we think of Barb, she is like a light in a dark room. And now that light is with her heavenly Father! Barb was always ready to give an encouraging word, smile and prayer! Scott & Jolyn Harris

Ian & Beka Rideout

January 17, 2013

We are so thankful for knowing Barb on this side of heaven. Together, she and Don were a wonderful team of encouragers. We'll be praying for you, Don, and the rest of the family as you adjust to her move to be with Jesus. Sending hugs from afar, Ian and Beka Rideout

January 16, 2013

Dear Don and Dan and all the family,
We are so sorry for your loss of a beautiful wife and mom. Barb and Don made such a great impression on us as we were joining SIM and headed for Liberia. Grace, godliness, gentleness..that was Barb. She will be sorely missed by her friends. We will all look forward to meeting her again at the Savior's side. Love to you from Dave and Sheryl O'Brien

Robert & Grace Setor

January 15, 2013

We remember Barbara from SIM Start and SIMCO in those days. She was such a sweet lady with a kind spirit. We will continue to pray for the rest of the family.

Paul & Sara Thomas

January 15, 2013

Don & Barb had a great impact on us many years ago in our young married's class at First Baptist Church in Wheaton. Barb (& Don) will always hold a special place in our hearts. They demonstrated to us what a Godly couple looked like. Our prayers are with your family.

Bill & Betty Thompson

January 15, 2013

Dear Linsz family... Your Mom always was ready to encourage and help anyone with a need. She had a heart for the world and dropped lots of love along her pathway. Our loss down here is truly heaven's gain! Now our prayers are for Don, Especially as they were so inseparable. True servants of the Most High.

January 15, 2013

Barb was a dear friend to our family and we will always hold her memory in our hearts. May each of you know God's love and help at this time. Barb is with the Lord she served and loved. We will see her in Heaven someday. Nancy and Nick Frederick

Karen Merryman

January 15, 2013

I remember Barbara from my time at SIM Start and SIMCo. She was so very sweet and made me feel so welcome. I am deeply sorry for your loss but know that she is rejoicing in the presence of the Lord.

Dianne Mills

January 15, 2013

Mark and Becky - Sending up prayers for your strength and healing as you continue to deal with your mother's passing and celebrate her wonderful life. I hope your feel the love and support from California. Randy and Dianne Mills

brian davidson

January 15, 2013

A blessing to the Davidson family as we prepared to serve God in Ethiopia back in 2002. Barb and Don's investment into our lives will never be forgotten. Barb was always so encouraging. That smile never seem to leave her face. There was a sweetness about her that was of God. You will be missed Barb. Enjoy heaven. I'm sure you will be greeted by "well done, good and faithful servant."

Linda Sturm

January 15, 2013

Praying for you and your family Cyndy. So sorry for your loss.

Iris Porras

January 15, 2013

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

January 15, 2013

I'm sure your mom's "ascension celebration" was one of great joy as she entered her final home and Jesus welcomed her there! She was truly a great lady and one that I try to emulate. May our Heavenly Father hold you all so closely that you can feel His heart beating against your chest, and may He grant you His peace. Blessings and love to all the family.
Fran Wilson

January 15, 2013

May our heavenly father Jehovah give you peace and comfort at this time of sadness. (2Cor.1:2-4) Arjorie Fields Concord N.C.

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