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Linda Atwood Obituary
She was born Aug. 22, 1948, in Davenport, Iowa, the daughter of the late Guy and Zelah Whitaker Clark.
She married Michael Atwood on Nov. 15, 1969, in Collinsville. He survives.
Also surviving are one daughter: Michelle Kreger, and husband Lance, of Staunton; two sons: Kyle Atwood of Staunton and Tyler Atwood of Staunton; three grandchildren: Brittani, Dakota and Kane Kreger all of Staunton and numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins other family members and dearly loved friends.
She was most recently employed as a dispatcher for the Staunton Police Department. She was a member of the Macoupin County Genealogical Society, Staunton American Legion Auxiliary, Staunton V.F.W. and Police Department Teamsters Union.
Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at Williamson Funeral Home in Staunton.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 20, at the funeral home with the Rev. John Heater officiating.
Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery in Staunton.
Memorials are suggested to the Staunton American Legion Scholarship Fund.
To sign the guestbook or leave an on-line condolence, visit williamsonfh.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Linda Atwood
November 19, 2009
Dear Mike,Michelle,Kyle,Tyler and all of the family
Linda is smiling down on us.
We shall see her soon.
Luv you all. Jeanne Sagovac
FLoyd Morgan
November 18, 2009
Dear Family of Linda Atwood
She will be deeply miss.
I only knew her from the police dept.
She was always so care.
My heart & Prayers go out to you all.
Linda Gillespey Summy
November 17, 2009
Mike and Family
I didn't know your wife and mom, but I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.
Marilou Lawcock
November 17, 2009
My dear friend since 2nd grade. You always were such a wonderful listener and alot of fun to be with. We shared alot of laughs through the years when ever we were together. I will miss you so much, but know you are no longer suffering. Love you, Pal...Marilou
Kate Stehl
November 17, 2009
Tyler and family- I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mom is at peace now and in a better place. I know you'll have the strength to get through this tough time. You are in our prayers.
jodie sweeney
November 17, 2009
lost my "bestest" friend in the whole world. I know she will be witing for me with lots of good stories. She is free of pain and walking on her own. luv u girlfriend.
November 16, 2009
Linda Kay -
We will all miss you dearly, yet I'll always be grateful for the lessons you taught us. You embraced life with enthusiasm, never dwelled on the negative, never met a stranger (OK, if you did, you likely knew them pretty well after a few minutes of conversation), loved to laugh, loved to talk, and most of all, loved your family. We will miss you but Heaven has welcomed you home.
your cousin, Susan & familiy
Rea Atwood
November 16, 2009
Linda, we will miss you dearly but your quick wit, love of life, and contagious smile will be cherished in our hearts forever. We love you, and may you rest in peace.
Seth, Rea, Riley, and Lucy
Steve and Joanna Reno
November 16, 2009
Mike, Michelle, Kyle, Tyler and family,
I will miss my dear childhood friend for her strength of character and upbeat attitude in the most difficult of times. I will also miss her stories, lively conversation, wonderful laugh and hugs.
I cherished her friendship as I cherish yours. You will continue to be in both Steve and my thoughts and prayers.
Michelle Kreger
November 14, 2009
Mom,
Words can't express how much I am going to miss you. I hope you are walking freely and now we have a guardian angel watching over all of us.
Little did we know the day that God was gong to call your name,
In life we loved you dearly; in death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone.
For part of us went with you, the day that God called you Home.
You left us with many memories, your love is still our guide,
And though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.
Until we meet again...
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