Linda Sue Baginski

Dear Linda,
It makes me smile to remember your face. Earrings dangling, eye-brows just right, your sweet smile.
Thank you for all the years you shared with us.
May each tomorrow bring us memories of your special gifts.
Unitl we meet again may our Heavenly Father hold you in the palm of his hand.
Fondly, M.L.J.

You were the first woman I ever saw that rode her own motorcycle! I loved that. I have so much to say. I will always think of you when I ride- I remember you telling me "I felt so empowered" leading us, coming back from 'Heels and Wheels'.Somebody almost got a ticket! I will do the 2011 ride for you. Black Magic at my side. :0)

7/9/11

I knew Linda just a few years through the HOG chapter. She was always smiling and willing to help you out. I will miss Linda very much.My heart goes to John and his family.May Linda rest in peace with the angels.

Nacho Almaguer
Pico Rivera, CA
SGHOG

For over 30 years, from Best Foods through Unilever, John, Linda, and I have been friends. In all this time, despite the many challenges faced by Linda, she was always the same cheerful, positive, and determined person. She always wore a smile and gave a warm greeting or comment regardless of her personal health crisis. Linda’s positive outlook on life and her fierce determination to battle her cancer should be a model for all. Linda faced life with energy and optimism, and she dedicated her final years on earth encouraging others to do the same. God Bless you, Linda. You will be missed.

John and family, May God comfort you during this time of bereavement and may the wonderful memories of Linda live forever in your hearts. Love and Prayers.

I miss seeing Linda walking Abby. We were neighbors for almost 25 years. I admire her strength while fighting the demon cancer and for her work at City of Hope.

We were lucky enough to know Linda through her mother, Pat. Linda was such a cheerleader and great supporter of the Relay for Life in Moreno Valley. She, and the many others, is why we do what we do. Thank you, Linda, for keeping us focused. We know you no longer suffer, but it's hard to say good-bye. Thank you for being such a blessing to so many.

very few people leave this world helping the human condition.Linda was one of them. Her long struggle using experimental cancer drugs will help many to follow.god bless and keep you Linda .
Much Love,Your Uncle Boodie

Am praying for all of you during this difficult time. Linda was a very special person and touched so many lives. It was a privilege to know her.

Linda and John have been good friends for over 30 years - that's a lot of great memories, good times and life changes. I will always be amazed at Linda's determination in fighting her cancer and how she made each new treatment or ordeal sound like no big deal. She had so much strength and passion for life. She loved her family so much and was a giving friend to so many. She touched a lot of lives and will be greatly missed. My love to John, Pat, Laurie, Bruce and the rest of the family.

Linda and John are two special people that always could bring happiness to a room full of people. They touched my life as friends over 20 years ago and will always have a place in my heart.

Linda's legacy will always be in my heart. I treasure her smile, her kindness and her hope. May her legacy continue in all of us as we continue to discover life without her. My prayers and thoughts are with her family.

Linda, the sunshine that came from your heart was warmer than any that came from the sky! You always accentuated the positive! You came into our lives, leaving footprints on our hearts, never to be the same! We will truly miss you!

Linda, the sunshine that came from your heart was warmer than any that came from the sky! You always accentuated the positive, and eliminated the negative, that's what we loved about you! You came into our lives, leaving footprints on our hearts, never to be the same! We will truly miss you!

I will always remember the first day I met Linda and how she was not only an inspiration to me, but to so many others. It was through Linda's efforts that I became involved in volunteering for National Cancer Survivors Day, The Speakers Bureau and so much more. I will always remember her courage and most of all her encouraging smile.

I extend my deepest sympathy and my prayers are with the entire Baginski family.

Linda was such a light to so many. I remember seeing her happy, sparkling eyes for the first time and knew we would connect on many levels: as women, as patients, as survivors, as friends. I was honored to have served her and Jeannie's department for four years and got to be called "the other Linda B." I am filled with sadness at our loss. My heart goes out to John and the entire Baginski family.

John my heart has no words . . . but I will remember her playfulness, envy the love you two created and be forever grateful that you both will always be part of my heart. Forever in love,
Leslie

June 25, 2011

Linda was one of the dearest friends that I have had in my life. One of the ones that you count on your fingers. We were partners at City of Hope for over 10 years. Linda taught me so much about how to live life and how to leave this life with dignity. Her last gift to me was a book of photos of my amazing retirement party she helped organize on my behalf. Her message to me is to always Live, Laugh & Love. My heart is sad that I will no longer have her to talk to and try and solve the worlds woes. But I do believe I will see her again. I am sure she is busy organizing the Pink Links Ladies in heaven. John you were a champion husband and the best care-giver I have known. May God comfort you John, Bruce, Kristin, Pat, Laurie & Eric. She adored each of you so much.

Love,
Jeanne & Bob Lawrence
San Dimas, California

To a brave girl, God be with you.

"Wildflowers"

Oh, lay my ashes by the river bed.
Lay them where the wildflowers grow
and the river flows.
Spread them out among the flowers and trees so they may be swift up by a gentle breeze.
And when we are apart you will see my heart where the wildflowers grow
near the Kern River as it flows.

Anna Escobosa
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We met Linda through the San Gabriel Valley HOG Chapter. She greeted everyone with that beautiful smile of hers and made you feel so welcome. We will miss her very much. John, our prayers are with you and your family.

Linda, we will always remember your 'sunshiney smile' and your generous ways. You may be gone from our touch, but forever in our hearts.

Dear Family and Friends of Linda's:

When I read Linda's own words in our City of Hope book Writing for Wellness: A Prescription for Healing, a book that came from a class started through Linda's efforts, I feel they could have been written for her. She wrote them in tribute to the late Hattie Anderson and entitled the poem:

New Sunrise
She lay to rest when the moon was full. A life abundant and rich and deep. Her measure declared by Love all around. Comfort covered as she went to sleep. Peace fell on her as sunset approached. Her new sunrise awaits. She will carry on her glorious call. Inspiration at the Gate. --by Linda Baginski

Julie Davey
Laguna Niguel

I joined the family late - John, Linda and Vern Jablonsky. We were able to share Super Bowl parties (California and Texas) joyful regardless of who played or who won; the Dew Drop Inn via Mesa, Az; Nastrovia and many more locations, moments and memories. I was so lucky to have known Linda and have been welcomed into her world with opened arms. She live with such joie de vivre - and will forever be loved and cherished. Sharon Geider (Arlington, Texas)

I did not know her, but I knew of her. Me and my family will continue to pray for her family and loved ones. KNOW SHE IS STANDING NEXT TO OUR FATHER LOOKING DOWN ON ALL OF US!!

Linda was an inspiration to me and a bright spot in everyones life that she touched. She will be remembered not only for her external beauty,but mostly for the inner beauty of her loving soul.WALLY LINDSAY

Linda was my "Pink Links" hero; since 2002. She embraced so many newly diagnosed ladies and supported all of us through our cancer journeys. Her wisdom, compassion, HOPE and inspiration will be dearly missed.
Ride well fine lady and rest in peace...

Linda was loved for many reasons and will remain in our hearts for all seasons. Her kindness, devotion to loved ones and courage are just a few of her traits that made her so great. With heavy hearts we say goodbye for now, until we take our final bow. I will miss you.

I knew Linda from working at the City of Hope. She was the most courageous person I have ever meant. She always gave of herself regardless how she felt or what she was going through.
I am honored to have been her friend, she will be greatly missed.

It was an honor and a real pleasure to know Linda, and John through SGVHogs. She is truly inspirational.Her smile, her warmth and her courage will be remembered. Papa John and Janet Wilkens

Mario and I nervously walked into our first SGV meeting 2 years ago. We were immediately pounced on by a tiny little blonde with piercingly beautiful eyes and a personality filled the entire hall. Linda was an amazing woman, one of Gods personal angels. We love you and miss you.
John, you're in our constant prayers. Much love, our Brother.
Karlie Fisherman &
Mario Lopez

John,
We loved Linda dearly as she was a beautiful inspiration to us. She was the person you looked up to who showed you everything wonderful about life. May God bless you and your family.
Hank and Helen Dandini

Linda, what a fighter and ray of sunshine- So glad we had our "mini" reunion at Frantones Pizza of the old school gang....Until we meet again my true friend!

I had the opportunity of meeting Linda through the San Gabriel Valley HOG chapter. Linda was always a bright ray of sunshine, funny and had a wonderful personality. You will be truly missed in every way! May God bless John through these difficult times.

I met Linda through John when we worked at Nutrilite. I will always remember the fun our group had together whether it was skiing at Mammoth,Friday night Happy Hour at Heroes or all the times we got together to celebrate life events. Linda (and John) were there for me when my husband was sick and their support and guidance was amazing. Although distance finally separated us, Linda was still dear to my heart. One phone call with Linda and it felt like I had never left. I will miss you, Dear Friend.

A piece of my heart has gone with Linda. She touched so many; always had a smile and a hug, even when she was sick. Her outlook on life was truly inspiring. I will always picture her riding in the wind on her beautiful Black Magic Glide. John, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Rev 21:4

I first met Linda eight years ago, at the beginning of my own cancer journey. She took me under her wing, and held my hand through it all. She introduced me to "Pink Links" and gave me the courage to face the challenges ahead of me.

Linda was amazing! When her cancer recurred, she continued to demonstrate the hope that she inspired, she never wavered!

My life would not have been as rich without her in it. I count myself lucky to have been able to call her my friend.

The world is a better place because Linda was in it. She will be missed by so many.

To borrow this closing from Linda...
Love and Always Hope,
Marian

Linda was one of those people that when you met her (and John), it felt like you had known them forever. Her spirit and enthusiasm, her courage and her bright disposition made being around her, whatever the event, fun and exciting. She was instrumental in getting us to look outside ourselves, and inspired us join in the fight against that horrible disease that ended up taking her from us. It will not be the disease, or her fight against it that defines Linda in us though, it will always be her loving heart. I'm sure her spirit will be with us forever.

From the first time we saw you and John we knew you would be great friends. However, we did not know that we would love you both like family as we do now.

Missing you my good friend. Ed

John and family,

My heart goes out to you. Linda was an incredible person that will never be forgotten. I met her in 2004 on the Amazon Heart ride. I was drawn to her fun loving personality and she will be greatly missed.

Her smile will always shine in your hearts.

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

Our lives are much richer for knowing Linda. We will miss here smile, humor and courage. May the ride in heaven be as great as it was on earth.

Dear Linda, my friend. We shared rooms and laughs on the Changing Gears ride from Sydney to Brisbane in 2005. We celebrated your 50th birthday and had some amazing good times. I remember you with a tear but also a smile for all the good memories.
With love -

When I met Linda there was not getting around that great big incredible smile! A group of us went to the California HOG rally and she was so inspiring! Linda's warmth,radiance and compassion,will for ever be missed! Linda was an inspiration to me as well as many other Lady riders. I know that right now you ride in the heavens! Miss you

there are no words to express how much i will miss linda. i am so thankful that she was part of my life and i am forever changed for the better because of her. she is an inspiration to cancer survivors and fighters everywhere. i can only hope that i would find half the courage, grace, strength and humor she possessed if ever faced with a similar diagnosis. the world has lost one of it's brightest lights.

I had the great honor and privilege of being one of Linda's hospice nurses. The love so obviously shared between Linda and John was something to behold. She's touched the lives of so many, including mine. Rest well, Linda...and may God comfort your family through their grief.

The first thing you noticed about Linda was her beautiful smile. But after getting to know her, you realized that the beauty truly radiated from within. We also met Linda through San Gabriel Valley HOGs just a few years ago - but soon felt we had known her much longer. She is greatly missed. Our thoughts are with her family, and we pray that they find peace and comfort in their wonderful memories of Linda.

I met Linda on the first day of school in the 3rd grade. We were best friends. She was a beautiful person. I will miss her smile, her kindness, her sense of humor, her laughter and her big heart. Our bond was very strong. Linda you were brave to the end. You will always be in my heart. I love you my best friend. R.I.P.

All I can see is Linda Smiling down at us, R.I.P. Linda, you will always be remembered and appreciated for all you did.You will be an angel to many!

I met Linda as a member of the San Gabriel Valley HOG Chapter. Linda brought so much enthusiasm to the Chapter. She was an inspiration to many of our Lady Riders in the group today. She was always looking for ways to improve the chapter and to get more people involved. I will miss Linda riding along or leading us as a group. May your Harley bell give you your wings and I hope you are riding the Highways in Heaven.

Linda was a very special part of our lives. Words alone can not truly portray the beauty that was Linda. There will always be an emptiness in our hearts. We will miss the way she always lit up a room with her radiant smile. Her courage and determination to live her life to the fullest was an inspiration to all. She will forever be missed.

Linda always had a way of cheering and inspiring everyone she met. Many cancer patients are alive today because of the hope she gave them. She will certainly be missed by everyone that knew her.