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Linda “Lindy” Kay Wilberding
Linda “Lindy” Kay Wilberding
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Linda “Lindy” Wilberding Obituary
She was born in St Johns, Michigan on May 23, 1945, the daughter of John and Mary Jane Ochis. She was predeceased by brother John "Butch" Ochis, Jr., and sisters Joyce Knight and Mary Lou Gorsline. Surviving are her two sisters, Deb and Bill French and Phyllis "Honey" Ochis and Les Koren.
Lindy married Lester Francis Wilberding on August 26, 1967. She spent 20 years working as a civilian for the Michigan National Guard while living in Dewitt, Michigan before moving to Trilogy in La Quinta, CA in 2006.
She is survived by her loving husband Lester, son Jason and wife Dolly, son Aaron and wife Gina, and daughter Lesly Combs and husband Scott; her grandchildren Ben (21) and Luke (18) Wilberding and Hunter (7), Kennedy (5) and Paige (5) Combs.
Lindy was the life of the party, whether at a small bridge night or large church group function, you knew she was in the room! Her infectious laugh and self-deprecating sense of humor left an indelible impression on all those who met "Lucky Lindy."
She loved to go shopping with her sisters and children and could never pass up a "Deal." She relished every holiday as an opportunity to decorate the house and spread the magic. Christmas was a complete takeover with every inch of the house in full regalia.
From Casinos to cruises, bowling to bocce ball, games to giggles, Lindy savored every minute spent with her family, friends and especially her grandchildren.
She met the King of her heart and love of her Life, Les over 55 years ago and they approached life in the only way Lindy knew…with passion!
Memorial Services will be held at 10a Friday, April 22, 2022 at St. Francis of Assisi in La Quinta, CA. A party in true Lindy fashion will follow at Trilogy Clubhouse, 60-750 Trilogy Parkway, La Quinta, CA.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to WomenHeart.org in honor of Lindy Wilberding to help prevent the misdiagnosis and inadequate treatment of women with heart disease
44 Entries
Deloris Sylvester
February 24, 2025
Such great memories Lindy. May you rest in peace. DeeDee
Lois S
December 12, 2023
The sad irony of losing Lindy to heart disease is that she had big heart for all of us who knew and loved her.
Forever missed.
Rachel
February 14, 2023
We miss you Lindy. Casino days not the same. Caroline is with you enjoy your time together. Love you my friend
Beatrice Tomasek Wollam
October 10, 2022
Linda was a classmate from grade one (St Joseph Catholic School) to high school. She was always lots of fun, and I am glad to hear she lived her whole life that way.
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Rachel Paciolla
September 1, 2022
Lindy you are missed by all your dear friends at Trilogy. You are still with us at every game we play. RIP dear friend. Johnny and Rachel
Rosette and Stanley Kivel
August 31, 2022
We were sorry to hear of Lindy´s passing. Our love and sympathy to Les and family.
Randy and Kathy Schafer
April 24, 2022
We are so sorry to hear the news about Lindy's passing. She was always the life of the party, wasn't she? We're sure you have a lot of great memories. We remember playing cards with you guys, seeing you two at Saint Jude's, and at Cursillo. We will keep you in our prayers during this difficult time.
Shirley Diers
April 24, 2022
Les, Lesly, Aaron, Jason and rest of family,
My very sincere sympathy to you all in the loss of Lindy. Let hope and fond memories prevail! Love, Shirley Diers
Kanon & Lesli Koontz
April 22, 2022
Sorry, we are not able to make the Celebration of life, from everything we have heard of your mom, we know it will truly be a great celebration of a life lived and loved to the fullest.
Javier and Martha Plascencia
April 20, 2022
Our deepest condolences, Les and to your family.
We pray for peace and comfort be with you and your family.
Javier & Martha
Victoria Curtiss
April 20, 2022
Lester, so sorry to hear you've lost your dear Lindy. Prayers for her soul. Prayers to ease your pain.
Love, Vicki
Stacy & Kathy Caudell & Savina Kyrola
April 19, 2022
Our Deepest Sympathy in the loss of Linda. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in special memories.
Tony, Lisa and Frances Garcia
April 15, 2022
Lindy was a wonderful, funny and welcoming woman. She always made us feel welcome at your family gatherings. We enjoyed her very much and will miss her. We are thinking of you all and praying for peace and strength to get you through this difficult time.
Liz Green
April 14, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family. I am sure Lindy is smiling down on the love you are all sharing about her.
Liz Green
Angela (Wilberding) Maki
April 13, 2022
I have so many wonderful memories of fun times with our sister-in-law Lindy, but I think our trip to New York City with her sister Honey stands out above all of them. What a great time we had!! Heaven will be a lot more fun now that Lindy is there too!!
Jim and Jean Labaugh
April 11, 2022
So sorry about Linda !! We will miss her, our little angel who always had a time for everyone.
I guess God wanted our Angel in Heaven! God is Love!!
Kathy Chick
April 11, 2022
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. May the love and support of friends and family be with you during this time.
Norma Rivas
April 10, 2022
I´m so sorry for your loss. I pray that you and your family will find comfort through this difficult time.
Chris Melton
April 10, 2022
I am so very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies and condolences to Lester, Jason, Aaron, Lesly, and the entire Wilberding family and extended family. May Lindy rest in peace
Hope Elliot and Jack Hradesky
April 9, 2022
Our deep heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with Lindy and all her family. She was a most special person who blessed our life and those around her. We loved her the moment we met her. She always made us laugh. May strength, courage and peace be with Les and his family.
Lynn Smilow
April 9, 2022
I first met Lindy at Trilogy Game Club. So true that she was such a fun loving and friendly lady. Will forever be grateful to her for teaching us Mahjong. We´ll miss you Lindy! Peace and comfort to her family.
Rachel Paciolla
April 9, 2022
Prayers to Lindy´s wonderful family. We will miss her and all of our fun days together. Lindy was always ready "to go". We love you Lindy.
Gwen and Brian Folmer
April 9, 2022
Such fond memories I have of Lindy welcoming us to her home to play L--R-C when we were new to Trilogy. She was kind, warm, giving and such fun whenever we met. Trilogy will miss all she gave to our community and her big smile and infectious laugh! We send our sympathy to the Wilberding family.
Brunner Family
April 9, 2022
You are in our thoughts and prayers and deepest sympathy and she will be missed.
Ruth McClish
April 9, 2022
Sorry to hear about Lindy passing
Candy Case
April 9, 2022
So sorry for your loss!
Barbara Jones Cox
April 9, 2022
So sorry for Lindy's family for their loss. I grew up with Lindy and have so many great memories as you can imagine. I'm so sad she is gone, I just thought she would be here forever. Rest in peace my friend.
Doug and Kathy Maki
April 9, 2022
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family!! May your special memories warm your hearts in this time of sorrow,
Sharon Vitek
April 8, 2022
Lindy was a beautiful person and a great friend. Many great memories. I am so terribly sorry for your loss.
Chris Glazier Leavitt
April 8, 2022
So sorry to hear about Lindy. She was a great person, wonderful babysitter, and not afraid of German Shepard´s. Prayers and Sent to the family.
Marcia Schaeffer
April 8, 2022
I am so sorry to hear about Lindy. I have missed plaint cards with her and Les since they made the move to California. I always had such a good time with them even as far back as babysitting for them when the lived in Lansing.
Jodi Hatherly
April 8, 2022
So sorry for your loss! With Les being my Godfather, Lindy always held a special place in my heart. Her bright light will be missed by all.
Jack and Janice Woodman
April 8, 2022
We are so sorry to hear of Lindy´s passing. When we lived at Trilogy we would spend evenings with her and Les having dinner and playing pinochle. She was an excellent hostess and we always had so much fun together. We send our deepest sympathies to Les and the rest of their family. May God grant you strength and peace in your time of grief.
Cheryl Lowe
April 8, 2022
SO Sorry for the Loss of Lindy My Sincere Çondolences go out to her family. I went to school with Lindy. She was SO much Fun to be around RIP Lindy. Heaven will welcome her and she'll keep everyone laughing
Patti Allen
April 8, 2022
I was lucky to meet Lindy at all of Shirley Diers'
neighborhood parties. Lindy was always warm,
outgoing and fun. I am so very sorry for her
loss . God be with you to lift you up through these
difficult times.
Adriana de la Parra
April 8, 2022
My deepest condolences sending love and prayers. I'm so blessed to have met Linda. May she rest in peace Heaven is now a little sweeter and a lot more lively
Lucy Dionise Platte
April 8, 2022
My sincere condolences to your family. Through my dear friend, Elfreda, I got to meet most of the Wilberding sibling and spouses years ago. I remember particularly how full of life and fun Lindy was.
May God give all of you strength during this sorrowful time and may Lindy rest in the arms of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Larry and Bella Maestas
April 8, 2022
We met lindy at her home in california. She welcomed us and fixed us a wonderful dinner while les made us steaks. We will never forget you and your generosity and sweet smile.
Crystal Maneval (Kasper)
April 8, 2022
Lindy´s family please know how much I loved her. We were friends in high school and had lots of fun memories. She was blessed with the most beautiful and infectious smile and laugh. She will brighten heavens doors. Thank you Lindy for touching my life.
Uncle Jim Aunt Sue Moeggenberg
April 8, 2022
We are so sadded by the loss of a wonderful caring Loving Niece! We will miss her fun spirit Our thoughts and Prayers are with Lester and family of Lindy
Lois & Rudi
April 8, 2022
She will be forever missed.
43 years a loyal, trusted friend.
We were blessed.
Sharon Baulch
April 8, 2022
I am so sad to hear of Lindy´s passing. She was always so much fun to be around. My sympathy goes out to all the family.
Denis Prisk
April 8, 2022
I´m so saddened to hear of Lindy´s passing. Sincere condolences to her entire family. Love to you all!
Lisa Andrews-Garcia
April 8, 2022
I am so saddened by the loss of Lindy. She always made me feel very welcome at Wilburdink family functions. She always had a warm smile for me and I connected with her immediately. Right away I could tell that she was "my people". She was extremely down to earth. I know she will be missed tremendously by her family. My condolences. You are all on my mind and have been for the last few weeks. I´m sending you much love and sympathy.
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