Linda K. Berger

1939 - 2022

Linda K. (Chandler) Berger, 82, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, died March 15, 2022.

She was born Dec. 27, 1939, in Rising Sun, Indiana. After graduating from Nappanee High School, Nappanee, Indiana, Linda earned a bachelor of science degree from Indiana State Teachers College, Terre Haute, Indiana.

Linda married Edwin A. Berger – the love of her life and high school sweetheart – in 1961.

While Ed was in medical school in Kirksville, Missouri, Linda taught high school English in Ottumwa, Iowa. She continued teaching in Tulsa, Oklahoma, as Ed began his family practice there. She was at Booker T. Washington High School, Tulsa, 1968-1972. She then became an adjunct instructor in communications at the University of Tulsa for 15 years – later joining Ed in his office as assistant office manager.

Linda and Ed were volunteers with Tulsa Global Alliance in the 80's, escorting many foreign visitors on their exchange programs in Tulsa. Linda was president of the Tulsa Osteopathic Auxiliary 1982-1984.

Life with Ed was a constant adventure as they enjoyed many shared pastimes – boating and fishing on Lake Tenkiller, golfing, gardening, anything outdoors, reading, and traveling the world as they visited all 50 states and 56 countries on six continents. The history, art, culture and landscape made each trip a rare adventure. The best of them all was Tulsa – the city they fell in love with in 1965 on their first visit. They supported many arts, sports and community projects during their 50-plus years there.

Linda was predeceased by her husband Edwin A. Berger, D.O. She is survived by sister Dr. Karen C. Day, Denton, Texas; brothers-in-law Jesse Berger (Amy), Nappanee, Indiana; Wayne Berger (Judy), Ohio and Florida; nephews Dr. Dan Berger (Judy), Doug Berger (Mindy), Nick Day (Jennifer); nieces Alexia (Shaun) Haywood, Jeanne Berger and Mindy (Rob) Tanzola. She is also survived by great-nephews Logan, Hudson and Owen; and great-nieces Melissa, Kate, Natalie and Isla.

No service is planned. Donations may be made to Planned Parenthood, Pancreatic Cancer research, Tulsa Community Foundation or charity of your choice.