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BORN
1947
DIED
2026
Linda Edwards Obituary
Born in 1947, Linda grew up in the Skinker DeBaliviere neighborhood of St. Louis where she began her foray into the hijinks of life with her sisters Mary and Pat at St. Roch's School.
In her twenties she fell in love with Joe Edwards and in 1972 they opened Blueberry Hill Restaurant & Music Club which grew into an iconic St. Louis institution and kindled the revitalization of the Delmar Loop.
In 1986 she debuted her visually-dazzling corner window displays at Blueberry Hill, many with live performances. They ranged from holiday tours de force like "Trimming Santa's Tree" and "Easter Bunny's Kitchen" to off-the-wall concepts like "Rosemary's Baby Shower" and "The Terrifying Dentist's Chair on Halloween."
Her daughter Hope documented Linda's oeuvre in the book The Window Display Art of Linda Edwards at Blueberry Hill Restaurant & Music Club. Linda's creativity will perpetually shine from the coffee tables of fans everywhere.
Linda was a powerhouse of wit, irreverent humor, style, drama, love, and profound generosity. She was the life and soul of the party.
She will forever remain in the hearts of her family and friends, including husband Joe Edwards, daughters Christine and Hope Edwards, sons-in-law Lee Todorovich and Josh Sommovilla, sister Pat Kennedy, and lifelong friends Barb Dulick, MaryAnn Smith, and Carol Conway-Long.
Memories and Condolences
for Linda Edwards
17 Entries
Michael Hughes
February 24, 2026
I ran into Linda several years ago at the Starbucks on Forsyth. She recognized me as being in the class behind her at St. Roch´s School. And speaking of "being a powerhouse of irreverent humor, style and drama," Linda asked me why all the boys in my class had crushes on all the girls in her class. I was momentarily thrown off, and said "What?" but then I quickly realized Linda was correct, all the boys in my class thought that Linda and all the other girls in her class were so pretty. And speaking of "love and profound generosity," Linda donated to the Mount Grace Convent (Pink Sisters) in memory of my brother Marty when he passed away a little over a year ago, so I have returned the favor, asking the Pink Sisters to remember Linda and her family in their prayers
Stan Eichner
February 22, 2026
I was lucky enough to meet Linda in the early years of Blueberry Hill, being one of the first workers there. Linda and Joe brought me into their families and I always felt incredibly honored to be considered one of their friends. Sending deepest condolences to Joe, Hope and Christine. May Linda's memory be a blessing.
Barb Georges
February 21, 2026
Great memories of St.Roch and Nerinx. Her sister, Pat Kennedy was in my class. Walked past Blueberry Hill many times on way home -living on Washington. RIP. Barb Philpot Georges
Lucy Phillips Jewkes
February 21, 2026
She was a classmate of mine at Nerinx. We had lots of laughs together. She always had a place in my heart. RIP Linda.
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Mike and Marcy
February 19, 2026
Linda (and Joe) shared their home and meals with us when we were in a time of need, and we all laughed lots, often because of Linda's wit. She had class and, at the same time, was as down to earth as could be. Thoughtful. Adventurous. A blast. A great host and creator. The fun of many, many Club Bimbo parties can be traced to her (and Joe's) appreciation of life and willingness to share. Earth is a less vibrant place without Linda. She's irreplaceable.
Nancy Coughlin
February 19, 2026
So sorry to hear of this loss! I knew Linda and Pat from St. Rich´s and Nerinx. Fun and loving lady!
Jason Dulick
February 19, 2026
Great childhood memories and fun times at the Edwards House. My condolences to Joe, Hope, and Christine. Linda was a very dear friend to my Mom and a great person. We will continue to keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
May she rest in peace.
Roy Bell
February 18, 2026
My condolences to Joe, Hope and Christine. I think we enjoyed every moment we spent with her, especially, her sense of humor.
Liz Viviano Galie
February 18, 2026
You always went where I never dared. Loved you!
Mary Kennedy McDaniel
February 17, 2026
Dear Joe, Hope, and Christine,
I am so sorry for your loss, I remember Linda very well. I worked at Dr. Daniel Sullivan's office on Delmar for many years and you all were patients there. I remember Linda hated coming to the office and always asked if I would be with her during her appointment. She was so kind, she invited us to Blueberry Hill often for lunch,and once to see a Chuck Berry show in the duck room. I remember one time she asked if she could use this old pink dental chair Dr. Sullivan had in the basement at our dentist office in her window for a dental Halloween display. She wanted us all to act out a scene in her window too! That was so much fun. I still have the photo! I am the one with the short brown hair. I thought a lot of Linda, she was always so nice to me. I wish we could have kept in touch. I am so glad I got to meet her and be her friend. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Mary Kennedy McDaniel
Julie Condren Herbert
February 17, 2026
Many of my earliest childhood memories are of Linda and the rest of the Kennedy family from Pershing Ave and St Roch. May she rest in peace. My sympathy to her family.
Teresa Kitchens
February 17, 2026
Hands away from keyboard and just relax. Our friendship began almost 20 years ago when she wanted to learn how to use her Mac. I loved and respected her from the moment we met. I will miss you and never forget what you´ve taught me!
Carol
February 17, 2026
I'll see you around the corner, my dear friend,
Christy Fox
February 17, 2026
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Karel Bresch Disponett
February 17, 2026
Great memories of Linda. We went to both St Roch´s and Nerinx.
Very sad to hear of her passing. A funny, quirky, fun person to be around.
Frank & Lettie Cunetto
February 17, 2026
Our condolences to Joe, Hope and Christine. She was such a free spirit. Never to be forgotten.
Eileen P. Duggan
February 17, 2026
What a creative soul Linda was! And she was very funny. I loved my talks with her. She was one of a kind.
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