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Linda Huling Obituary

Linda Smith Huling departed this life on March 15, 2006 at Duke University Hospital after a courageous struggle with cancer. She leaves to cherish her memory her devoted husband of 12 years, Chip Huling. Linda was a loving mother and friend to Ian Huling, Chandler Huling, and Zoe Rose Huling. She is also survived by her parents, Dorothy and Alan Smith; her brother, Mark Smith; as well as many other caring family and friends. Linda was born March 12, 1957 in Niagara Falls, New York and was a graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology. She resided in Richmond, Virginia and was employed by Phillip Morris USA for 26 years as a professional graphics artist. She held patents in packaging design and was a member of several national and international printing and packaging professional organizations. Linda was a longtime member of St. Matthias Episcopal Church in Midlothian where she taught Sunday school. A memorial service will be held at St. Matthias Episcopal Church, 11300 Huguenot Rd, on Tuesday, March 21, 2006 at 12 noon and a reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Dr. Jennifer Garst, Lung Cancer Research Program, Duke University Medical Center, Box 3198 Morris Blvd, Durham, N.C. 27710.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Mar. 18 to Mar. 19, 2006.

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Scott Silvester

March 28, 2006

Dear Chip, Ian, Chandler & Zoe,

It was my distinct pleasure knowing and serving Linda during her life, these past eight years. She was always cheerful and kind in all my encounters with her, even when her treatments left her with(I only imagine)unbearable nausea. I admired her positive attitude and I will miss her as a client and I know you will miss her as a Wife, Mother & freind. Just know that you, your family are in our prayers and are on our minds.

In Her Memory,

Scott S.

Holly and Robert Miles

March 24, 2006

Dear Chip and Family - Robert and I were very surprised and saddened to hear of Linda's passing. It has been many years since we have seen you both, but we have fond memories of sharing time with you. Our hearts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May all your memories be happy and bring a smile to your faces when you think of Linda. Take care...Holly and Robert

Z. Michelle Hughes

March 21, 2006

Chip--

my heart just dropped when I heard the news of Linda's passing. Although it has been many years since I worked with you both in Packaging services, here at Philip Morris,Linda's sweet face,soft voice and her genuine gratefulness whenever I assisted her will never be forgotten. Truly an Angel passed this way and God shared her with us for a season. May God's love and grace sustain you, Ian, Chandler and Zoe in your greatest hour of despair. I will continue to pray for your strength and pray that the love and peace of God overshadow you always.

Stephanie Mitchell

March 21, 2006

Chip, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Seeing the beautiful pictures in your office, I know that you and your family have many great memories to share and treasure. May God bless you all.

Theresa Warner

March 21, 2006

Chip

I am so sorry to hear about Linda,

I know how much you loved and are going to miss her. I am so glad you have Zoe, she will be your happiness on the saddest of days.

I miss you and I am praying for you. I only knew Linda through our

conversations, but because she was your wife, I know she had to have been a wonderful lady. I am so glad

that you were able to take the time and be the one taking care of her, that will help you in healing and give some comfort to know what a wonderful gift you gave her. She gave you the gift of a loving daughter and you gave her the most

thoughtful gift of all, gentle caring hands. You were there for her and you should feel very proud

of yourself.

Zoe

I am sorry about your mother, I can only imagine how you feel right now. Your Daddy is a

wonderful caring person and he is going to be there for you, talk to him and share what you are feeling with him and he will guide you and help you through this. I hope you enjoy the

gift certificate. Have fun shopping

Jerri Whiteman

March 21, 2006

Dear Chip and family, Just want you to know I'm thinking of you and so very saddened by your loss. Knowing how thankful you are to have had Linda in your lives for even this short time and that her love and grace will be with you forever, and with the love of family and friends, you will get through this. With all my love, Jerri

Roger Slagle

March 20, 2006

Dear Chip and family,



Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. Linda will be remembered by all who were fortunate enough to have known her and worked with her. May your faith sustain and comfort you, and we pray that God will guide you and strengthen you as a family.



Roger and Amy Slagle

Henry and Deatrice Taliaferro

March 20, 2006

Our very deepest sympathy to Chip, Ian, Chandler and Zoe. Our hearts are sadden to know that we did not get a chance to say Good bye to Linda. Linda was a kind neighbor and the kids are always talking about the many acts of kindness she displayed. Tj still talks about taking Roses to Linda and the twins treasure the days of playing with Zoe in the backyard. Mieko is still telling story about Zoe and her adventures. We love you all very much. It took our family a long time to look across the street and wonder when you would be coming back. We will always treasure our friendship and we will keep you all in heart and prayers. May God bless you and keep you in his loving arms as you walk this road. Love, Henry, Dee, Mieko TJ Andrea and Mariah.

Melinda Strong(Chism)

March 20, 2006

Dear Chip and family: My deepest sympathy for your loss. I have many wonderful memories of Linda and my mom (Vivian) that will always make me smile. She will be truly missed.

Ron & Arnika Hoover

March 20, 2006

Dear Chip and Zoe,



Our deepest sympathy goes out to the both of you and your family. We know this has been a long and tough battle. Keep your spirits high..God will always be watching over you and help heal and guide you to a brighter future. You'll be in our thoughts and prayers.

James Wrenn

March 20, 2006

My thoughts and prayers go out to Linda's family. We (Philip Morris) will truly miss Linda as a colleague and especially as a friend.

Laura Chisari

March 20, 2006

Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers.



With all of our love,

Lou, Laura, John, Ken and your friends at Marinelli Communications

Joel Branch

March 20, 2006

May God comfort you and your family.

Leighann Quarles

March 20, 2006

Not only was Linda a beloved mother and wife - but she was a friend and coworker to many. Her friends and coworkers at Philip Morris will miss her presence deeply. May God bless your family with healing during this time of loss.

Angela, Bob, Megan & Allison Greenlee

March 20, 2006

Dear Chip, Zoe and Family,

We extend our deepest heartfelt sympathy. May Linda's memory bring you comfort.

Pam Moore

March 20, 2006

Chip and family,

My thoughts have been with you since hearing of Linda's condition. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I have very fond memories of working and being with Linda. I will always remember her as a caring and compassionate person. We will hold hands forever as we did in life. My prayers are with you and your family. She truly will be missed by her friends in Packaging Services.

Robert & Eileen McCarthy

March 20, 2006

Our deepest sympathy to Chip, Zoe', Dot & Al. Our prayers are with you. Bob & Eileen McCarthy, New Bern

Wendy Mason

March 20, 2006

Dear Chip & Zoe:

I pray that you will surrond yourself with family and friends for support. I pray that Linda's faith and stregnth live in you.

Christine and Melissa

March 20, 2006

Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. May God's loving light be with you now and always! We love you!

Vivian & Dick Gailey

March 20, 2006

Dear Chip & Zoe: We want you and all of your family to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We will cherish all the wonderful memories we've shared through the years. Please know that God has a new angel in his midst and that she will never suffer again. Much Love, Vivian & Dick Gailey

Anje Wright ( @ PM)

March 20, 2006

To Chip & Zoey;

The road ahead will be hard but with the love of the Lord and your memories of Linda will make things better.



To Zoey - Remember your mom loved you with all of her heart and soul and that she lives in you each day. Be blessed my child. I will keep you and your dad in my prayers.

Katey Schwind

March 20, 2006

Chip, Zoe, and family,

i am so sorry about linda. she was like another mother to me through the years i babysat Zoe. i miss you guys so much and wish i could have said goodbye. i miss her and you guys so much. love to the family

~katey schwind

Brian & Doris Foster

March 19, 2006

Chip,

So sorry to hear about Linda, our thoughts and prayer are with you and your family.

God Bless you all,

ann padgett

March 19, 2006

My deepest sympathy to your family. I have such fond memories of being with Linda during Sunday school. I can picture Zoe's sweet face and Linda's loving care and help during our lessons together. She will be missed by her family at St. Matthias.

Alice Chmaj

March 19, 2006

Dear Chip, Zoe and family,

We were deeply saddened and surprised to hear of Linda's passing. Our heartfelt wish is that all the cherished memories of Linda will eventually bring inner peace and make her seem still very close to you.

Love,

Uncle Dennie & Aunt Allie

Debra Copeletti

March 19, 2006

Dear Chip and Zoe,

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you both. Linda was a very special woman and had so much love for both of you. You were her life and I know she was yours. I miss her deeply and will always remember her as a wonderful, giving person that it was an honor to know. One of my best thoughts was of sharing photos of our new "old" houses and that you moved and renovated an "oldie but goodie" yourselves. Keep doing that, it was something she loved!

I added a photo to the gallery of Linda and me at the CMG confernece she attended in Fall of 2004. We had a great time together but she missed Zoe and you so much and couldn't wait to get howme. Chip, now she is home....with our Lord...free from pain and illness. We will miss her everyday but she is truly at peace...know that.

With love and sympathy.

Debby Copeletti

Linda and Deb Copeletti at CMG confernce Fall 2004

March 19, 2006

Les and Kathy Herbert

March 19, 2006

Dear Chip,Zoe,Al and Dot,

Our hearts go out to you all. You will continue to be in our prayers in the coming weeks. We arehere if and when you need someone to listen etc. God will give you the strength and courage to go on when you ask Him.

Love from everyone at Emmanuel

Nicole Contreras

March 19, 2006

Chip,

I am deeply sorry to hear about Linda. My thoughts are with you in this difficult time.

Sincerely,

Nicole Petrow Contreras

Vivian Cox

March 19, 2006

To Chip and all of Linda's dear family, My thoughts and prayers have been with you since hearing of Linda's conditon back at the beginning. Be comforted in knowing she is now healed and enjoying the eternal blessings and fellowship with God and with peace!



Vivian Cox

Michael Fitzgerald

March 19, 2006

Chip & Family:

At this very sad time, please remember our caring thoughts and prayers are with you and may this help in some small way to ease the sorrow that you bear..

Sharon Bowker

March 19, 2006

Chip,



Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are deeply sorry for your loss.

Charlie Bell

March 18, 2006

Carolyn and I want to offer our depest sympathies and prayers to Chip and the Huling family. God blesses all of us in different ways, we have to trust His judgement and understand that He has plans for Linda in His Kingdom.

Skip & Sheila Carsten

March 18, 2006

Chip,

Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult of times.

Your Friends,

Laura Chrusciel

March 18, 2006

My very deepest sympathy to Chip and their daughter. My favorite quote of all times is "If God Brings You To It, He Will Bring You Through It. I truly believe that to be true. Take time, grieve but know that she is in much better hands now home with God. Please Chip know that your friends and coworkers are all here for you and your family. Call on us if you need anything.

Beverly Nicola

March 18, 2006

My thoughts and prayers have been with Linda all these many months of her illness. I think we were all praying for a miracle. My heart goes out to you Chip and to Zoe. Linda was a devoted mother to Zoe. You could just see the love between them. How fitting that Linda got to see Zoe play Mary in the Christmas pagent. I'll always remember Linda a cute little blonde with lots of energy, smart in her profession and a zest for living. She always had a warm smile for everyone. We will miss her.

Marilyn Spainhour

March 18, 2006

The employees of Treofan America send our sincere sympathy to the family of Linda Huling. She was a pleasure to work with throughout the years.



Our thoughts and prayers are with her family during this difficult time.

Carl Downey

March 18, 2006

My prayers go out to Chip and the family. God never puts more on a person than they can bare. So Keep the Faith for Linda's memorys will never die.

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