Linda Pfenning

1947 - 2023

Linda Pfenning
September 7, 1947 - August 21, 2023
Vancouver, Washington - It is with sadness that we share the passing of Linda Diane Pfenning. Linda passed peacefully on Monday August 21st, 2023 in Vancouver, Washington with family by her side.
She was born in San Diego, California on September 07, 1947 to Ludwig and Ruby Pfenning. She grew up in Long Beach, California. Linda graduated from Washington State University with a BA in English in 1969. She was a member of the Alpha Delta Pi Sorority. She earned her Master's degree in English from the University of Southern California in 1975.
Linda was married in 1969 to Dean Lakin, who preceded her in death. In 1979 she moved to Richland, WA where she taught at Richland High School until her retirement in 2002. She then continued working for Dade Moeller & Associates Inc. as a technical editor until 2012.
Linda enjoyed many years of international travel, time at her cabin, reading countless books and knitting were among her favorite pastime pursuits.
Due to a stroke in 2016, Linda relocated to Vancouver, WA to be closer to family. We wish to thank Felida Lodge Senior Living staff for the excellent care provided for Linda. While Linda had her health challenges, she enjoyed her time with family and friends.
She is survived by cousins, Donna (Pfenning) Tetrault of Ridgefield, WA, Barbara (Pfenning) Simpson of Portland, OR and their families along with countless friends.
She was deeply loved and will be missed.
Graveside services for Linda will be Friday September 22nd at 12:00 at Sunset Memorial Park in Portland, OR
Arrangements by Finley Sunset Hills Mortuary.
Fond Memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.finleysunsethills.com for the Pfenning family.