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Linda Alexander Obituary

Linda K. Alexander, 76, of 3514 Westview Drive, died Thursday, May 30, 2019, at Blessing Hospital.

She was born Sept. 27, 1942, in Quincy, the daughter of Howard and Maydalee (Requet) Meehan. Linda was a graduate of Quincy Senior High School. She married Brian Alexander on Oct. 24, 1964. He survives.

Linda and Brian met at Scotties Roller Rink on Seminary Road and enjoyed 55 years of a loving marriage. Linda worked as a cook at Adams Elementary School for 22 years.

They were avid campers and enjoyed many trips with Shirley and Neil Rellim, lifelong friends.

Linda hosted all family holiday dinners. She loved cooking and baking and really enjoyed her grandkids. She was the rock of her family and always made everyone feel welcome in her home.

The family would like to thank the nurses and CNAs of the third and sixth floors at Blessing Hospital for making Linda feel comfortable, safe and loved during her final journey.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by two children, Brenda Berter of Quincy and Cindy Alexander of Seattle; four grandchildren, Avery Berter; Dakota Windland (Suzanne), Austin Windland (Megan Parrish) and Chevi Windland; siblings including Denny Meehan (Sandy) and Cathi Kroner (Mark); and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents; and siblings, Marlene Johnson and Eddie Meehan.

Cremation rites have been accorded. No formal services are planned at this time. Memorials may be made to the Blessing Cancer Center. Duker and Haugh Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

Condolences may be expressed online at whig.com.

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Published by Herald-Whig from Jun. 2 to Jun. 4, 2019.

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Bradley Requet

June 3, 2019

I was notified this past weekend of the passing of my cousin, by another cousin.

To the Family:
I am sorry for the loss of a loved one. It's been many years since our family had made a trip up there. I know that when we used to have the family gatherings, staying in touch, was a beautiful thing. As time flies by, and we lose many members of our family, know that there were a lot of good memories that are still inside our hearts, in my heart. When I was a kid, and my Parents (Bill and Shirley), made our journeys up there to visit, we always got around to see everyone. With all the kids from our Parents side, which I know there are many, I do keep in touch with some, but not all, which is unfortunate. Our lives are busy in todays world, and we have our lives to live, just wish, there was time in the day to make those trips still...May God Bless the family of Linda, and all the family members with the loss of our loved one.... Prayers to you all...

June 2, 2019

Brenda,
We are thinking of you and your family. So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. Prayers that you have peace in your memories.
Ray and Sue Archer

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May 31, 2019

To family and friends
My heart and prayers are with the family during this time of bereavement. Share the happier days with family and friends, and call on the God of Tender Mercy for strength and a peaceful future. Please accept his comfort, Isaiah 40:29

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