William "Bill" Lindblom

1952 - 2025

William "Bill" David Lindblom, age 72, of West Lafayette, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. He was the son of William and Barbara Lindblom of Detroit, Michigan. To understand his life is to know this: he was a defender. A protector. A father to the fatherless. A man whose love wasn't performative or polished, but real, honest, and unwavering. If you were hurting, he found you. If you were hiding, he reached out. If you were lost, he pointed you home. For 39 years, he served as the Chief Investigator in the Tippecanoe County Public Defender's Office-not just doing a job, but carrying the burdens of others with quiet strength and unwavering compassion. He approached every case with a deep sense of justice and a commitment to uncovering the truth, often standing in the gap for those who had no one else in their corner. Before that, he served his country in the U.S. Air Force and later worked at Charter Hospital, Child Protective Services, and Cary Home for Children-where he met the love of his life, Tammey. They served side-by-side as house parents for six years, building a life rooted in sacrificial love and a shared calling to care for those in need of hope, direction, and someone who truly believed in them. He didn't just believe in justice-he lived it. But not in the way that makes headlines. He lived it in quiet conversations, in groceries left on doorsteps, in jobs given to those who couldn't find one, in a home that was always open. He could read people like an open book and, without judgment, speak the kind of hard truth that reminded you that you were made for more. He never asked anyone to be someone else-only to be who God created them to be. He engaged his faith with his whole mind, living out the words of Micah 6:8: to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God. He showed us what pure religion is: to care for orphans and widows in their distress (James 1:27). He was kind, strong-willed, loving, dry-humored, and-depending on the day-a little argumentative. He never missed a game, whether it was his kids', grandkids', or even a stranger's little league team at a random field. He loved Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy, and classic shows like The Andy Griffith Show. He gave extravagant, thoughtful gifts, loved deep conversations, and always kept you guessing: Was he joking? But most of all, he was present. Always. He didn't just show up for his family-he shaped them. He loved without conditions, raised without pressure, and served without recognition. He lived his life as a covering for others, and his legacy is this: he bore burdens until the end. He loved until the end. He protected until the end. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 47 years, Tammey; their children, Josh (Aurielle) Lindblom and Caitlin (Mark) Walker; and his six grandchildren, whom he loved fiercely: Presley, Palmer, Murphy, Monroe, Saul, and River. He is also survived by his brother, Kit (Barbara) Lindblom. Each one carries forward the faith, integrity, and compassion he instilled. His game of hide-and-seek with death is over-and death did not win. He was found-by Light. By Life. By Jesus. And now, we believe the voice of the Father is speaking over him: "This is my son, whom I love. With him, I am well pleased." In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the charity of your choice in Bill's name. Visitation: Thursday, April 24 from 5:00–7:00 PM Funeral Service: Friday, April 25 at 11:00 AM Both will be held at Calvary Church, 310 Kalberer Road, West Lafayette, Indiana. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of William "Bill", please visit our floral store.