Linda L. Howe
Linda L Howe, age 77, of Quincy, IL, died on Feb 27, 2025 in her home. She was born on March 30, 1947 in Quincy, IL, the daughter of Fred and Esther (Dieker) Willer. She married Greg Howe on August 26, 1967. He preceded her in death on September 26, 2023.
Linda was a Registered Nurse at the former St. Mary’s Hospital and Blessing Hospital, retiring after 50 years of service. Proud member and volunteer at St Edwards Parish, enjoyed cooking for breakfast and dinner. Linda enjoyed playing softball for the ‘Anchor’ team. Linda was a member of the 4H, playing softball and showing cattle. She was a member of the Ladies of the Shrine for the Ansar Temple. She was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels and the Catholic Ladies of Charity. She was also a teacher’s aide in Mendon with the 1st Grade. Linda also enjoyed her gardening, bonfires and ‘Quincy’ the cat. She was proud of the fact that she was affectionately known as ‘Gingle’ by her great-grandchildren.
Linda is survived by: HER CHILDREN: Kim Lawrence of Quincy and Darin Howe (Shae) of Denver, NC
GRANDCHILDREN: Zachary Carstens (Sydney), Olivia Howe, Jillian Howe and Cameron Howe.
GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN: Turner and Knoll Carstens.
SIBLINGS: Geraldine Oliver of Visalia, CA, George Willer of Quincy, IL, Karen Tullis (Roscoe) of Lake Havasu, CA, Lawana Goehl (Jim) of Fowler, IL, Marlene Rose (Charles) of Quincy, IL, Carol Brennan (Mike) of Quincy, IL, Shelly Steinkamp of Quincy, IL.
SISTER-IN-LAW: Nikki McCleary (Darin).
Numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.
Linda was preceded in death by her husband Greg, her parents and a brother Frederick John Willer, a sister-in-law: Suzanne Willer.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 9:45 AM in the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM in St. Edward Catholic Church in Mendon. Interment in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 3, 2025 from 4:00 until 7:00 PM at the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home in Quincy. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Edward Catholic Church, Shriners Children’s Hospital, St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Quincy Notre Dame or to the Blessing Foundation for Hospice. The Duker & Haugh Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
You have my deepest sympathy. Linda was a strong woman who loved her family and the life they had built for themselves. May the angels lead her into Paradise.
We are remembering Linda as she walked the halls of St. Mary Hospital leaving her footprints on the St. Mary Hospital legacy.
As a nurse she shared her caring through the assurance of her smile and the tenderness of her touch and the compassion in her voice.
The St. Mary Hospital community sends our deepest sympathy to Linda’s family, friends and co-workers.
St. Mary Hospital Friends
Well Kid, glad you have been reunited with your boyfriend Greg. I am sure you both are celebrating in paradise. May memories comfort your friends and family. There are so many wonderful ones.
Linda was a wonderful lady and very fun to be with she will be missed
She was a truly great nurse with a gentle touch and caring attitude. She had an infectious smile and laugh. Heartfelt condolences to her family, may her memory always be a beautiful blessing.
Great neighbor ,friend,classmate and occasional high school date. Wonderful person. I’m sure she has a lofty place in heaven
Aunt Linda you lived life as it should be lived. You will be missed but not forgotten. You raised wonderful kids and they have passed that on to their families. Thank you for giving us such wonderful memories and stories we can share about you. God bless you and your family.
Andy Tullis Family
She was a great nurse! Knew her from St. Mary’s and saw her at Blessing also. A very caring person!
I worked with Linda in the ER at Blessing. She was an amazing nurse; hard working and always had a smile on her face. It was a joy to have known her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and loved ones as they mourn the loss of someone so dear 🙏
🙏 Sending our love, prayers and deepest sympathy to you and the Willer family. May God’s peace be with you and may His Grace comfort you now and always. May the Angels of God watch over you forever.
So sorry for your loss. I remember her from St. Mary’s. Such a wonderful person and a great nurse.
Kim, so sorry for your loss. Your mom was quite a character with a zest for life. Peace to you and yours.
Kim and Darin,
I am so sorry to hear about your mother. She loved you both so very much. I will pray that God gives you the strength you need in the difficult times ahead, and that HE fills your hearts with only the great memories you created, and shared with, your mother. God Bless.