Linda Hallock Anderson

1940 - 2011

Linda Hallock Anderson obituary, 1940-2011

BORN

1940

DIED

2011

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West Des Moines, Iowa

Linda Anderson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 20, 2011.

Linda Elaine Hallock Anderson
West Des Moines, Iowa
Linda was born on October 21, 1940 in West Des Moines, Iowa to Ronald and Phyllis (Clegg) Hallock. She died Sunday, June 19, 2011 at Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines. Her visitation will be from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM on Thursday, June 23, 2011 at St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, 24th Street and Ashworth Road in West Des Moines. Her funeral service will be at 10:30 AM on Friday, June 24, 2011 at the church.
Growing up, Linda lived in Fairfield, Iowa, then Clinton, Iowa and back to Fairfield, as her father's jobs changed. The family moved to West Des Moines in 1955, and in 1958, Linda graduated from Valley High School. While there, she met Lawrence Anderson and the two were married on December 22, 1962, her parents 25th wedding anniversary.
She attended Mercy Hospital School of Nursing learning basic nursing and later, trained with her uncle, Dr. James Beal, learning medical laboratory procedures, in preparation for first job at Des Moines General Hospital. Later, she worked at Iowa Lutheran Hospital, retiring as a Unit Secretary in the hospital's Coronary Intensive Care Unit, in December, 2003 after nearly 15 years.
Linda and Larry traveled to both coasts during his active duty in the Army, returning to West Des Moines in 1965. They joined St. Timothy's later that year and remain members there. In 1967, Linda joined the Kappa Chi chapter of the philanthropic sorority, Phi Tau Omega, served all chapter officer positions and participated in nearly all the chapter's activities. Annual PTO conventions, complete with some song and dance routines, provided many great memories.
Linda touched the lives of many people in very caring ways and daily, placed the wellbeing of others above her own. She enthusiastically worked on church and sorority projects, culminating in three church mission trips to New Orleans following Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. She served as chair of St. Timothy's flower guild since its inception some 15 years ago, arranging flowers for the altar and many other special occasions. She had a special talent and passion for arranging flowers.
Preceding her in death were her parents and her aunts, Wanda Beal, Winifred Huffman, Bess Faber and Gwendolyn Hallock and her uncles, Dean Clegg and Scott Hallock.
Cherishing her memory are her husband, Larry; sons, Jeffrey (Jill) Anderson of Naperville, IL and Steven (fiancée Shari Rogers) of Waukee; grandchildren, Nicholas and Lauren Anderson of Naperville and Ellyse and Ethan Rogers of Waukee; her sister, Kathie (Mark) Lutter and her brother, Ronald (Sue) Hallock, both of West Des Moines; her stepmother, Cora Hallock of Des Moines; her uncle, Dr. James Beal; and nephews, Brian (Amy) Lutter of Grimes and Jeremy (Susan) Bingaman of Ankeny. The lights of her life, her grandchildren, gave her the prized and highly-enjoyed nickname of "Big Gramma."
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials in Linda's name be made to St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, 1020 - 24th Street, West Des Moines, Iowa.

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September 1, 2011

Claudia Allen Gillette

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

July 4, 2011

Towen A Bee

Larry, Jeff, Steve, Kathie & Ron,

So sorry I missed this. I'm saddened by the passing of Linda. You had to smile whenever you talked to her. Jeff or Steve started this, but, Linda always addressed me this way & I will sign it so. God Bless her family & she is, definitely, in a better place.

June 24, 2011

Dear Larry and Family,
Ever since Doug let us know about Linda's hospitalization you have been in my thoughts and prayers. I can only imagine how Linda is up with God making him laugh! We all have been blessed to have Linda in our lives.
Love,
Geri Gering Brown

June 23, 2011

Jayson Stewart and Family

To Coach Anderson, Nick and Family:

We pray that the love of our most merciful God would encamp around you and your family during your journey through grief. Please accept our condolences.

Peace and Blessings.

June 23, 2011

Anderson Family - We are so sorry for your loss. You have been in our thoughts all week.
The Riter Family ~ Seth, Jenny, Brayten, Ethan and Calen

June 23, 2011

Fr Bob Hedges

All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. The Andersons and the Hallocks have been such a vital part of the Hedges family for so many, many years. God bless you all.

June 22, 2011

Junior Manning

Anderson family over the years just knowing Linda was a great pleasure in my life. Linda was one of a kind. My prayers to you all. But God will take care of her now, and she will make him smile.

June 22, 2011

Geoff Camp

Linda shared her talent with Ann and I on our wedding day. We will never forget the beauty of the flowers, as well as the beauty and kindess of her heart.

June 22, 2011

Kathie, Larry, Jeff and Steve. I am so sad about Linda. She's been in my life for as long as I can remember and I'll never forget what a wonderful, caring person she was. I will miss her. -- Martha Fowler Erdahl

June 22, 2011

Gladyce Williams

I am sorry to hear of Linda passing,My thoughts & Prayers will be withe her Friends & Family.

June 22, 2011

Dear Larry and family: I am so sorry to hear about Linda. Sending you my heartfelt sympathy. I am in San Diego and unable to attend the funeral. Thinking of you in your sadness and keeping you in my thoughts. Shirley Limke

June 22, 2011

Keith Acheson

Our family is very sorry for the loss of Linda. Our thoughts and prayers are with Linda and her family.
Acheson Family

June 22, 2011

Lori Sandblom

I am saddened to hear of Linda passing. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I consider myself blessed because Linda touched my life. And now I will honor her memory.

June 21, 2011

Danielle Pinkerton

Linda, You will be missed greatly. You had such in impact in my family's live.
-Pinkerton Family

June 21, 2011

We are sorry to hear of the loss of Linda. Our paths crossed many times over the years. She always had a big smile and a wonderful sense of humor. Larry and Linda Allen (class of 58 and 67)

June 21, 2011

Rose Ann Williamson

Kathie, I am so sorry for your loss and so glad that I had the opportunity to meet Linda when we went to Women of Faith. You are in my prayers.

June 21, 2011

Jeff, Our best wishes during this difficult time. Drew and Kristen Marticke

June 21, 2011

Doug Marion, Sr.

God Bless you, Linda. You're the best. Of course you already know that! God bless you always - plus my cousin, Larry, your two fine sons and their families.

June 21, 2011

Eric Wasowicz

Jeff and Jill,

We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Hopefully, you will remember the great memories.

You are in our prayers!

Eric and Ann

June 21, 2011

Joann Faber

I'm so sorry I can't be there in person. I have you all in my thoughts and prayers. Joann

June 21, 2011

Linda Wilson

Linda's creative, caring ways will be missed by many. May God wrap his arms around all her family and friends for comfort and peace.

June 21, 2011

Our family was a very close knit group, enjoying picnics, musical evenings and the love of all. We are blessed to have had Linda - and Larry - for all these years. We have prayed for her and know there is room for her in heaven. She'll be arranging flowers there as well. God Bless the family.
Love, Bob and Corinne

June 21, 2011

Denny Christensen

Larry, Patti and I were very sorry and sad to here of Linda's passing.

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