Linda O. Harper

1945 - 2017

Linda O. Harper obituary, 1945-2017, Cary, NC

BORN

1945

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Apex Funeral Home

550 W Williams St

Apex, North Carolina

Linda Harper Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 9, 2017.

Linda Faye O'Briant Harper, 71, of Cary, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Saturday, April 8, 2017. Linda was born April 11, 1945, in Durham, NC.

She graduated from Durham High School and a member in the Civil Air Patrol during the late 1950s. She was awarded a full scholarship to attend the United States Air Force Academy at the age of 16. After seeing a plane with her fellow patrolmen crash, she opted not to go.

She retired after 27 years of civil service with the National Centers for Health Statistics. As a Steward for the AFL CIO she fought for the rights of her fellow federal employees.

Her love for animals, plants, flowers, friends and family was second to none. She enjoyed reading, playing cards, watching movies and listening to music.

She met her beloved Eddie on New Years' Eve 1966, and their connection was magical and their love story lives on in Heaven. They celebrated their 49th wedding anniversary on April 9, 2017.

Linda was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Edward L. Harper and son, Tracy "Hot Rod" Forbes.

She is survived by her Daughter: Raina Harper Vedell (Steve) , her 5 Grandchildren: Justin Forbes (Kieli), Ben Forbes (Jennie), Charlie Vedell, Mary Vedell and Richie Vedell. One Great Grandchild: Dale Tracy Forbes (Ben & Jennie). Close family friends: Dennis & Dottie Spathis/Alma Millas, Becky Deadmon (Avon Lady) and numerous cousins, Eddie's extended family and former coworkers/colleagues.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 in the chapel at Raleigh Memorial Park. A funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m with graveside immediately following.

Flowers are welcomed or memorials in Linda's name can be made to Cat Angels or Transitions Lifecare of Raleigh.

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April 13, 2017

Jodi Sheldon

Raina, I'm so sorry to hear about your mom! I always enjoyed our Christmas correspondence and periodic updates. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. My deepest sympathy goes out to you.

April 12, 2017

The Fogleman's

Raina, Steve and family...we will miss seeing Linda when visiting you guys! She accomplished a lot in her time and I know she was well cared for by you all. You can find solace in knowing she is reunited with her true love and dear son. You will see them all again one day! Prayers and thoughts for you and sorry we are unable to be there with you today. We will see you soon to get together and reminice.
Tim, Eva, and Harrison Fogleman

April 12, 2017

Lynn Stephenson

I'm so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. I worked with her at MRPP for many years. She loved her family dearly, often sharing sweet stories about her grandchildren. She touched many lives and will be missed.

April 12, 2017

Karen Walton

April 11, 2017

Brenda Brown

I am sorry to hear of Linda's passing, however it comforting to know that she is no longer suffering and that she will reunite with her dear Eddie. I worked for years with Linda at National Center for Health Statistics and always knew her to be a quiet spirited gentle soul who was a hard worker and loved her family.

April 9, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

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chapel at Raleigh Memorial Park

7501 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC

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12

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2:00 p.m.

chapel at Raleigh Memorial Park

7501 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC

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550 W Williams St, Apex, NC 27502

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