Linda Ruth Stine, 76, passed away peacefully June 9, 2017, at her home in Portland.
Linda Ruth Olson was born in Portland, Oregon on May 6, 1941 as the only child of Swedish immigrants John and Ruth Olson. Linda's father died when she 4 and her grandparents Sven Erik and Emma played a pivotal role in her upbringing.
The family moved to Hillsboro in 1949 when Linda's mother married Hans Streitwieser. Linda gained a loving sister, Alice, in the marriage.
Linda graduated from Hillsboro High School in 1958 and went on to graduate from Portland State University with a teaching license and the University of Washington with a Master's Degree in Education. She started her teaching career with Portland Public Schools and then to Hillsboro School District where she taught for 20 years. Linda believed that learning was the foundation for the future and was based on a child's maturation. All students were unique and valued.
Linda married the love of her life, Kermit Stine, in 1966 and they had two children; Erik and Dagny. Family meant the world to Linda and she went on to teach her children the connective power of family bonds.
Linda enjoyed volunteering with kids in the Hillsboro and Beaverton School districts, at Providence St. Vincent's Hospital, and in the community with her PEO chapter. Her greatest joys were cheerleading for her grandsons and spending time traveling with her family and friends. The Oregon Coast and Black Butte Ranch were extra special to her and Starbucks and Hagen Das bars were right up there as well.
Linda is survived by her children; son Erik Stine (Leann Owens), Kyle and Spencer Fork; daughter, Dagny Stine Abel, (Neil) and grandsons McLean and Theron, and her kitties, Gus and Gabby. Proceeded in death, her parents, John and Ruth, husband, Kermit, and sister, Alice Morgan.
A memorial service will be held at 12:00 Saturday, July 8th, Skyline Memorial Garden, 4181 NW Skyline Blvd, Portland Or 97229.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Ronald McDonald House of Oregon and SW Washington, 2620 N. Commercial Avenue, Portland OR 97227.
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Sponsored by Skyline Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home - Portland.
July 11, 2017
I had the privilege of teaching at Mooberrry Elementary with your mother for several years. How fortunate children were to have her as their teacher. She always had a beautiful smile and a kind word for everyone. The last time I saw her was at her home when I was visiting in Portland and she hosted a group of Mooberrians for lunch. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Dagny and Erik. I know you cherish many beautiful memories of your Mom and Dad.
Stella Lootens, Wheat Ridge, CO
July 1, 2017
Joyce Olson
We send our deepest sympathy to Linda's children and grandchildren. We knew Linda when we were members at First Immanuel Lutheran church. Linda was a beautiful woman and friend. May her memory live on in your lives. Joyce and Roger Olson
June 29, 2017
Dear Dagny and Erik,
Linda was such a beautiful person inside and out. I enjoyed sharing PEO with her and with your grandmother, Ruth.We enjoyed hosting Linda at Willamette View and had hoped she might join us here someday. I sincerely regret that I will be unable to attend her service because of an earlier memorial service just an hour before at Hillboro Methodist Church. Dale and I think of your family in your loss. We are grateful to have known Linda.
Carla Harris, Portland
June 29, 2017
Anne Savage
Dear Dagny and Erik... I will always remember your mother's kindness laughter and beauty and the wonderful fun of knowing your parents when we were all much younger. They were wonderful people..never to be forgotten and always to be missed by all. Love to you and your families.
June 28, 2017
Alice Ronald
Linda and I met as we were beginning graduate school in Seattle in 1963, scared of the big University. Our friendship has continued through marriages (bridesmaids for each other), raising children and seeing each other often. Her style, enthusiasm for her family and her joy in friendships will be sorely missed.
June 26, 2017
Diane Reed
Linda volunteered on Thursday afternoons at St V's. She always asked me how my "kitty" was and then shared stories about her two furry ones. We also would chat about Hale's Restaurant (I worked there from 1980-1994) and she was a frequent customer.
I had just copied some old menus to give her, but unfortunately she never got to see them.
I'm so very sorry for your loss...she will be missed by so many of us.
June 26, 2017
Bernadette Peterson
I enjoyed Linda so much ... once Linda's daughter encouraged her to bring a few kitties into her life, we shared so many fun stories at the Critical Care desk at St. Vincent's Hospital. I miss her. I'm so sorry for your loss. Linda was such a nice person.
June 25, 2017
Lanie Braukman
Such a sweet lady.....Our little Lunch Bunch of ten, will not be the same without her. Sending her a hug...... and special thoughts and prayers to her family. Love
June 24, 2017
Ruthie Burrus
Linda volunteered in the West Pavillion each Thursday with me. I looked forward to seeing her each week. St. Vincent was blessed to have her the past few years as a volunteer. I miss her already, Ruthie Burrus
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