Obituaries
Linda E. Goodwin
July 1, 1942 - August 5, 2020


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VISITATION
August 15, 2020 | 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. -
Yurs Funeral Home
405 E. Main Street
St. Charles, Illinois 60174 - Funeral
- Memorial Service will be at a later date.
Linda Goodwin passed away peacefully August 5, 2020, with her husband and family at her side.
Daughter of Freal and Evelyn Fletcher, Linda was born July 1, 1942, in Long Beach CA. After the war she was raised in North Platte NE. She graduated in nutrition and dietetics from Kansas State University in 1964. She married Robert Goodwin August 22, 1964 and lived in Minneapolis until moving to St Charles IL in 1969.
Linda worked as a clinical dietitian for Sherman Hospital in Elgin for 20 years and later in an administrative position at the American Dietetic Association in Chicago for 10 years. She was active in the Congregational Church in St Charles and later Bethlehem Lutheran Church.
She is survived by her husband Robert and siblings Marilyn Berryman, Jerry Fletcher, Susan Steele, and many dear nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her brother Martin in 2017.
A Memorial Visitation will be 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M., August 15, 2020 at Yurs Funeral Home 405 East Main Street, St Charles IL 60174.
A Memorial Service will be scheduled at a later date. Interment will be private.
Donations in Linda’s memory may be made to, American Cancer Society or to Bethlehem Lutheran Church, St Charles IL.
Link to Photos of Linda:
Condolences
Michelle Fisher from Saint Charles, IL
"Bob, My deepest condolences. Linda was such a sweet lady with a big heart. I always enjoyed my visits with her. I know you will miss her and I pray you find peace and comfort in your memories with her. May God wrap his loving arms around you and give you peace."
Debbie Carr from Geneva, IL
"Linda was a very kind and intelligent woman who I came to know through our love of Scrabble. She was a fierce competitor. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. She will be missed."
Emily vonSwearingen from Denver, CO
"Aunt Linda Dear... I have such fun memories of you from my childhood and grew to know you as a gracious and insightful woman. Your bountiful laughter will be missed. Peace and light to you Uncle Bob in this difficult journey."
Kendra (and Jonathan) from Memphis, TN
"Aunt Linda was such a fun aunt to be around. Whenever we were around Linda we knew we would laugh and have a great time. I think back to our most recent trip to see Linda and Bob a couple years ago. You got my husband and I into crossword puzzles. Whenever we do them we remember the time we got to spend with you and Bob. Those memories from the trip we cherish. We will miss you Linda."
Beverly Johnson from Geneva, IL
"I am so sorry for your loss. Linda was a good friend that I enjoyed playing scrabble with. She always had a smile and a warm greeting for everyone."
TAMMY KOMPARDA from SAINT CHARLES, IL
"Bob, so sorry to hear of Linda's passing I enjoyed chatting with her in the pool and visiting with you both at the "Water Babies" outings she was a sweet lady I will miss her."
Mary Vilmur from Aurora, IL
"I'm sorry for your loss. I always spending time with Linda at the pool and lunches we had together. She will be missed."
Mary Vilmur from Aurora, IL
"Sorry for your loss. I will miss seeing Linda at the pool and the lunches we had together. It was always enjoyable seeing her."
Jim Chrisler from Saint Charles, IL
"Dear Bob, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at the loss of Linda. I hope you will find some solace in the wonderful moments you shared. It certainly appears you both have seen many different places together. Until we can sing again together, Peace!"
Wendy Marcason from Schaumburg , IL
"Bob, she inspired me to be a better dietitian and person. She was a ray of sunshine. Love to you and your family"
Kathy Chapman from Geneva, IL
"Dear Bob, so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing the photos of Linda and you over the years, what a joy to share those years together. Keep those moments close to your heart, may they help you find peace in this difficult time."
carol robbins from St. Charles, IL
". I worked with Linda on many committees at the Congregational Church, downtown St. Charles. Don and I extend our deepest sympathies on the death of Linda. Carol Robbins"
LaShaun Anthony from Berkeley, IL
"My sincere condolences to Bob and the family. Linda was an incredible individual and made a huge impact on my professional career and where I am today."