Our wonderful Linnea was born near Cincinnati on August 11, 1968, joining "favorite brother" Larry. They moved to Duluth when still young but continued to spend joyful summers in Ohio on Shawnee Run Road with their grandparents and cousins. Linnea named her beloved dog Shawnee from that time. Linnea lived her life with passion and energy, with her dear Megan as the center of it all. Being Meg's mom defined her and was her greatest source of joy and inspiration.Throughout her life, Linnea contributed to others, whether through her work or her community involvement, including with U.S. Bank, Animal Allies, Lutheran Social Service, the Junior League, Eco Rotary and Harbortown Rotary, and the Duluth Chamber. Linnea lived her life with laughter and humor. She was always full of mischief and fun, and Megan has inherited her sparkly eyes - so watch out!
Linnea's spirit will continue through the lives of the many, many, people who loved her, including her family. Her beloved daughter Megan. Her true love and fiance, Pat Mullen. Megan's dad and Linnea's dear friend, Craig Samborski. Her mom Jane. Linnea's dad, always "Chuck" to Linnea and her friends, and his wife Linda, and Noah. Her favorite brother Larry, his wife Kim and their kids Ella, Lucy and Jasper. Her nephew Bryan, and her cousins, aunts, uncles, stepsisters and special friends.
In Linnea's memory - live life. Give to others, especially those who are suffering. Admire wildflowers and sunsets. Hike a trail off the beaten path. Love where you live (especially if it is Duluth). And beyond all - love one another fully.