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Linda Lou Quillen
08/31/1941 — 03/25/2002
From Richland, WA, US | Born in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Linda Lou Quillen
Linda Lou Neeley Quillen, age 60, of Richland, Washington, passed away March 25, 2002, at the Richland Life Care Center.
Linda was born on August 31, 1941, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Linda lived in Richland most of her life with the exception of a few years in Seattle. Linda graduated from Columbia High School in 1959.
Linda worked for J. A. Jones, Kaiser Engineers and Fluor Daniel for many years.
Linda was an avid sports fan following the Richland Bombers for many years and also the Tri-City Americans Hockey Club. She hardly ever missed a game. Linda and her husband, Ray, loved to travel in their motorhome making trips all over the country. They went to Alaska one summer and across the country as far as Tennessee. They also loved to take trips to Reno.
Linda is survived by her loving husband, Ray Quillen, 3 sons, Mark and Joel Ziege and Dan Quillen, parents, Harry and Jewell Hadley, mother-in-law, Vella Quillen, and brother-in-law, Fred Melling, all of Richland; sister, Dude Thomason and husband, Dillard, of Garden City, Kansas and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
Linda was preceded in death by her father, 2 sisters and a brother.
Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on March 27, 2002, at Einans Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 28, 2002, at 11:00 a.m. at Einans Funeral Home with a private graveside service following at Desert Lawn Memorial Park in Kennewick.
Memorial contributions may be sent to the Life Care Center of Richland, 44 Goethals Dr., Richland, WA 99352.
I was very sorry to learn of Linda’s passing. She has been a friend and close worker for many years. She always had a smile and was such a pleasure to have known. I regret that I will be out of town at the time of her service. My heart is out for the entire family. God Bless Linda
I have so many fond memories of my Aunt Linda, I don’t know where to begin. When I was eight years old I went and spent the entire summer at her house in Edmonds Wa. Mark and Joel were babies, and I thought it was great fun helping take care of them. She took me to the zoo, shopping, to the water front, we did lots of things together. When I got homesick about half way through the summer, I told her I wanted to go home. She started to cry so hard that I forgot about being homesick and comforted her telling her I would stay the rest of the summer, “just stop crying Aunt Linda!” She did, and I stayed the rest of the summer… had a wonderful time. I will miss you Aunt Linda, you had a zest for life very few people are lucky enough to have.
I know my Mom was there waiting for you with open, loving, arms, she loved her Sissy so much.
My sympathies go out to her husband.
Mark and Joel, I know how hard this is. I hope you both find comfort in the knowledge that her and my Mom are together and happy, I know they are. You both have my deepest sympathies. Your Mother loved you both so very much. Love Laura
My wife and best friend Linda is at piece now.
No more pain>no more operation’s> no more pills> no more throwing up> no more doctor’s apppointments > no more crying.no more pills…..no more pills……..no more pills.. 31 per day for over 7 years
Linda could name all the players on our Tri-City American hockey club. Linda could tell you the names of all the Seattle Mariner’s baseball club. 15 years of fishing for salmon in the pacific ocean, she caught the biggest fish on our boat… 41 lb. field dressed..Bingo>>oh god did she love bingo also!!! When her sissy Brenda passed on in 1998– it left a big void in her life. Thier together now…i can hear her telling me>>” look Raymond>>my arm does not hurt no more.and my tummy is ok now!!
If god could only grant us one more food fight in the kitchen,like the one on thanksgiving, when the biscut dropped on her son’s foot>>he was dancing on one foot yelling it hurt>> i laughed>>Linda rubbed mashed spud’s/gravy in my face..let’s just say,, what food that was left on the table.. 1-wife, 1-husband, 3 teenaged boys, and my mother. We had plenty to eat!! To this day, there is stains on one wall from that somewhat short turkey dinner. Who would ever think that this event had such fond memorie’s for so many years.
Linda Lou Quillen,,,,,, my wife, my best friend— like the song says, you was the WIND BENEATH MY WINGS.
Best friend’s do not have to tell each other they are best friends. they just know.
Linda lived at our house during her senior year in high school. I remember the fun she and my sister, Sharon, had during that year. There was lots of laughter in the house.
Linda was one of Sharon’s best friends in school. She will remember her always.
Ray, I was sorry to hear about your loss of Linda. She fought the hard fight and you right along with her. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Don’t hesitate to call if you need anything. Yours sincerely, Sandra Nurse from Dr I’s office
My condolences at this difficult time. Linda was a brave and delightful woman.
Ray,
My heart goes out to you.
Linda was a true fighter and so very brave…she really did “Give It Her Best Shot”!
Ray, know that she isn’t alone..our Mom is there with her too…can’t you just picture them “giggling” about something together, their eyes just a twinkling?
Linda’s spirit was strong and it still shines!
Love you and may God Bless You and keep you smiling.
Cousin Jan & Family
MY thoughts are with you .When somebody dies, a cloud turns into an angel, and flies up to tell God to put another flower on a pillow.
A bird gives the message back to the world, and sings a silent prayer that makes the rain cry.
People disappear, but they never really go away. The spirits up there put the sun to bed, wake up grass, and spin the earth in dizzy circles.
Sometimes you can see them dancing in a cloud during the day-time, when they’re supposed to be sleeping.
They paint the rainbows and also the sunsets and make waves splash and tug at the tide. They toss shooting stars and listen to wishes.
And when they sing windsongs, they whisper to us, don’t miss me too much. The view is nice and I’m doing just fine
Ray,
You and your family have mt deepest sympathise. May God Bless Linda now and also help you, your family ,and friends through this .
Ray…..So sorry to hear of your loss…I know you will miss her….but God has her now…All my prayers are with you…Your internet friend..Jo
Ray
Just wanted to let you now that we are all thinking of you. We are so sorry for your loss.
Chad, Kelley, Shelbey and Taylor
Ray,
I’m making another entry because after reading the one I wrote the day after Aunt Linda died, I’m afraid I didn’t say to you what I intended. It was more to Mark and Joel because I was thinking of them, reliving the imense pain I felt when I lost my Mom. Big Sissy she was never too fond of the “big” part, but loved being Aunt’s sissyI just got back home from the funeral, I’m glad I was able to attend. I loved my Aunt Linda very much, and will miss her until I see her again.
I know you don’t expect thanks or praise for taking care of Aunt Linda, but I do thank you, and I know my mother would too. She was sick almost your entire marriage yet you stood by her through sickness and health, never faultering. It really shows how much you loved her. Not everyone is capable of sticking by someone through the real bad times. You were a good husband to her and she loved you very much. And like I said before, it is obvious how much you loved her. God Bless, Laura
Ray and family,
I am so sorry to learn of Linda’s death. Linda was a part of my career very early on and I have never forgotten how she mentored me with her humor to help keep the rough times in perspective. She always was fun, ethical and yet professional. Her attitude was everything! Even when she was suffering, she had the latest joke to share.
Linda, I know you’re up there telling jokes right now and giggling with those who have gone before. Peace be with you.
…and may God’s loving arms embrace you all.
Sincerely,
dixie baird-boyd
I have typed many things and none seem to really fit. So I shall say, Life never seems to be fair–live it one day at a time and make the best of it and as I type that I can honestly say LINDA and Ray did exactly that.
Linda was a delightful woman. I always enjoyed her visits to my grandparents house. She was extremely funny and always made me smile. My prayers go out to Ray and his family. I pray you all find peace in knowing she is not suffering any longer. God Bless.
Sarah Ellis
Raymond – just a note from the “Arnots” to express our sympathy for your loss of Linda. Only had a couple chances to share some time with the 2 of you; Lincoln City and BBQ in Lewiston. Remember the potatoes? Looking forward to seeing you again when you come to visit your “Culdesac” cousins and surrounding relatives. Take care…our thoughts are with you. Ed & Marilyn
Ray, we were saddened to hear of your loss. We were just talking the other day about the last time we saw the both of you while visiting over the holidays. I know that Ronna got the greatest kick out of being around Linda and talking with her. Never was sure which one was the ring leader but when they got together there was no telling where the conversation might lead. They kinda fed off each other!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
Ray & Family,
Our thoughts, love & prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time.
Although the opportunity for our paths to cross were not as frequent as in the old days we loved Linda, she was like a favorite pair of slippers, just comfortable.
Oh & laugh, how we did laugh. Such fun we had.
To this very day every time I make Yorkshire Pudding I think of Linda another food story.
A star will shine bright in her memory.
Love,
Dick & Judy
I am so sorry that I was unable to go see her before she passed on
John hughes /Helen Shane
We are going to miss Linda so much. Ray has recalled many great memories of their times growing up together. Knowing that she is with the Angels now and free of all suffering and pain offers some consolation. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. We love you Linda!
Ray,
I just dont know what to say or do, we feel so bad. We only met Linda and you one time when we went for dinner at the Great China Wall with Maureen and Granny, and then came to your home. Just want to tell you we are thinking of you.
Mike and Lorna Hammond
I was very sorry to learn of Linda’s passing. She has been a friend and close worker for many years. She always had a smile and was such a pleasure to have known. I regret that I will be out of town at the time of her service. My heart is out for the entire family. God Bless Linda
I have so many fond memories of my Aunt Linda, I don’t know where to begin. When I was eight years old I went and spent the entire summer at her house in Edmonds Wa. Mark and Joel were babies, and I thought it was great fun helping take care of them. She took me to the zoo, shopping, to the water front, we did lots of things together. When I got homesick about half way through the summer, I told her I wanted to go home. She started to cry so hard that I forgot about being homesick and comforted her telling her I would stay the rest of the summer, “just stop crying Aunt Linda!” She did, and I stayed the rest of the summer… had a wonderful time. I will miss you Aunt Linda, you had a zest for life very few people are lucky enough to have.
I know my Mom was there waiting for you with open, loving, arms, she loved her Sissy so much.
My sympathies go out to her husband.
Mark and Joel, I know how hard this is. I hope you both find comfort in the knowledge that her and my Mom are together and happy, I know they are. You both have my deepest sympathies. Your Mother loved you both so very much. Love Laura
My wife and best friend Linda is at piece now.
No more pain>no more operation’s> no more pills> no more throwing up> no more doctor’s apppointments > no more crying.no more pills…..no more pills……..no more pills.. 31 per day for over 7 years
Linda could name all the players on our Tri-City American hockey club. Linda could tell you the names of all the Seattle Mariner’s baseball club. 15 years of fishing for salmon in the pacific ocean, she caught the biggest fish on our boat… 41 lb. field dressed..Bingo>>oh god did she love bingo also!!! When her sissy Brenda passed on in 1998– it left a big void in her life. Thier together now…i can hear her telling me>>” look Raymond>>my arm does not hurt no more.and my tummy is ok now!!
If god could only grant us one more food fight in the kitchen,like the one on thanksgiving, when the biscut dropped on her son’s foot>>he was dancing on one foot yelling it hurt>> i laughed>>Linda rubbed mashed spud’s/gravy in my face..let’s just say,, what food that was left on the table.. 1-wife, 1-husband, 3 teenaged boys, and my mother. We had plenty to eat!! To this day, there is stains on one wall from that somewhat short turkey dinner. Who would ever think that this event had such fond memorie’s for so many years.
Linda Lou Quillen,,,,,, my wife, my best friend— like the song says, you was the WIND BENEATH MY WINGS.
Best friend’s do not have to tell each other they are best friends. they just know.
Linda lived at our house during her senior year in high school. I remember the fun she and my sister, Sharon, had during that year. There was lots of laughter in the house.
Linda was one of Sharon’s best friends in school. She will remember her always.
Ray, I was sorry to hear about your loss of Linda. She fought the hard fight and you right along with her. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Don’t hesitate to call if you need anything. Yours sincerely, Sandra Nurse from Dr I’s office
My condolences at this difficult time. Linda was a brave and delightful woman.
Ray,
My heart goes out to you.
Linda was a true fighter and so very brave…she really did “Give It Her Best Shot”!
Ray, know that she isn’t alone..our Mom is there with her too…can’t you just picture them “giggling” about something together, their eyes just a twinkling?
Linda’s spirit was strong and it still shines!
Love you and may God Bless You and keep you smiling.
Cousin Jan & Family
MY thoughts are with you .When somebody dies, a cloud turns into an angel, and flies up to tell God to put another flower on a pillow.
A bird gives the message back to the world, and sings a silent prayer that makes the rain cry.
People disappear, but they never really go away. The spirits up there put the sun to bed, wake up grass, and spin the earth in dizzy circles.
Sometimes you can see them dancing in a cloud during the day-time, when they’re supposed to be sleeping.
They paint the rainbows and also the sunsets and make waves splash and tug at the tide. They toss shooting stars and listen to wishes.
And when they sing windsongs, they whisper to us, don’t miss me too much. The view is nice and I’m doing just fine
Ray,
You and your family have mt deepest sympathise. May God Bless Linda now and also help you, your family ,and friends through this .
Ray…..So sorry to hear of your loss…I know you will miss her….but God has her now…All my prayers are with you…Your internet friend..Jo
Ray
Just wanted to let you now that we are all thinking of you. We are so sorry for your loss.
Chad, Kelley, Shelbey and Taylor
Ray,
I’m making another entry because after reading the one I wrote the day after Aunt Linda died, I’m afraid I didn’t say to you what I intended. It was more to Mark and Joel because I was thinking of them, reliving the imense pain I felt when I lost my Mom. Big Sissy she was never too fond of the “big” part, but loved being Aunt’s sissyI just got back home from the funeral, I’m glad I was able to attend. I loved my Aunt Linda very much, and will miss her until I see her again.
I know you don’t expect thanks or praise for taking care of Aunt Linda, but I do thank you, and I know my mother would too. She was sick almost your entire marriage yet you stood by her through sickness and health, never faultering. It really shows how much you loved her. Not everyone is capable of sticking by someone through the real bad times. You were a good husband to her and she loved you very much. And like I said before, it is obvious how much you loved her. God Bless, Laura
Ray and family,
I am so sorry to learn of Linda’s death. Linda was a part of my career very early on and I have never forgotten how she mentored me with her humor to help keep the rough times in perspective. She always was fun, ethical and yet professional. Her attitude was everything! Even when she was suffering, she had the latest joke to share.
Linda, I know you’re up there telling jokes right now and giggling with those who have gone before. Peace be with you.
…and may God’s loving arms embrace you all.
Sincerely,
dixie baird-boyd
I have typed many things and none seem to really fit. So I shall say, Life never seems to be fair–live it one day at a time and make the best of it and as I type that I can honestly say LINDA and Ray did exactly that.
Linda was a delightful woman. I always enjoyed her visits to my grandparents house. She was extremely funny and always made me smile. My prayers go out to Ray and his family. I pray you all find peace in knowing she is not suffering any longer. God Bless.
Sarah Ellis
Raymond – just a note from the “Arnots” to express our sympathy for your loss of Linda. Only had a couple chances to share some time with the 2 of you; Lincoln City and BBQ in Lewiston. Remember the potatoes? Looking forward to seeing you again when you come to visit your “Culdesac” cousins and surrounding relatives. Take care…our thoughts are with you. Ed & Marilyn
Ray, we were saddened to hear of your loss. We were just talking the other day about the last time we saw the both of you while visiting over the holidays. I know that Ronna got the greatest kick out of being around Linda and talking with her. Never was sure which one was the ring leader but when they got together there was no telling where the conversation might lead. They kinda fed off each other!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
Ray & Family,
Our thoughts, love & prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time.
Although the opportunity for our paths to cross were not as frequent as in the old days we loved Linda, she was like a favorite pair of slippers, just comfortable.
Oh & laugh, how we did laugh. Such fun we had.
To this very day every time I make Yorkshire Pudding I think of Linda another food story.
A star will shine bright in her memory.
Love,
Dick & Judy
I am so sorry that I was unable to go see her before she passed on
John hughes /Helen Shane
We are going to miss Linda so much. Ray has recalled many great memories of their times growing up together. Knowing that she is with the Angels now and free of all suffering and pain offers some consolation. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. We love you Linda!
Ray,
I just dont know what to say or do, we feel so bad. We only met Linda and you one time when we went for dinner at the Great China Wall with Maureen and Granny, and then came to your home. Just want to tell you we are thinking of you.
Mike and Lorna Hammond
I’ll miss you best friend
Our deepest synpathies!
Dear Ray, Just wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you, Cuzzz. God bless you and keep you. Remember the Rose grows beyond the wall.
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