Linda L. Holmgren, 80, of Dubuque and formerly of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, at ManorCare in Dubuque.
Friends and family may gather for "One Last Party"® in remembrance of Linda on Friday, October 22, 2021, from 5 to 7 P.M. in "The Bistro" at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation has taken place. A private family burial will be held at East Iron Hill Cemetery, rural Maquoketa.
Linda Lou Sagers was born on November 13, 1940 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Howard Jay Sagers and Lulu Winifred (Morehead) Sagers. She was a 1958 graduate of Maquoketa High School. She married Thor F. Holmgren on April 16, 1961 in Maquoketa, Iowa. To this union two children were born: Jill and Jessica.
Linda had worked for Ehlinger Insurance and Real Estate in Maquoketa during the 1970's and then for Friedman Insurance in Dubuque from 1983 until 2002.
Linda enjoyed playing bridge, music, parties and Iowa Hawkeyes games. She also was an avid reader and crossword puzzle player.
Those left to honor Linda's memory include her daughters, Jill (David) Fagan of St. Paul, MN, and Jessica (Brad) Pihlstrom of St. Paul, MN; 3 grandchildren Molly Fagan, Ike Pihlstrom, and Stella Pihlstrom; a sister-in-law, Pat Sagers of Tacoma, WA; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Thor on September 9, 2016, and brothers James and Richard Sagers.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.CarsonAndSon.com.
Tributes
Linda L Rotman wrote on Oct 21, 2021:
"Dear Jill and Jessica, As you know, your mom has been my dear friend since the day I met her in Junior High School. Memories of Linda and of our long, joyful friendship will live in my heart forever. I am truly sorry that I am unable to be there with you. Sending love and sympathy to you and yours, The Other Linda (as your Grandma Lu used to call me) "
Cyndie & Don Nelson wrote on Oct 19, 2021:
"To Linda's family... what can we say but that we are so sorry to no longer have this lovely lady in our lives. We met when we moved to Dubuque and she was Don's secretary at UD. We played golf with Linda and Thor, had many laughs and then lost touch. We recently reconnected through Facebook and felt so blessed to share many a laugh with dear Linda. Hopefully she's with Thor and they are toasting each other once again."
Diane Gallagher wrote on Oct 18, 2021:
"Dear, dear Linda. She was a woman with so many skills and talents. While working with her at the Univ of Dubuque she took care of so many details with her writing skills. I so remember her pride and joy at the weddings of her daughters. My condolences to all. Diane Gallagher"
Kathy wrote on Oct 17, 2021:
"So sorry for your loss. Both of your parents were wonderful neighbors in Key West."
Jodi Lake wrote on Oct 14, 2021:
"Jess, Jill and families. I worked with Linda at Friedman's for many years and continued our friendship long after. Thought of her as my "other mother"! I'm sorry I won't be able to share a drink in her honor with you. I will be making a contribution in her name to our local Bra's for the Cause. My sympathies to all of you."
Catherine Bailey, Pharr TX wrote on Oct 5, 2021:
"My condolences to Linda's family. She was a good friend back in high school days and we were in many activities together. I have many fond memories . I'm grateful she is now with her loved ones in Heaven."
Pat Sagers wrote on Oct 4, 2021:
"Pat Sagers:
October 4, 2021
Dear Jill,Jess and families, I love you all and my heart is broken with the passing of Linda but I know she is free from all pain and is rejoicing with her family. I will miss my "sister" and always love her. I am so very sorry for your loss. Love Aunt Pat"
Heidi Sagers Oberst wrote on Oct 4, 2021:
"May you rest in peace, Aunt Linda. You will always be missed yet never forgotten. Love You!
Our prayers are with you Jill & Jess, and your families. We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. We send you all our love. "
Elizabeth Lind wrote on Oct 2, 2021:
"So sorry for your loss. I absolutely loved your mom and dad. I?m sure Thor was waiting with arms opened wide when she walked through the gates. I loved golfing with her years ago. Such fun memories.?????"
María Streicher Kramer, and Kyle Kramer wrote on Oct 2, 2021:
"Dear Jill, Kyle and I send our heartfelt sympathy to you and Jessica. I remember, your mom and dad, and I am sure you remember that we bought the W. pleasant house from them, and kept the grand piano ?stored? for months."
Kathy J Lee wrote on Oct 2, 2021:
"I am so sorry to hear this.. Linda was such a sweet person. "
Georgia Robinson wrote on Oct 1, 2021:
"Sending my sympathy to Linda's girls in the loss of your mom. Knew Linda from school - she was a year ahead of me - and enjoyed her and your Dad Thor for years after that. Lost touch when they moved to Dubuque but reconnected in recent years when running into them when I visited Dubuque. A sweet gal and always quick to bring me up to date on her girls. Prayers and thoughts sent in this most difficult time but gratefull knowing she's gone to a better place where she will find Thor and other family surrounding her with love.
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Judy Bowling wrote on Oct 1, 2021:
"My sincere condolences to Linda's family."