"So sorry for the loss of Linda. She always had a contagious smile, that warmed many hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Kurt & Lori Kneeland"
In loving memory of
Linda M. Rutz
July 13, 1954 - January 14, 2022
Linda M. Rutz, 67 year old resident of Flensburg, MN died Friday, January 14 at St. Gabriel's Hospital in Little Falls. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 22 at 11:00 A.M. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Flensburg with Father David Grundman and Father Jimmy Joseph Officiating. A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. on Friday, January 21 at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls and from 9:30 A.M. until the hour of the service on Saturday at the church in Flensburg. The burial will be held in the parish cemetery.
Linda M. Rutz was born on July 13, 1954 in Little Falls, MN to the late Melvin and Loretta (Winskowski) Marotte. She grew up in Little Falls where she attended and graduated from Little Falls Community School. She attended St. Benedicts for dietitian. Linda was united in marriage to Kenneth Rutz on July 12, 1975 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Little Falls. The couple established their home near the family farm in Pike Creek Township, Morrison County, Minnesota. Linda worked side by side with her husband, Ken on the farm for over 30 years, while raising the couples five children. She also worked for the United States Postal Service in Pierz and Onamia for 15 years. Linda was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Flensburg and was a member of the choir. She enjoyed crafting, fishing, camping, dancing, gardening, canning, sausage making, playing tennis, walks in the country, biking, board games, playing cards and liars dice with family and friends. Linda and Jason recently purchased a camper, that she used frequently camping at Cedar Lake in Upsala, Cuyuna Park and various campgrounds throughout the state. She loved her family trips to Duluth, Itasca State Park, California, Florida and just spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Linda and Ken enjoyed a Cruise together visiting Belize, Puerto Rico, Honduras, St. Martin and St. Thomas. They also enjoyed a trip to O'Fallon, Illinois to visit her brother Steve and family, sightseeing along the way. She always made sure to make others around her to feel loved and cared for!
Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Ken Rutz of Flensburg; children, Jenny (Kyle) Setrum of Marion, Iowa, Matt (LaEva) Rutz of Little Falls, Jason Rutz of Royalton, Nick (Micah) Rutz of Coon Rapids and Tina (Josh) Prokott of Bemidji; grandchildren, Hayley, Braxtyn, Elliott, Rylee, Alayna, Hendrix, Paxton, Cadence, Declan, Connor, Nellie, Finley, Mason and Evelyn; siblings, Ron (Joan) Marotte, Gary (Linda) Marotte, George (Joyce) Marotte, Mark (Jayne) Marotte, Steve (Carolyn) Marotte, Sharon (Dave) Rakow, Marie (Mike) Rakow, Karen (Jim) Mona and Lois (Wayne) Walkoviak and many nieces, nephews cousins and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Melvin and Loretta Marotte.
https://youtu.be/dFPaYYB3SsI Linda's Video
Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Linda. 320-632-4393.
Tributes
"Our heartfelt sympathies to all the Rutz family. Linda was a special lady."
"Sincere sympathy to the Rutz families. "
"Our hearts are with the family. Linda was a great lady! "
"So many years have passed. I have sat at your table watched what a loving wonderful mother and wife you were. Your kindness to me and smiles will always be in my heart. Prayers to you Ken and children. Linda Lattimer"
"Rest In Peace Linda. "
"Ken and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our heart breaks that she is gone. She was such an amazing, caring, and loving person who left her mark in the world. She will never be forgotten but our hearts will forever ache. Praying you will find comfort during this difficult time. With Love, Terry, Beth, Myles and Mazie."
"Our sympathy from the Schwienteks"
"Ken and family, I was so saddened to hear of your loss of Linda. My heart goes out to all of you. I met Linda back in the mid 70?s and every time since then when we?d run into each other, we?d always take the time and chat. Always enjoyed seeing her and will always remember her kind smile. Hold on to your memories as they will warm your heart and guide you during this time of sadness. Sue Holtz"
"RIP Linda, you will be missed by many "
"we are so very sorry for the devastating loss of your loved one sympathy, prayers and hugs Charlie and Dianne Ledbetter"
"She was a 1972 classmate of mine may she RIP!!!"
"Sending sincere sympathy hugs to Ken & family during this unimaginable time. Linda was a sweetheart, with a heart of gold. She will be missed by many. "
"Linda was such a kind, loving person, will be missed! "
"So sorry for your loss. Heaven gained an awesome angel! "
"Our hearts, thoughts & prayers are with Linda's family. Linda was a special, friendly lady who always had a smile for you! She will be greatly missed by so many! May you find strength & comfort in your faith, with your family & friends & in the special memories you will carry with you! Love Dawn & Brad Laager"
"So sorry for your loss ?"