Peggy Ann Linn
August 16, 1943 - February 03, 2013
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Peggy Ann Linn
August 16, 1943 - February 03, 2013
Obituary
During the early morning hours of Sunday February 3, 2013, while sleeping in her bed, Peggy Linn went home to be with the Lord. She was 69.
Peggy was born August 16, 1943 in Anacortes, WA to Earl and Peggy Linn. The family moved to Bellingham soon after. She lived the majority of her life in Whatcom County.
A hard worker from an early age, she valued her many opportunities with employment, including being a housewife and mother, meter maid, hair dresser, longshoreman, and a crew member for Washington State Ferries. By obtaining her Merchant Marine certificate, she was able to work as a cook on ships for Arco and Crowley Intl.
In her later years, she thrived on her volunteer work. She cut inmates hair in Canada through the B.C. Prison ministries, ministered to the elderly in convalescent homes with her dog Bear, and volunteered as a tour guide in Ferndale at the Hovander Homestead.
Of all her volunteering, her passion was her work in Mexico where, over the years, she devoted her love and time to providing basic needs to the Tarahumara Indians.
Peggy is survived by daughter Teri, son Rob, foster daughter Amanda, sisters Sherry and Tammy, brother Earl, 8 grandchildren, 3 foster grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, 8 nieces and nephews, several great nieces and nephews, and her beloved Pomeranians. She will be deeply missed.
Farewell Tribute Information
A memorial service for Peggy Ann Linn of Ferndale will be held on Saturday, February 16, 2013 at 3:00PM at Freedom Church 7011 Hannegan Road, Lynden; mile North of the East Pole Road (Green VFW Hall). Pastor Dan Cook will be officiating.
21 responses to Peggy Ann Linn
Ben Rixstine says:
February 3, 2013
My sympathy to the family. I never met Aunt Peggy Ann, but I love her brother, my grandfather, and I am sorry for the pain and loss that death brings. I am glad Aunt Peggy loved the outdoors. That seems to be a family characteristic and I am glad to have inherited that! Family is forever.
Larry Zettle says:
February 3, 2013
Peggy Ann & I spent some great times in high school. My dad built a boat and we named it Allen Ann 16 footer for waterskiing and just running around Lake Waltcome .. Beautiful sole . we were 16 i belive..and though the world revolved around us.. Have only beautiful memeroies.. I can see Peggy went on to work with our Lord in so many ways.. God Bless . Sounds like she will be missed by many..Larry
Sherry Linn Caillier says:
February 3, 2013
Terri, I am so sorry for your pain in losing your mother. Knowing that she is now with Jesus, may bring you some comfort. I am coming to see you on the 16th and I long to hug you close and love you. Aunt Sherry
Tammy, I am so sorry, my dear, for your loss of both a friend and a sister. You and Peggy Ann shared so much together and I grieve now for your pain. Being convinced of your faith in Jesus, I ask Him to sustain you and strengthen you during this difficult time. I love you. Sherry.
Nancie Silves (Paterson) says:
February 3, 2013
I’m so sorry to hear about Peggy’s passing. Although I haven’t seen Peggy for quite sometime, I have thought of her many times. Peggy was always such a fun loving person, and I will never forget her bright spirit and possitive Attitude. We have lots of fond memories to reflect upon. My sympathy goes out to her family and friends.
Michelle Sivo says:
February 3, 2013
I am sad about her passing. I will never forget her. I will always remember her smile and her voice. My children and I will never forget the fun times we had with her. Enjoyed the BBQs at her home with her two dogs. I have pictures, to remember her. She’s with Jesus now. I’m so happy to know that she’s in heaven, breathing in the Glory of God. How exciting it must be to see Jesus Christ!! This is how I see it….Peggy is on a eternal vacation, and we will see her again! I love you, Peggy!!!!