(From Daniel Funeral Home)Linda Sue (Timmons) Gardner, 71, of Lamar, Missouri, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024.
Born on December 19, 1953, in Springfield, Illinois, Linda was the daughter of Wayne F. Timmons and Eileen Helen (Dwyer) Timmons. She pursued her passion for learning and teaching, earning her master’s degree in education from Missouri Southern State University.
On September 25, 1976, Linda married Harold Dennis Gardner in Hillsboro, Illinois. Together, they shared a life filled with love, dedication, and family.
Linda spent her career as an educator with Jasper R-5 schools, shaping young minds with care and commitment until her retirement in 2005. She will be remembered as a devoted wife, a loving mother, a doting granny, and a steadfast friend.
She is survived by her children, Rio (Kelsi) Gardner of Pittsburg, Kansas, and Rebekah (Brandon) Weis of Lamar, Missouri; her treasured grandson, Harold Lee Gardner; and her brother, Andy (Mary Jo) Timmons of Benton, Illinois.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Dennis, whose love she carried with her always.
In accordance with Linda’s wishes, a private family burial will be held at a later date.
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