Linda Stec, 68, of Sherrard, IL died peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on October 24, 2016 at the Clarissa Cook Hospice Home after a hard fought battle against cancer. Linda will be cremated and a celebration of life memorial will be held at the Law-Jones Funeral Home in Savanna, IL on Oct. 28th 2016, from 4-8 pm.
Linda was born November 19, 1947 to Gilbert and Violet (Dettman) Ourada. She attended Savanna High School. She married Randolph (Randy) Stec, June 19th, 1976 in Geneva, New York.
Linda never shied away from hard work having a number of jobs during her life including The Village, Bogues' Shoe Store, Buck's Barn, Lakeview Flowers and Manny's Pizza. Linda enjoyed cooking and baking. Everyone who knew her had a favorite dish or dessert. Linda loved animals especially her cats. Linda also enjoyed spending time with her kids and grandchildren.
Linda is survived by her husband, Randy, four children, Valarie (Brian) Shafer of Avondale, AZ, Rich (Jody) Green, of Fulton, IL, Chrissy (John) Govek of Thomson, IL, Sarah Rice of Fulton, IL. She had six grandchildren, Danielle Shafer, Kadence Rice, JR Govek, Kylie, Allison and Jon Green. Longtime family friend Bill Mullen.
Linda and her family are extremely grateful for the care provided to her by Dr. Porubcin and his staff and the staff at the Clarissa C Cook Hospice Home in Bettendorf, IA. Memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society or to the local Animal Welfare organization. No flowers please.