Linda M. Henry
Sunday, May 24, 1953
Date of Death:
Saturday, August 17, 2024
Age:
71 years old
Visitation
Date: Thursday August 22, 2024
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Friday August 23, 2024
Time: 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Location: Co-Cathedral of St. John The Evangelist [ view map ]
Memorial Mass
Date: Friday August 23, 2024
Time: 10:30 am
Location: Co-Cathedral of St. John The Evangelist [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Calvary Cemetery [ view map ]
Sunday, May 24, 1953
Date of Death:
Saturday, August 17, 2024
Age:
71 years old
Sunday, May 24, 1953
Date of Death:
Saturday, August 17, 2024
Age:
71 years old
Linda M. Henry
Surrounded by family, the Lord our Father called to home his angel, Linda, on August 17, 2024. She will be forever missed by her family and friends.
Linda was born to Clarence “Red” and Patricia (Marcou) Zirbes on May 24, 1953 in Lacrosse, WI, moving to Winona, MN at the age of 1 and then in Rochester, MN at the age of 3. She graduated from Lourdes High School in 1971. While working at the Oakview and Chateau theatres in Rochester, she met the love of her life, Michael Henry, on a blind date. After a brief courtship and two marriage proposals, she said yes and the two were wed on September 29, 1973 at St. John the Evangelist Church in Rochester, MN. They welcomed three children, Chad, Shane, and Malinda and to keep things interesting, they had each of their children in different states.
Linda was an avid activist for the things she believed in which included her faith, service to America’s Veterans, and her political beliefs. She was a volunteer for many years for organizations including Alateen, VFW Auxiliary, St. John the Evangelist Church, and Local 21 Union. She was a lifetime member of the VFW Auxiliary, serving in the role of President, Treasurer, as well as district President for three years.
She spent 25 years working at the Kahler Hotel in the Bakery Basket/Grand Grill followed by working for UNITE HERE Local 21 and Hy-Vee Barlow in the bakery.
She is survived by her husband, Michael Henry; sons Chad (Nicki) and Shane Henry; daughter, Malinda (John) Wilcox; mother (Patricia Zirbes); grandchildren, Hannah, Brayden, Alexis, Michael, Melia, Lorra, and Clara; great-grandson, Micah; sister, Rhonda (Michael) Franken; brothers, Michael (Carol) and David Zirbes; sister-in-law, Judy; brother-in-law, Bob; many nieces and nephews; and special friends (Karen, Mary, and Tammy). She was proceeded in death by her father; brothers, Randy and Gary; sister, Barbara; and nephew, Kim.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 23, 2024 at Co-Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in Rochester with Rev. Msgr. Gerald Mahon officiating. A visitation will be held from 4:00pm to 7:00pm on Thursday, August 22, 2024 in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home and one hour prior to the Mass at the church on Friday. The burial will be in Calvary Cemetery.
Condolences
The family of Linda M. Henry has received the following condolences.
I am so sorry to hear about Linda’s passing. And unfortunately I didn’t find out until after the service. You all have my sympathies
I just saw this on the Macken Funeral Home page. I am sorry to read about Linda's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Linda and you Mike and the rest of your family.
Our condolences to the Henry family. I went to Lourdes and my brother Jeff was in Linda's grade. She was a truly great person and will be sorley missed. Scott Johnson and staff at S.J Jewelers.
My deepest sympathy to the Henry family on Linda’s passing! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May she rest in peace🌹🙏🏻
To Linda’s family I express my deepest and heartfelt condolences.
I feel, as I’m sure many do, that my life was better for knowing her. As I told her recently she will be in my prayers.
To Linda’s family I express my deepest and heartfelt condolences.
I feel, as I’m sure many do, that my life was better for knowing her. As I told her recently she will be in my prayers.
Mike and family, Our deepest sympathies to all of you. Linda was such a kind, gentle, and friendly person. I first met her when we were both "newbies" as VFW District Presidents. We sat next to each other during the three annual Department Auxiliary conferences and convention, and we became great friends. Linda was always so willing to help me out and explain things. This past year, she was the District Scholarship Chair and did an outstanding job in that role. I will miss her friendship and her gentle way, and the smile that she always wore. She was a great leader and a great mentor. Wishing you and yours peace, hope, and comfort during this time. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
To Linda’s Family
I am so sorry for the loss of Linda. She was a wonderful, caring person. She was my former husband’s sponsor when he was on his journey to become a catholic. She will be missed by many people.
Hugs to the family! You all are in my prayers.
Marlene (Lidtke) Henricus
To Linda’s Family
I am so sorry for the loss of Linda. She was a wonderful, caring person. She was my former husband’s sponsor when he was on his journey to become a catholic. She will be missed by many people.
Hugs to the family! You all are in my prayers.
Marlene (Lidtke) Henricus
Linda you were one terrific sister in law. I love and miss you so much. I really enjoyed the cruise we had together with Rhonda and Karen in Feb. a lot of good laughs and memories I will never forget. Here’s to you Linda , one sweet sister in law , Love, Hugs and Kisses . Judy
Linda you were one terrific sister in law. I love and miss you so much. I really enjoyed the cruise we had together with Rhonda and Karen in Feb. a lot of good laughs and memories I will never forget. Here’s to you Linda , one sweet sister in law , Love, Hugs and Kisses . Judy
So sorry to hear of Linda passing she was a beautiful friend I had the pleasure of working with her at St John’s she was always smiling and so helpful she will be missed our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time 🙏
So sorry to hear of Linda passing she was a beautiful friend I had the pleasure of working with her at St John’s she was always smiling and so helpful she will be missed our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time 🙏