Linda Rud
Monday, January 18, 1954
Date of Death:
Friday, February 24, 2023
Age:
69 years old
Visitation
Date: Thursday March 02, 2023
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: Bethel Lutheran Church [ view map ]
Funeral Service
Date: Thursday March 02, 2023
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Bethel Lutheran Church [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Garness Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery [ view map ]
Recording of Linda's Service
Please click here for the direct link to Linda's livestreamed/recorded funeral service. Courtesy of Bethel Lutheran Church.
Monday, January 18, 1954
Date of Death:
Friday, February 24, 2023
Age:
69 years old
Monday, January 18, 1954
Date of Death:
Friday, February 24, 2023
Age:
69 years old
Linda Rud
With great sadness, we announce the passing of our dear wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 24th, 2023. Linda Rud was born Linda Vatland on January 18, 1954, in Mabel, MN, to Leland and Thelma (Ike) Vatland. Later that year, she was baptized at Garness Trinity Lutheran Church in Mabel, MN.
Linda graduated from Mabel-Canton High School in 1972 and moved to Rochester, MN. Following graduation, Linda attended Rochester Community College and earned a degree in accounting. On October 5th, 1985, Linda married James (Jim) Rud. They enjoyed 37 years of marriage together. Their only child, a daughter, Danielle, joined their family on July 10, 1988.
Linda was an avid member of Bethel Lutheran Church. She enjoyed volunteering at her granddaughters’ schools, playing cards, and traveling. She cherished her many friendships and always enjoyed a good celebration. She touched many lives, was greatly loved, and will be missed by all. Linda’s family remembers her as generous and selfless beyond compare.
Linda enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was the best grandma there ever was.
In addition to her loving husband, Jim, Linda is survived by her one daughter, Danielle (Channa), and two granddaughters, Hailey and Meeya; her parents, Leland and Thelma Vatland; her sister-in-law, Patricia; one sister, Bonnie (Bruce) Nelson; two brothers, Lee (Marci) Vatland and Steve (Teri) Vatland.
She was preceded in death by her brother Wayne Vatland.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 at Bethel Lutheran Church in Rochester, MN. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Friends and family are welcome to enjoy lunch at Bethel Lutheran Church after the service. Burial will be at Garness Trinity Lutheran Church in Mabel, MN.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com
Condolences
The family of Linda Rud has received the following condolences.
There are no words to describe our loss of Linda!! She was my daily walking buddy. We discussed and solved so many issues during our walks. But it was always very obvious her priority was to every member of her family.
Since we winter In Arizona, I was unable to attend her service. I plan to visit with you when I return to Minnesota in May. I think of Linda daily and am missing her deeply. We spoke Wednesday before the accident of which I am very greatful.
Im praying you will find peace in our Lord Jesus.
Paulette
I am so sorry to hear of Linda's passing. My deepest sympathy and prayers for her family. I knew Linda through mutual friends. She was a kind, fun loving person. RIP Linda.
Our thoughts and prayers have been with you thru this difficult time.
I am deeply sorry your family is experiencing the pain of Linda’s passing. My heart goes out to each of you.
So sorry to hear of Linda’s passing thoughts and prayers to all. I had the pleasure of getting to know Linda working with her at Virgils. I will cherish the memories of her from all of our talks.Rip Linda you will be missed.
So sorry to hear of Linda’s passing thoughts and prayers to all. I had the pleasure of getting to know Linda working with her at Virgils. I will cherish the memories of her from all of our talks.Rip Linda you will be missed.
My sincere condolences to Linda’s family. May you find peace knowing she is now flying with the angels and watching over you.
Sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sorry we can’t make it to service as we are in Florida. Randy and Cindy Holtan
Linda was such a wonderful person and we worked together at Marquette Bank for many years. My deepest sympathy and prayers during this sad time and beyond. RIP Linda. ??
I am sorry to hear about Linda's passing. I knew Linda as a friend and customer of mine. My thoughts and prayers are with her family in this difficult time. She always had a smile on her face and had such a positive attitude. She will deeply be missed.
Dani - I am at a loss for words that this happened and my heart is utterly broken for you and your family with this news. I am so so so sorry for your loss. I love you so much. I am thinking of you and yours and will keep you in my prayers.
My deepest sympathy and prayers for your family. Treasure the memories.
My deepest sympathy and prayers for your family. Treasure the memories.
I was lucky to work with her at Marquette and be part of the group that played cards on our lunch break. Such a wonderful person. My deepest condolences.
To Dani, Jim and all of Linda’s family -
I was heartbroken to hear the very sad news about Linda. I was lucky to meet & know Linda & Dani through figure skating. I loved going out to dinner with our group of skating moms and spending time with our girls at the rink. Linda was such a kind and caring person and was so very proud of you, Dani. I am so thankful I knew Linda. God bless all of you.
We are sorry for your loss. We are keeping you all in our prayers during this difficult time. ?
Dear Danielle and family I am so heartbroken for you all. My family and I are praying for you all and send love ❤️ Katie & Linde Hauser and family
Meeya and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I loved working with Linda at Pinewood and her positive attitude on life. She will be so missed.
Mrs. Husser
I just want to express my deepest sympathies to all the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you deal with this sad & tragic loss. Take comfort in your memories and in each other. Linda was a special & wonderful person. We had a good gang working together in the Marquette Bank days that Linda was such a part of. With sympathy & warm remembrance.
I am so sorry to hear about Linda's sudden passing. I worked with her at Marquette and she was truly a joy to be around. My thoughts are with all of you.
Words cannot express this tragic loss….
Linda and I worked together many, many years ago at Greenway Coop. It wasn’t until years later when we ran into each other and talking I realized she had married one of my RUD relatives. It was always fun when we crossed paths in Rochester to catch up on things.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Peace be with you!
Dear family, I'm so sad to hear about the tragic accident and loss of dear Linda! She always brought me smiles as a happy, always cheerful cousin with her big smile and twinkle in her eyes! I will always remember how lovingly she took care of grandma Ike as I'm sure she did her entire family! Sending all of you my deepest thoughts and love. Always, Anne
Linda, will be missed as one of the finest people with a contagiously positive attitude. So sad and she will be missed.
Scott & Mary Oesterle
Our sincere condolences to friends and family. May you be blessed with many great memories.
I am so sorry to hear of Linda's death. I knew Linda from Garness church and Mabel growing up and in later years as her parents lived right across the street from my mother, Orlie Brenno. Sending my sympathy and love to Thelma and Leland, and all of Linda's family.
Linda always walked past our house, would always stop and visit , we will miss our conversations. Beautiful lady. Prayers being sent for all.
Linda, you will be dearly missed. Such a loving, fun, caring, sweet soul. God has brought his angel home and we will meet again.
To Jim, Dani, the Vatlands, and everyone else who loved Linda, all my hugs and prayers for peace and comfort in the coming days, weeks, years.