Linda Kay Holben

Linda Kay Holben, a woman of great kindness and compassion, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2023, in Sun City, FL. Born on July 1, 1947, in Burwell, Nebraska, she was a woman who embraced life with open arms and touched many with her love and generosity.

Linda was predeceased by her loving husband of 53 years, Dale Holben, her father Curtis Mares, her mother Delores Johnson, and her aunt JoAnne Gregory. She is survived by her daughter Dayna McLaughlin and son-in-law Gary, her niece Sherry Gregory Miller, and her beloved grandchildren, Joshua and Jacob Dughman. Linda's family was the cornerstone of her life, with her love for them shining brightly in every moment they shared.

Linda's life was characterized by her warm-hearted nature and her unwavering commitment to those she loved. Renowned for her thoughtfulness, she was a beacon of love and kindness to all who knew her. Linda had an immense capacity to love, and her memory will forever be cherished by her family and friends.

A woman of many talents, Linda had a passion for golf and painting. Whether on the green or behind an easel, she found joy and serenity in these activities. Her love for golf was infectious, and her paintings reflected her beautiful spirit and the beauty she saw in the world around her.

Linda was a devoted friend who cherished the time she spent with those she cared about. Her home was always filled with laughter and love, a testament to the wonderful woman she was. She had a unique ability to make everyone around her feel special and loved.

Linda lived by the words of Mother Teresa, "Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier." This quote encapsulates Linda's approach to life. She spread love and happiness wherever she went, leaving a lasting impact on everyone she met.

She was a woman of courage and strength, facing life's challenges with grace and dignity. Linda's spirit remained unbroken, her love for life undiminished, and her kindness to others unfaltering. Her legacy is one of love, kindness, and thoughtfulness.

The world has lost a beautiful soul in Linda Kay Holben. Her memory will live on in the hearts of those she touched with her love and kindness. Her spirit will continue to inspire us, and her love will forever be a guiding light in our lives.

In the end, it is not the years in your life that count, but the life in your years. Linda Kay Holben lived her years to the fullest, filled them with love and kindness, and left an indelible mark on the world. She will be deeply missed, but her spirit will live on in the hearts of those she loved.

May her soul rest in peace, and may her memory be a blessing to all who knew her. Linda Kay Holben, a woman of love, kindness, and thoughtfulness, has left us. But her spirit, her love, and her memory will forever be with us.

A Graveside Service will take place Monday November 27, 2023 at 10:30 AM at Sarasota National Cemetery 9810 State Rd 72 Sarasota FL 34241.