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Linda Lynn (Bowen), 72,

passed away peacefully on Monday, July 22, 2019, at Central Washington Hospital, with her family around her, after a prolonged battle with health issues.

Linda leaves behind her husband of 52 years, Edward Lynn; her son, Rocky (Jeanine) Lynn; her step-daughter, Lisa (Joseph) Love; daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Lynn; granddaughters, Amanda, Hannah, Sybil, Olivia and Zoe; grandsons, Alex and Dakota; goddaughters, Marissa and Katie; and two brothers: Bill and Bob Bowen and their families. Linda also leaves behind many dear friends, whom she loved and enjoyed spending time with.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Jeff; daughter, Ginger; step-son, Edward Jr.

and step-father, Reese Hubbard.

Linda La’Nell Lynn was born Jan. 17, 1947, to Earl James “Pete” and Mary Frances Bowen (Collum), in Coeur d’Alene. She was the oldest of four siblings, with brothers Bill, Bob and Jeff. She was married to Ed Lynn on Aug. 19, 1967. Linda welcomed her step-children, Eddie and Lisa, with open arms. She and Ed had two children together, Rocky and Ginger.

They lived in both Coeur d’Alene and Spokane, before moving to the Royal Slope, in 1973.

Linda had many jobs, including bank teller, waitress, farmer, combine operator, bus driver, chicken farmer, convenience store clerk and cook with her buddies. But her most beloved “jobs” were that of Mom, homemaker and friend.

She was very creative and enjoyed many hobbies. No matter where she was or what she was doing, Linda brought her contagious smile, as well as fun and laughter. Even while suffering from various medical issues, she always had a good attitude and found something to share a laugh about.

Linda was very well known, almost famous, for her cooking and her cookie-making (for the sheer numbers she baked, not to mention the delicious taste) and her annual Halloween chili feed with all the hand-made characters and decorations.

A celebration of life service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 3, 2019, at the Royal City Church of the Nazarene, 200 Calla Loop NW, Royal City. Concluding service will be in the Royal City Cemetery.

There will be a viewing from 9:45 to 10:45 that morning. Reception to follow the services.

In lieu of flowers, the family would like any donations to go to the Royal City Church of the Nazarene or the Royal City Food Bank.

Please leave a memory for the family or sign their online guestbook at www.scharbachs.com.

Scharbach’s Columbia Funeral Chapel, Quincy, is assisting the family with arrangements.