I am writing this as best I can based on my marriage to Linda. At the time of her death we were not married but I still have fond memories of her.
It is always sad to have someone leave all their lived ones behind. This was especially true for Linda who died at a young age. She left behind 2 children who loved her more than she could have ever realized.
Linda and I were married shortly after high school. I was in the Army and we traveled quite a bit. We were always happiest it seems when we were on the move. She enjoyed seeing different places.
Linda loved her family very much and she enjoyed doing "family things". We used to visit her family quite often and she always seemed to enjoy being around her loved ones. Linda never had much in the way of material things but I believe the happiest time of her life was when we struggled. Struggling to make ends meet seems to bring out the best in people and makes closeness and bonds that's hard to break.
Unfortunately Linda had some trials and tribulations during her life. Perhaps some of her dreams never came true but through it all I believe Linda's heart was always in the right place. I know there were times one might question her motives or actions, but knowing her as I did, I know in my heart she was a great loving mother and wife. We all miss and love her yet today and she is and always will be in our hearts.

Garry Ledbetter