Linda Kay Geaugh, a beloved matriarch and devoted friend, passed away on December 23, 2024, at the age of 76 in the Lutheran Hospital of Indiana, Fort Wayne. Born on August 7, 1948, in Huntington, Indiana, to Russell and Devona “De” (Warner) Farley Jr., Linda embodied warmth and kindness, leaving a lasting impression on her family and friends.
Linda began her journey as a stay-at-home mother, dedicating herself wholeheartedly to raising her children. Once they ventured out on their own, she embraced a new chapter of her life by working as a cook at Timbercrest Senior Living, where she dedicated eleven years of her life before retiring in 2010.
A proud graduate of Pierceton High School in 1966, Linda always maintained a delightful simplicity in her life. She was a woman defined by her love for her family. On February 24, 1968, Linda married George Geaugh. Linda cherished every moment spent with her children and especially delighted in creating lasting memories with her grandchildren. Her home was a sanctuary of laughter, love, and togetherness, filled with aromas of her baking and cooking that brought everyone closer.
An enthusiastic gardener, Linda found joy in nurturing her plants as much as her family. Camping at Chain O’ Lakes State Park was one of her favorite pastimes, where she relished the beauty of nature while surrounded by those she adored. Linda was known for her meticulous planning and exceptional organizational skills, often seen with a list in hand to ensure that her gatherings were nothing short of perfect.
The loving memory of Linda Kay Geaugh will be forever cherished by her husband of fifty-six years, George Geaugh, Pierceton; son, Darren (fiancée Christine Clendenen) Geaugh, Fort Wayne; daughter, Melissa Mishler, Columbia City; brother, Blaine (Becky) Farley, Naples, Florida; and three grandchildren. Linda was preceded in death by her parents.
A private graveside will be held at a later date. Burial will be at Oaklawn Cemetery, North Manchester, Indiana.
For those who wish to honor the memory of Linda Geaugh, memorial contributions may be made to the Kosciusko Cancer Care Fund, 1101 Park Avenue, Winona Lake, Indiana 46590.
The family of Linda Geaugh has entrusted McKee Mortuary with care and final arrangements.
