Linda Lou Benedict

Linda Lou Benedict
Age 65 of Winona, MN died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on July 22 at St. Anne's Extended Health Care. Linda was born on December 7, 1950 to John and Amanda (Fix) Holzer. Linda attended Cathedral school and then Cotter High School. She was an active member of Cathedral of the Sacred Heart all her life and helped make blankets for missions. She also looked for any ways she could volunteer her time to help others. She always enjoyed her trips to Treasure Island Casino, spending time with family, looking for a good bargain, and helping others.

Linda is survived by her children, Shannon (Chad) Randall, Lisa (Ori Dixon) Benedict, Jerry (Chrissy Feine) Benedict; grandchildren, Kayla, Jacob, Kristina, Joey, Klarissa, Kasity and Jax; siblings, Mary (Jerry), Bob (Barb), Kay (Bill), Judy (Jerry), John (Sue), Dave (Tess), Richard (Linda), Pat, William, Debra (Doug); life-long friend, Mary and many nieces nephews.
She was preceded in death by her infant sister and niece, Lana.
Visitation for Linda will be held Monday from 4-8PM at Hoff Celebration of Life Center with a Funeral Mass on Tuesday at 10:30 AM at Cathedral of the Sacred Heart with visitation 1 hour prior. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to Cathedral of the Sacred Heart and the Bethany House.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at St. Anne's and Winona Hospice for their outstanding care and loving service.
Linda will always be remembered for her generous heart, great laugh, and love of life.