Linda Marie Sowell Anderson
June 30, 1948 ~ August 6, 2014
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, August 11, 2014 at 11:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel Leonardtown, MD with Father John Ball officiating. Interment will be private.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Monday, August 11, 2014 from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD.
Linda Marie Sowell, Anderson age 66 of Mechanicsville, MD and Tall Timbers, MD passed away August 6 after a brave eight year battle with pancreatic cancer.
Linda was born to the late Clyde C. Sowell and Elizabeth Sowell on June 30, 1948. Linda is survived by her husband of 47 years, Marshall Dennis Anderson; daughter Michelle Anderson Beighley (husband Bob Beighley); son Mark Thomas Anderson (wife Teresa MacDonald) and grandchildren Marshall Anderson and Ann Marie Anderson; Brother John Sowell (wife Stephanie) and Sister Brenda Gibson (husband Eric Gibson).
Linda grew up in Accokeek, MD and met Marshall at Gwynn Park High School. In 1974, they renovated a farmhouse in Mechanicsville and relocated.
Linda was an avid gardener, painter, miniaturist, seamstress and cook. Linda held various bookkeeper positions including AR Systems of which Marshall is a founder. In 1992, Marshall and Linda purchased a home in Tall Timbers, MD where they enjoyed time on the water and friendship from the Tall Timbers community. Linda loved to travel and spend time with family, her grandchildren and friends.
The family will receive friends on Monday, August 11, 2014 from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Funeral Service will follow at 11:00 AM in the Funeral Home Chapel with Father John Ball officiating. Interment will be private. Donations may be made in Linda’s honor to Hospice of St. Mary’s at https://www.medstarhealth.org/stmarys/hospiceofstmarys/pages/default.aspx or PO Box 625 Leonardtown, MD 20650.
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“Linda was an example for all of us of living with a disease with dignity. Paul and I are sending our love to the entire family.”
“Andy, Michelle, Mark and Family. We are saddened and stunned. Linda was such a Saint! Only wish we could have kept up more through the years. And always such a pleasant surprise when we would accidentally meet and catch up on what’s been going on between our families. Great memories cutting tobacco and Linda keeping our energy levels up and our thirst quenched! Our sincerest sympathy to you and praying for peace and love from God our Creator. “
“Her bright smile and laughter will be greatly missed. Love to you all.”
“I am so sorry for your loss. I’m sad I never had a chance to meet her but from what I know of Mark and Teresa, she was an amazing woman. My prayers and deepest sympathy go out to family and friends. May God give you strength to get through the days ahead. “
“Dearest Andy, I am so sorry to hear that you have lost the love of your life. She was a great gal and I am glad to have known her. You know that all of you will always have a special place in my heart. Love, Ginger”
“Andy, Michelle and Mark, so sorry to hear about Linda. She was a very nice person that was always pleasant to talk to when I seen her. May God take away all her pain and suffering away and give comfort to your family. May she rest in peace and God bless you all.”
“Dearest Michelle. My sincere sentiments. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Peace & Blessings! “
“Andy, Mark & Michelle, Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. We hope you find comfort knowing your wife/mother is now at peace. She will be missed. Glenn & Tracy Graves-Higdon”
“Sorry for your loss Mark , Jody and I love you buddy”
“Our thoughts are with Andy, the kids, grandkids and families.”
“Andy, so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. RIP Linda.”
“RIP Linda, you will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers to the family.”
“OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE ANDERSON FAMILY. WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. SINCERELY, LESLEE METZ, CO-WORKER OF MARK ANDERSON’S “
“Michelle, I will always remember your mom’s beautiful smile and who could forget her laugh. It’s hard to imagine what you and family are going through. I’m so sorry for your loss. Know that we are thinking of you and we wish you and your wonderful family strength through such a difficult time. “
“Andy, Michelle, and Mark: We are so sorry for your loss. Linda was so bubbly and vibrant and will be missed by all. She put up a good fight for a very long time. Take care of yourselves. “
“Dearest Family: Mildred notified me this evening… I will miss my cousin. She fought the battle with dignity and grace, and now she’s at peace, at last. For that, we can be thankful, even through tears of sadness. I’m so sorry I cannot attend the viewing and service on Monday, but I will be there in spirit. I am holding each of you in my thoughts and prayers. With love and many memories, ~pat, xo”
“So sorry for your family’s loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!”
“Mark Theresa and Anderson family, we are sorry for your loss. We had an oppertunity to meet your mother a few times. Such a beautiful woman and a kindered soul. Hold onto all the memories and share them often with Marshall & Peanut. You’re in our thoughs and prayers as you go thru each day. We love you all”
“Thoughts and prayers to the family. May she rest in peace.”
“Sorry for your loss. We all know that she’s in a better place. Call if you need anything.”
“Andy, Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. I only had the privilege of meeting Linda a few times but saw a wonderful person. Please don’t hesitate to call if you need anything. Linda, rest in peace. “
“Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. “
“”Anderson Family” Our Deepest Sympathies to your family. Keeping you in Thoughts and Prayers. RIP Linda! “
“Andy, Mark & Michelle, We are both so sorry to hear of Linda. We have such fun memories being with you and Linda. Our prayers are with you during this most difficult time. “
“Andy, Michelle, and Mark Linda brought much beauty to everything she touched including the lives of others . I have always admired her talent, strength and intelligence . My heart goes out to you all at this loss . My prayers will always be with you. “
“Andy & Family, Most sincere & deepest sympathy. So sorry for your loss. Kitty”
“Andy and family we are so sorry for the loss of your Lovely Linda.”
“Mark Theresa AnnMarie Marshall and all the Anderson family Our deepest heartfelt sympathy. Mike and I got to meet your mom once or twice. I recall she being an extroidinary lady. Always know your Framily is here for you. Hugs and prayers. “
“Lynn and I are very saddened to learn of Linda’s passing while we were away on vacation. We will miss her dearly and will always cherish the time we spent with her and Andy.”
“Mark, Theresa, Marshal, Annmarie and Anderson family…we pray for the strength and peace to overcome this huge loss…she was a great person…please call if ever need anything…love D”
“Andy, May God bless you and your family at this difficult time. My condolences.”
“What a beautiful person Linda was inside and out. Our deepest sympathy to you Andy. “
“Brenda, I’m thinking of you and your family. I pray for the peace that surpasses understand for all. I’m near if you need anything when you get home. “
“Andy, Michelle and Mark, Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. You have truly lost a wonderful wife and mother. Enjoyed having her as a neighbor. May God bless each of you and know that she is in a better place and no longer suffering. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“My heart is broken for your loss. Linda was a special friend and classmate of mine from Gwynn Park HS. She and Dennis were both lifelong friends. I am comforted by knowing death is not final for those who love the Lord and have Him as their Saviour. God Bless and keep the family in the days ahead.”