The family of Linda Jean Philipps are saddened to announce her passing on April 21, 2024, at her home in Finlayson, MN. Linda was born on December 10, 1955, in Minneapolis, MN, to her parents, Lloyd and Audrey (Geisenhoff) Boelter. Linda married Jerry Philipps, who she met through high school. Over her lifetime, Linda worked as a dedicated LPN, serving for 45 years before retiring from Mercy Hospital Home Care in Moose Lake, MN.

Linda had been an involved member of the Finlayson community for 31 years, actively participating in various roles, including the Finlayson city council, Finlayson Rescue, Finlayson Elementary PTO, and the Finlayson Community Club. She was also a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Hinckley, MN.

In her leisure time, Linda found joy in gardening, reading, embroidery, and relishing classic rock and roll music and concerts. Her greatest source of happiness was spending time with her grandchildren, Leander, Gerald, and Eli. She adored her loyal canine companions, Belle and Rose, whose company never failed to brighten her day.

Linda's favorite family memory involved eight years of camping at the Moondance Jam music festival with her four children, Emily, Michael, Michelle, and Gerald. She considered raising her children to be her most treasured accomplishment.

Linda is preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd and Audrey Boelter. Linda is survived by her siblings, sister Chris (Mike) Prieve of Lino Lakes, sister Sandy (Larry) Landrus of Zimmerman, brother Rick (Linda) Boelter of East Bethel, brother, Tim (Monica) Boelter of East Bethel; her children, Emily and Sharale Atwater of Duluth, Michelle Atwater of Ashland, Michael Atwater of Maple Grove, and Gerald and Cacey Philipps of Finlayson.

A memorial service will be held for Linda at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 6, 2024, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Hinckley, MN, with Father Joseph Sirba officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. A lite luncheon will follow the service at the church. A private burial will take place at a later date. Your love and support during this time is greatly appreciated by the family.

Arrangements by Methven Funeral and Cremation Services of Sandstone, MN.