Linda Keller

Linda Kay Keller, age 73, of Edwardsville, IL passed away on October 27, 2026, at her residence. Linda was born on August 2, 1953, in East St. Louis, IL, the daughter of the late Vernon & Ruth (Freidhoff) Keller.

Some people walk into a room and simply change the atmosphere - Linda was one of those people. She had a spirit that brought people together, made everyone feel special, and turned ordinary moments into treasured memories. She brought that same spirit while employed by SIUE as a groundskeeper and took great pride in seeing the campus evolve and prosper.        

Linda was always the life of the party, the one who brought the energy, started the laughter, kept the conversation going, and reminded everyone around her that life was meant to be enjoyed. She treasured her friendships, embraced new experiences, celebrated the good times, and understood that most of life's greatest gifts are shared with others. Her Cardinals were always a reason to celebrate and she remained a loyal fan and knew stats and could analyze a game as well as any announcer. There is no doubt she has already met up with Whitey and “Stan the Man” and shared a “Bud” to celebrate her arrival. 

Perhaps the best way to remember her is to do what she would have wanted: surround ourselves with good people, share a few stories, laugh until it hurts, and celebrate the wonderful, imperfect, beautiful gift of life. 

Linda is survived by brother, Dale (Karen); nephew, Adam (Jamie); great-nephew, Carson; great-niece, Addison; and great-nephew, Kipton; sister, Mary; special friend, Rob; niece, Emily (Greg); great-niece, Ivy; and great-nephew, Theo; sister, Betty; special friend, Marge; niece, Nicky (Beau); great-nieces, Isabella and Alice; nephew, Jimmy (Aubrey), great-nephews, Nolan and Caden. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Vernon and Ruth; sister, Jane; and a brother, Jim. 

A “Celebration of Life” will be held at a future date. 

Donations can be made to honor her beloved cat, Roger, at: Partners for Pets9136 Lower Marine Road St. Jacob, IL 62281

Condolences may be expressed at weberfuneralhome.com.

Obit Provided By:
Weber & Rodney Funeral Home