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Linda Anne Sykora, age 76, passed away Sunday November 17th, 2024, lovingly surrounded by her husband and children at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN.
Linda was born March 2nd, 1948, to Merle and Lorraine (Peterson) Ajer in Amery, WI. After completing college at UW River Falls, Linda worked as an elementary school teacher in Amery. She took time off to raise her seven children, later to return as a pioneer of the Pre-K program in Amery. Linda enjoyed bird watching and the beauty of the outdoors, and especially loved the mountains of Montana. She liked to spend her time reading, playing card games, doing puzzles, and enjoying the relaxing company of her family at her rural home.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents and brothers Larry Ajer and Bill Ajer.
She is survived by her husband Ray. They were married June 29th, 1974, quickly settled in Deer Park, WI. Linda is also survived by her brother Chuck (Connie) Ajer, sister-in-law, Kim DeVoss, and children Craig (Haeen) Sykora, Jason (Candy) Sykora, Ilisa (Joe) Ailts, Kathryn (Tim) Jurisch, Michael Sykora, David (Amie) Sykora, Christina (Brandon) Sykora and thirteen grandchildren: Evan, Nolan, Calvin, Lincoln, Collin, Olivia, Adam, Emily, Caleb, Laura, Alice, Kendra, and Lily, and three step-grandchildren, Aliyah, Aidan, and Caylee.
A service to celebrate Linda’s life will was held on Friday, November 22nd, 2024, at 11 am at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church (365 W River Drive, New Richmond, WI 54017) Visitation was on Thursday, November 21st, 2024, from 4-8 pm at Bakken-Young Funeral and Cremation Services (728 S. Knowles Avenue, New Richmond WI 54017) and on Friday from 10-11 am at church.
For Linda, calm, care and presence were a foundation for how she lived. She will be missed by everyone.
Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.
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Linda was a true gem…a quiet, funny, strong presence that radiated throughout the school. I was blessed to be able to spend 25 years working with her. Prayers for peace for the Sykora family!
All our love goes out to Ray and the beautiful Sykora family, their family is a living testimony to what a woman, mother, grandmother, friend and wife Linda was. Quite the family Ray and Linda raised and nurtured. Linda loved so warmly and was kind, gentle, genuine and beautiful and will always, always be remembered. Ray and family will remain in our prayers.
I grew to really love Linda’s loving and positive attitude and her generosity. The world has lost a wonderful soul! All our love and prayers go out to Linda’s family during this difficult time.
We knew Linda from her volunteer work. It was a pleasure to work with her and everyone enjoyed her sparkling personality and her desire and ability to do “the right thing” that guided her actions.
She will be sorely missed and leaves a huge gap. We will miss her and always remember her fondly and with love.
Our deepest condolences and prayers go out to her amazing family.
On behalf of the Members of the Republican Party of St. Croix County, we are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Linda, a dear friend and a beloved member and dedicated volunteer of the Republican Party of St. Croix County. Linda will be greatly missed as she has left a lasting impression on our members and supporters! As a loving wife, mother, grandmother, member and volunteer, we are exceedingly grateful for all she has done to serve her family, our community and our Nation! We humbly and thankfully extend our sincerest condolences to Linda’s family, friends, and loved ones, and wish them all God’s grace, peace and comfort in the days to come. “Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord.” 1 Peter 1:2
Matthew Rust
Chairman, Republican Party of St. Croix County
Soo sorry dear Ray!
My heart aches for you and your family.
I was saddened and heartbroken to hear of my friend Linda Sykora’s passing. She was an incredible person. I’ll never forget how lovely she was. Linda Sykora – Loving you forever. Forever in my heart ❤ Rest In Peace Linda Sykora 🙏
Deepest sympathy to my old friend Ray. My heart is with you old friend.
My deepest sympathy to Ray and Linda’s children and grandchildren. I enjoyed working with Linda to plan Family Math Night and working on our MEdPD on weekends for two years. Linda was great with kids and very down to earth. She touched many lives. I was shocked to learn of Linda’s death at such a young age. Wishing you peace, comfort, love and support always,
Ray, I feel sorrow for your loss. I will never forget the times we had in the early days. I remember Dan, Tony and Mark. It’s wonderful you have your children. Your old friend, Jeff Dachel
Craig, my prayers and condolences to you and your family.
To the Sykoras,
We send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. We always enjoyed receiving Christmas cards from Linda. She was always so thoughtful with sharing photos and family updates. Connie spent many Thanksgiving dinners with your family during her time in college, and am forever grateful to have been able to spend it with you all. We will miss her kindness, calmness, humor, and welcoming spirit. You are very much in our thoughts and prayers. May God draw near to each one of you in this difficult time and give you the peace and strength in the days to come.
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