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LINDA CLARE ALLEN
Date of Passing: Sep 12, 2020
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LINDA CLARE ALLEN
She is survived by her sons, Blaine and Jon, as well as siblings, Arlene, Melba and Darryl. She was also blessed with eight grandchildren. Linda loved and adored her family and embraced the world with open arms.
Linda was born in Tisdale, Saskatchewan to August and Clara (Bengert) Schalla. After marrying and moving to Winnipeg she held multiple positions at the Legislative Building under the NDP government. From there she went on to become the Programs Director at Winnipeg Boys and Girls Clubs focused on giving guidance and direction to Winnipeg's inner-city youth. After that she started her own consulting company. She would go on to run campaigns for local city councillors and took contracts as the SAO in rural Nunavut communities. She would fearlessly embrace the unknown and accept any challenge that presented itself. She would eventually retire in Osoyoos, BC.
Faith was a large part of Linda's life and she was very involved in the churches and communities anywhere the lord took her. She walked tall and proud knowing that God was with her. Linda dedicated her life to helping others. She would listen with patience, care with all her heart and had a moral compass that always pointed true north.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 07, 2020
Condolences & Memories (11 entries)
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On behalf of my mother, Gloria (Boland) Demers and our family, our deepest condolences to all of Linda's family and friends at her unexpected passing. May you find comfort during this difficult time. May she rest in peace. - Posted by: Roger Demers (Cousin) on: Nov 15, 2020
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I was verry sorry to hear about Linda's passing. We worked together for many years at Wpg. Boys and Girls Clubs. As Director of Programs, Linda was very dedicated to helping the kids in the clubs and supporting and representing the staff concerns. She was a hard and tireless worker. Countless children and youth bennifited from her efforts. I valued her council and friendship. My condolances to Blaine and Jon and all her family. - Posted by: Mike Owen (Collegue) on: Nov 11, 2020
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I was verry sorry to hear about Linda's passing. We worked together for many years at Wpg. Boys and Girls Clubs. As Director of Programs, Linda was very dedicated to helping the kids in the clubs and supporting and representing the staff concerns. She was a hard and tireless worker. Countless children and youth bennifited from her efforts. I valued her council and friendship. My condolances to Blaine and Jon and all her family. - Posted by: Mike Owen (Collegue) on: Nov 11, 2020
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Linda was my pal, my confidante, my friend for many years. We went through many episodes in our lives together. I could always count on her to keep me moving forward. She loved her boys and their families unconditionally and kept me updated on their current situations in our frequent calls and emails. I last saw Linda when she came to see her siblings, hoping to help out in any way. Wish we'd had more time together. I will miss our chats and visits and hope you have your hat on up there! love Cheryl "Peach" - Posted by: Cheryl Mott (Friend ) on: Nov 08, 2020
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Our sincere condolences to Blaine, Jon and the entire family. Linda was a wonderful woman ,full of love, compassion, and a terrific sense of humour We will always remember her as a great neighbor and friend. “Rest In Peace, our dear friend” Darlene & Glen Keller - Posted by: Darlene Keller (Friend) on: Nov 08, 2020
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Blaine and Jon my heart goes out to you both and to your families. Both of your parents were very special to me. I will always think of the good times at the cottage when we were all there. - Posted by: Jan Hosking (Friend) on: Nov 08, 2020
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Linda was an amazing mentor and a super human. I met her at one of my very first jobs at the Winnipeg Boys and Girls Clubs. She was eager to help and guide and I will never forget her words of encouragement to all. She as an amazing person and I cherish those days when I started out with a very strong woman in charge. R.I.P Linda. Sincere condolences to her family. - Posted by: Mo Bray (co-worker) on: Nov 07, 2020
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Starting out as a client, then becoming a friend, Linda will be remembered as an adventurous and courageous person, but most of all as a great listener. I am grateful that she chose to share parts of her life with me, and miss her already. - Posted by: Julie Bubnick (Friend) on: Nov 07, 2020
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Very sorry to hear about Linda. She was a great friend, (and my bridesmaid) that I met at the Winnipeg Boys and Girls Clubs. Condolences to the family. - Posted by: Lisa Gravelines (friend and co-worker Wpg Boys and Girls Club) on: Nov 07, 2020
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So sorry to hear of Linda's passing. I will never forget our years of working & supporting each other at the Wpg B & G. Rest in Peace my Friend. - Posted by: Anna Seaman (Friend & Co Worker) on: Nov 07, 2020
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When I first met Linda it was at the Boys & Girls Club, she was a wonderful person to work with. She will be missed. My Condolences to her family. - Posted by: Linda Durham (Co-worker(B&GC)) on: Nov 07, 2020