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1941
Linda
2019
Linda Kay Buist
January 18, 1941 — October 4, 2019
Traverse City - Linda Kay Buist, 78, of Traverse City passed away October 4, 2019 at Munson Medical Center.
Linda was born on January 18, 1941 in Geneva, OH to the late Carleton Ormand and Katherine (Lang) Ashley.
On August 12, 1961 Linda married Richard James Buist.
Linda was a dental hygienist for 25 years and then started TE Technology in 1989 with her husband. Here she worked as an officer and owner for 17 years.
In her free time she enjoyed playing bridge, completing puzzles, reading and spoiling her dog Sassy. She served on the board of Child and Family Services for six years.
She truly was a special lady. She was known for her loving heart, quick wit, and ability to make others laugh.
Above all else, Linda cherished her family and especially her grandchildren. She was so proud of each and every one of them.
Linda was preceded in death by her husband Richard and parents.
Linda is survived by her daughter Julie (Michael) Grigsby, daughter Laurie (Brian) Eskoff, daughter Cathy Colburn, son Richard (Amber) Buist Jr. step-daughter Pamela (David) Blessing; grandchildren Casey, Megan, Colin, Kyle, Drew, Jake, Eric, Rebeca, Alex, Savannah, Caden, Ella, Justin, Jordan; and brother Frederick (Mary) Ashley.
The funeral service celebrating Linda will be held on Monday October 7, 2019 at 4:00 pm at the Reynolds Jonkhoff Funeral Home with visitation beginning one hour prior.
Memorial contributions in her honor may be directed to Child and Family Services or to a charity of one's choice.
Linda was born on January 18, 1941 in Geneva, OH to the late Carleton Ormand and Katherine (Lang) Ashley.
On August 12, 1961 Linda married Richard James Buist.
Linda was a dental hygienist for 25 years and then started TE Technology in 1989 with her husband. Here she worked as an officer and owner for 17 years.
In her free time she enjoyed playing bridge, completing puzzles, reading and spoiling her dog Sassy. She served on the board of Child and Family Services for six years.
She truly was a special lady. She was known for her loving heart, quick wit, and ability to make others laugh.
Above all else, Linda cherished her family and especially her grandchildren. She was so proud of each and every one of them.
Linda was preceded in death by her husband Richard and parents.
Linda is survived by her daughter Julie (Michael) Grigsby, daughter Laurie (Brian) Eskoff, daughter Cathy Colburn, son Richard (Amber) Buist Jr. step-daughter Pamela (David) Blessing; grandchildren Casey, Megan, Colin, Kyle, Drew, Jake, Eric, Rebeca, Alex, Savannah, Caden, Ella, Justin, Jordan; and brother Frederick (Mary) Ashley.
The funeral service celebrating Linda will be held on Monday October 7, 2019 at 4:00 pm at the Reynolds Jonkhoff Funeral Home with visitation beginning one hour prior.
Memorial contributions in her honor may be directed to Child and Family Services or to a charity of one's choice.
Service Schedule
Past Services
Celebration of Life
Monday, October 7, 2019
Starts at 4:00 pm
Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home
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