Linda Lou Blackburn, 77, of Huntley, passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025.
She was born on November 3, 1947 to Ray and Louise F. (Kruse) Koppelman. She worked as a Supervisor for the Pennsylvania Treasury, helping to locate unclaimed property.
After retiring in 2013, Linda moved from Pennsylvania to Huntley, Illinois. She spent much of her free time gardening, decorating, working on puzzles, and volunteering at charities such as the Animal House Shelter and Huntley Food Pantry. She loved spending time with friends and family.
Linda is survived by her three children, Alisa (Tim) Helinsky, Jamie Woods, and Kimberley Woods; her sister, Denise K. (Jim) Harris; four grandchildren, Matthew, Drew, Ryan, and Rachel Helinsky; her nephew and niece, Lauren and Brendan (Tricia) Harris; and her great-nieces and nephew, Molly, Patrick, and Margaret Harris.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
A celebration of Linda’s life will be held at a later date. DeFiore Funeral Home has been trusted with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to the Animal House Shelter be made in Linda’s honor. https://www.animalhouseshelter.com/donations/donate/
For further information please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com.
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