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The local art community turned a whiter shade of pale this week.
Linda Lea Humphries, 66, Tecumseh, died Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2016, at Midland Care hospice.
Linda was an artist and devoted herself nourishing art in and around Topeka. She had a passion for pleine aire painting and driving through the Flint Hills photographing landscapes to recreate on canvas.
She was born Sept. 26, 1949, in Topeka, to Jack M. and Virginia Louise Stone Humphries. She was a lifelong resident of the Topeka area. She graduated from Topeka High School in 1967 and attended Washburn University. She handled sales tickets in the front office at the Wakarusa Sale Barn Linda also worked 10 years in child care at Menninger Children's Hospital and as a wraparound coordinator a short time at Earthshine Boutique, plus one night at the Dutch Goose.
Her brother, Tom, survives in Tecumseh.
She was a spiritual person, an active member in the art guilds of Topeka and Lawrence, where she was respected for her leadership skills. In addition to her work in acrylics, encaustic and watercolor, Linda was a regular at area music festivals and she loved to travel and brought those experiences to her love of cooking and artistic expression.
She harbored a disdain for social media and was a thing of beauty on the dance floor whether she had a partner or not. She will be missed by many.
A celebration/bon voyage for Linda will be announced at a later date.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
I think of Linda often. Sometimes when I stir creamer in my coffee, look at her paintings on my wall, cook a curry, or yearn for someone to laugh at one of my jokes. A big hearty laugh. I miss having her here to sit with me on the deck with a drink, drinking in nature. I miss you too, Tom, and I hope to get by for a visit. Peace and love, Cathy
Cathy Reeder
September 12, 2021
Tom, There are no words to describe how saddened I am to hear of your loss. Indelible memories... With Deepest Condolences
Karin
Acquaintance
August 19, 2017
So sorry, Tom. I just learned about Linda's passing in a message from Nancy I am very sad to have lost a good pal. We had lots of fun together over the years. I will miss her. She was a great ole gal. I am sorry, too, that I cannot be there to offer my support to those she loved and who loved her. A sad, sad day. Love, Cathy Reeder
Cathy Reeder
October 11, 2016
My heart is hurting. I am really going to miss my friend. Linda was special. More than once she lifted me up and I will always be thankful that Linda was and is a part of my life.
Carol Latham
October 3, 2016
Tom, I am very sorry to hear of Linda's passing. She was always so nice whenever I would meet her, as was the entire Humphrey family. Shey will be missed.
Ed Matyak
September 25, 2016
So sorry to hear of her passing. Knew her from grade school. Lovely lady.
Mike Francis
September 21, 2016
Tom so sorry for your lose.
Nick Gonzalez
September 21, 2016
Words cannot express what we will miss. Let's melt another bottle!
Chris and Rose!
September 20, 2016
I just loved her. That smile and laugh of hers. Putting pepper in our beer. Heaven just got waaaaay "funner!"
Ceci Y.
September 20, 2016
I knew LInda for a very short time, but greatly enjoyed her wit, talent, and great kindness! She was a delight!
Becky Dickinson
September 20, 2016
Tom: So sorry to read of Linda's passing. She was a beautiful and talented spirit. A great loss. Jim Anderson
September 20, 2016
Linda was a wonderful and vibrant person who possessed many artistic talents. We miss our friend. Our sympathies to Linda's family.
Barb Quaney and Doug Jones
September 20, 2016
Thank you my friend for sharing your beautiful talent. Thank you for inspiring and encouraging me to create my own artistic style. You are my hero and I will miss crossing paths with you in this world. Happy trails to you....until we meet again.
LuAnn Harris
September 19, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss.. Throwing our burdens on God and looking into the beautiful hope His Word provides us can help to be a comfort during difficult times. I hope the loving promise made in John 6:40 can be a source of comfort for you...
September 19, 2016
One journey ends, a new one begins. Travel well and in peace my friend.
Eugene Turner
September 19, 2016
Tom and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Linda had such a beautiful smile and infectious laugh. She will truly be missed. You have our deepest sympathies.
Bob Finlay & Debbie Finlay Vaughn
Debbie Vaughn
September 19, 2016
Cool and Class. R. I. P.
Kent Roenbaugh
September 18, 2016
A grand independent lady! A truly gifted artist! A dear and fun friend! That wonderful laugh!. I was so blessed to have known Linda and will miss her dearly. A life well lived.
Cheryl Logan
September 18, 2016
Linda had such insight in life. She will be dearly missed. David and I have a beautiful console table Linda painted and it is among our most treasured items in our home. Our love to Tom and the family. With sadness, Riki and David Cobler
David and Riki Cobler
September 18, 2016
Linda was a kind and giving lady. She will be greatly missed.
Lynne Harkness
September 18, 2016
In our short 15 years as friends Linda taught me much about art and life. Love and miss her!
marie plinsky
September 18, 2016
Linda had a beautiful spirit and was magnificently talented. I cherished her paintings and could look at them forever without tiring. God speed Linda. You made a big difference in this world and have left us with a hole in our hearts.
Lisa Cusick
September 18, 2016
Linda was a very dear, loving, kind, caring, and compassionate friend. She always had a beautiful smile on her face and was a true joy to be around.
It was always a pleasure to see her, catch up on life with her, listen to her laugh, and you could feel the joy and love from her heart. Linda was a very skilled artist. She will be greatly missed and always remembered. My sympathy to her brother and her many friends. She is on a new journey now and I am sure is having a fabulous time. God bless her, her family and friends.
Linda D. Ramsey Lundgren Kaufman
September 18, 2016
Remembering Linda with love.
Laurie Culling
September 18, 2016
Linda was a special, vibrant woman, and a friend. Her art is elegant and beautiful. I am saddened to hear of her passing. She will be dearly missed.
Laurie Culling
September 18, 2016
Miss Leenda, forever friend, cherished, and held close to my heart. So fortunate to have you in my life knowing your life encompassed an openness of spirit, creative talent and Goddess love as many wrap you in their warm, loving arms.
Karen Lyerla
September 18, 2016
Prayers for you Tom. Linda never met a stranger.
Millie conger
September 18, 2016
Linda,was a true treasure and I will miss her greatly.
Thomas Trull
September 18, 2016
She was such a nice lady that could put a huge smile on any persons face when talking with her.
Randy Bradford
September 18, 2016
What a beautiful free spirit, one with God. Blessings, Linda, on your new journey.
Ruth Maus
September 18, 2016
I will remember Linda as one of the most elegant, beautiful women I have ever known. So sad to lose her.
Carole Jordan
September 18, 2016
I hadn't seen Linda in quite sometime and this comes as a surprise and is very saddening.
There were many great times and many laughs over the years, she will be sorely missed.
God Bless and God Speed all of her family, friends, and loved ones....
Dudley L Dawkins
September 18, 2016
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