Linda B. Richardson

Linda B. Richardson, 76, of Fox Lake, was gathered into the open arms of her forgiving God on Sunday, June 30, 2024, who paved her way to heaven with the blood of his Son Jesus Christ.

Linda was born on October 8, 1947 in Beaver Dam to Rhinhold A. and Esther (Grams) Kraft. She became a child of God through Holy Baptism on November 10, 1947 and later was confirmed in her saving faith on May 21, 1961 at St. Paul’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Manchester, WI. She was a 1965 graduate of Waupun High School. Linda was married to James Richardson on September 25, 1965 at St. Paul’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Manchester.

Linda was a faithful and devoted Christian, wife, and mother, throughout her life. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Fox Lake. Linda placed a priority on raising her family in the knowledge of knowing Jesus Christ is their Savior and Lord.

Linda is survived by her husband Jim; three children: Rebecca (Gary) Zimmerman of Burnett, Julie (Gary) DeVries of Randolph, and David (Susan) Richardson of Fond du Lac; grandchildren: Carie (Kerry) Koltz, Richard (Rachel) Zimmerman, Jacob Zimmerman, Evan Zimmerman, Heidi (Doug) Vree, Lindsey (Greg) Roberts, Brady DeVries, Cody DeVries, Karissa, Kaylee, Kayce, Kera, and Kameron Richardson; great grandchildren: Joshua, Remingtyn, Paisley, Amelia, Mylah, Lucy, and Garrett; great-great grandson Klark; and many other close family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and siblings: Donald Kraft in-infancy, Barbara Kraft, Verna (Hubert) Dornfeld, and Lois (Bud) Schultz.

A visitation will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Fox Lake on Friday, July 5, 2024 from 10 a.m. until the time of the Christian funeral at 11 a.m. Rev. Bryan Prell will officiate. Her earthly remains will be interred at Lake Emily Cemetery, township of Fox Lake awaiting the resurrection!

Memorials may be directed to the St. John’s Hymnal Fund or the Junior Choir.