Jesus embraced Linda Bukowski (nee Ziegler) into His loving arms in the early hours of February 12, 2025. She was preceded in death by her father Leonard, her mother Emelia, and her brother James.
She is survived by Joseph, her husband of 31 years. Her memory lives on through her brother Allen, sister-in-law Marilyn, and their children; nephews Geoff (Joy) and Thomas (Melissa), and niece Michelle. She also leaves behind her grand-nephews Nolan, Elliot, and Clayton, and her grand-nieces Emelia and Grace. She cherished all these children as if they were her own, showering them with love and devotion.
Linda was an intelligent, wise, and caring nurse for 48 plus years. She was a lifelong member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish where she served on the parish council, was a Eucharistic minister, Martha’s Group Funeral Baker, innumerable committees, and for over 30 years was the evening receptionist.
Linda will forever be remembered as the kindest, most caring, considerate, and loving person to anyone she encountered. Anyone lucky enough to have met her became a better person for it. She would light up the room with her infectious smile, even during difficult times. Linda’s chocolate chip cookies were legendary!
Services: Visitation at Kutis South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry Road, St. Louis, MO 63129 on Thursday, February 27, 4:00 to 7:30 pm. Funeral mass at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 4556 Telegraph Road, St. Louis, MO 63129 on Friday, February 28, 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers/gifts, please consider making a charitable donation to: Monastery of Saint Clare of the Immaculate Conception (The Poor Clares), 200 Marycrest Drive, St. Louis, Missouri 63129 (Phone 314-846-2618), The Alzheimers Association of Greater Missouri Chapter, 11433 Olde Cabin Road, St. Louis, MO 63141 (Phone 314-432-3422) or charity of your choice.
Linda was everything her devoted husband Joe mentioned and MORE…..
As a friend, co-worker (SAMC Hospice, NURSE) she often was requested by
patients and family members. Her love and passion for the dying was noticed by fellow employees and patients. She had a contagious smile that could warm your heart and at the same time was a woman of principal and could “barter” with the best of them at an estate sale. “Cry out with joy to God all the earth, sing to the glory of his name, alleluia and render his glorious praise” were the words sung as she entered the Gates of Heaven…
I remember Linda, a kind and loving woman. I worked with her at St Anthony’s Hospice. She was an excellent nurse. Rest in peace, Linda.
Recalling any timeI ever spoke with Linda in passing – at the SFA friary, in the halls of SAMC, or at Aldi’s in later years, – there was this warmth & welcome in her that, I would say, embodied the charity of St. Francis of Assisi; something to appreciate, cherish & remember, and to inspire others like me to become more in the way of humility & loveliness. She has been a blessing to me.
Linda was also a seamstress. She sewed a special Cursillo vestment for our pastor, Fr. Edwin Albers, OFM. She was always kind and friendly, a joy to work with on this project. May she rest in Peace.
Linda was such a kind and compassionate woman. I had the pleasure of working with her in many different areas of her time at SAMC. She was a true friend and a lovely person.
Although we had seen Linda around St. Francis of Assisi parish for years working and volunteering in various capacities, we really did not really get to know her and Joe well until Jane shared Adoration time with Linda in the small Adoration chapel. We found Linda to be a woman of incredible character, strength, love – a beautiful soul – who always managed to view any situation positively and with good humor. She dearly loved her family of origin, her nephews, niece and grand-nephews, friends, patients, and her SFA parish. She met adversity head-on without a complaint, truly a saint.
God bless you, Linda, and may you enjoy your eternal reward.
Linda was full of compassion and joy. Yes her smile was what greeted you every time you saw her no matter what was going on in her life. Even when things were not good she was able to look to the positive side. She was always willing to help someone. I always considered her patients fortunate to have her as their nurse because I knew they were going to receive her best. She inspired you to be a better person.
I’m proud to be able to call her a friend and my life was enriched by her friendship. I will miss her.
I worked with Linda at SAMC Hospice in the early 2000’s. She was such a kind person and a wonderful coworker and nurse. My sympathy for your loss.
Linda was such a loving caring nurse. I worked with her for about five years. What a gift to her patients and coworkers! Rest in peace now, dear Linda. 🙏🏻🕯️🌹
Rest in peace dear Lady. Such a joyful and caring person. All are better for having you in our life
A beautiful soul says it all. What a blessing to have been touched by her kindness.
Linda and I were neighbors growing up. As she grew up, I saw a kind and gentle young lady. Working at the Friary at St. Francis, she was helpful to all who called or visited and needed her help. I know that she was loved by her family and that she loved and was loved by her nieces and nephews, for whom she set a beautiful example to guide them through life. I never knew Linda as a nurse but I am confident that her patients experienced loving care. She’s moved on to a better life where she will enjoy God’s eternal gifts for a life well lived.
Linda and I worked together at SAMC, she was kind, caring, and a woman of integrity. Linda was the kind of nurse I would want to take of me if I were ill. We remained friends over the years. I will miss her. My deepest sympathy to Joe and family.
Seeing Linda’s photo just gave me fond memories of her. Her smile was contagious. We worked at St Anthony’s a few years back and the good feelings also came back. She was always good to work with. If I needed help she would be the first to volunteer no matter the problem. She was a hard worker. We did laugh when appropriate.
The world will miss her sweet gentleness and kindness.