Linda Louise (Holthaus) Bich, Age 80

Born June 17, 1946 in La Crescent, Minnesota to Beata (Babe) and Harold Holthaus, both deceased. Linda's loving husband of 57 years, Gerald (Jerry) Bich passed away in May of this year. Linda was also preceded in death by her older brother, Steven Holthaus. She is survived by brothers, Michael Holthaus (Cathy) of St. Paul, MN., Jeffery Holthaus (Kathy) of La Crescent, MN.; nieces and nephews, Lisa, Bradley, Josh, Toby and Hilary. Also survived by her brother-in-law, Don Bich of Boise, Idaho. 

Linda graduated from Aquinas High School, class of 1964, La Crosse, WI. She attended Cosmetology School in Minneapolis. Linda started working at Androli’s Salon in south Minneapolis and then became self-employed: opening Shear Amazement in St. Louis Park in 1973.Linda married Jerry May 3, 1969 in La Crescent, MN. Linda and Jerry were both avid golfers. They were members of Golden Valley Golf and Country Club in Minneapolis and The Gallery Golf Club in Tucson, AZ. for many years. Linda and Jerry also enjoyed traveling, taking many trips and cruises to countries around the world as well as traveling throughout the USA visiting friends and playing golf. 

Memorial service will be held for family and friends on Wednesday November 18, 11 AM at David Lee Funeral Home, Wayzata. Visitation 1 hour prior to service and light refreshments will be served following the service. Linda will privately be laid to rest with Jerry at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, MN.

Memorials preferred in lieu of flowers to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org.