Obituaries

Linda L. Oest

July 19th, 1954 – July 7th, 2025

Linda L. Oest, 70, of Astoria, IL, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025 at her home. She was born on July 19, 1954 in Canton, IL, the daughter of Edward and Dortha (Slaight) Oest.

Linda is survived by one brother; Ed (and Nancy) Oest of Havana, IL, two nieces; Rochelle (and Chad) Sappington and Jill Easley, three nephews; Jason (and Holly Grudat) Oest, Jimmy Oest and Jon (and Staisha) Oest, numerous great-nieces and nephews, and her two trusted companions, Sunnie and Nickie.

She is preceded in death by her parents and one brother; Richard Oest.

Linda was a substitute teacher for area school districts. She was a member of the St. Patricks Catholic Church in Havana, IL. At St. Patrick Church, Linda taught CCD classes and enjoyed attending masses.

Cremation Rites have been accorded. A graveside service in the Mt. Zion Cemetery in Astoria will be held at 3:30 pm on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. Pastor Matthew Thiner will be officiating. Memorials may be made to the Fulton County Humane Society.

Condolences

July 9th, 2025

So sorry to learn of Linda's passing. May memories bring her family comfort and peace. Martha Cancun

July 9th, 2025

So sorry to learn of Linda's passing. May memories bring her family comfort and peace. Martha Vaughn

July 9th, 2025

So sorry for your loss. Nancy Carithers

July 9th, 2025

Linda was so kind to her Mother, Aunt Dee and made sure that she could live on the farm when she was sick. God bless the family. Ginger Masten

July 9th, 2025

Our deepest sympathy to Linda's family. God bless everyone. Lorenda and Alvin Spilker.

July 9th, 2025

We are saddened to learn of Linda's passing. She was so loving and caring of her mother and all animals, especially her beloved pets. Marcia Stephens Breeden and family.

July 9th, 2025

So sorry for your family's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Jim and Deb Park

July 9th, 2025

Edwin and family, so sorry for your loss. Joyce Schisler Behymer

July 10th, 2025

So sorry for your loss.
Thoughts and prayers for all families.
Fond memories of Linda
Avon Lady Bev

July 10th, 2025

I’m just heartbroken to hear of the passing of my friend. Sending condolences and prayers for her family.

July 10th, 2025

Fly high Lynda! Your light will shine on forever!

July 10th, 2025

Thinking of Linda's family and sending prayers for peace and comfort. Doug and Marge Grafford

July 11th, 2025

So sorry for your loss Linda you were special and a friend my prayers are with your family

July 11th, 2025

My thoughts and prayers to the Oest family. I worked with Linda at South Fulton Grade school and at VIT.She was a very caring person. Melanie Heaton

July 11th, 2025

Thinking of the Oest family. Wonderful memories. Linda such a gentle soul, may she rest in God's arms.

July 11th, 2025

Thinking of the Oest family. Wonderful memories. Linda such a gentle soul, may she rest in God's arms. Lynnea Dowell

July 11th, 2025

Rochelle, Jill, Jason, Jimmy, and Jon so sorry to hear of your Aunt Linda's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Dean Southerd and Family

July 11th, 2025

Sorry for your family's loss.
Carl Parrish