Linda Topper
February 14, 1937 - March 21, 2020
Obituary
MOUNT HOREB - Linda Joyce Topper, age 83, of Mount Horeb, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2020, with her loving husband and family at her side at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. Linda was born on Feb. 14, 1937, to Chris and Lillian Anderson in Five Points, Richland County, Wis.
Linda will forever be remembered for her love of laughter, music, dancing, and socializing with friends and family. She was a talented creator of a wide variety of crafts. Linda was proud of her Norwegian heritage and was an active member and officer of the Sons of Norway. She was also an active member and past president of Oscarettes and enjoyed all her fun filled activities with them over the years. She retired after working at Oscar Mayer in Madison after 27 years in the Accounting and Tax Department.
Linda is survived by her husband, John Topper, of 38 years; son, Dean McCarthy and partner Carla Shaffer; son, David McCarthy and partner Nancy Hicks; daughter in-law, Melody Schmitt; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sister, Louise Fries; stepbrother, William McNurlen; and many loving relatives and friends.
Linda is predeceased by her first husband, Gerald McCarthy; sons, Dennis McCarthy and Daniel McCarthy; stepsister, Ellen Lombard; and her parents.
A graveside service will be conducted for immediate family. A memorial service will be planned at a future date to be determined.
Please visit www.gundersonfh.com for updates and online condolences. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family for future designation.
Gunderson Camacho Mount Horeb
Funeral and Cremation Care
500 N. Eighth Street
(608) 437-5077
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Mary Stamm
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Linda was a former neighbor, and always a good friend
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Aimée and Steve Gauger
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Linda was always a welcome presence, along with her husband John. One time we shared some barn wood with her so she could frame a family picture with this relic from John’s family farm. You’d think we had given her gold. She was so appreciative, flashing that beautiful smile of hers! She will be missed.
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Beth Elver
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John, Dean, and David, you have our deepest sympathy. Linda was a delightful person to count as a friend. Her laugh was so captivating. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you deal with her passing.
Art and Beth Elver
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Philan Neumann
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Dear sweet Linda (aka you old fart) my life would not have so many cherished memories growing up without this woman. The many times we all spent crashed on the floor over the weekend sleeping in sleeping bags and blankets. Kids splattered everywhere you stepped. The many many times of weekends spent butchering chickens. So many trips to Madison to see Linda, Gerry and the boys. Linda got me my very first dog who was a little black poodle named Suzie. I will forever be grateful she was in my life. Until we meet again you old fart. Dance in heaven with mom and dad. And enjoy the cannibal sandwiches with mom. Love you always and forever. Your little Philler
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Deb Piquette
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I feel so blessed to have met Linda and John back in 1998 when they purchased my parents' home. Linda was such a kind, loving, joyfilled, vibrant woman. I always enjoyed visiting with them at social events out and about in the Mt Horeb and Barneveld communities. My heart goes out to John and Linda's family.
Rest peacefully dear friend.
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Lani Bartelt
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I have so many memories of spending time with you and Uncle Jerry when you lived in Cross Plains or when we got together for family functions in Milwaukee. I remember how surprized I was when I walked into the Lodge up at Pineland Park campground and saw your and John sitting at the bar and found out you guys had a trailer at a campground close by and yes, I agree with the other posters, that milion dollar smile! will always love you Aunt Linda
Lani