Linda Angst

Linda Angst, aged 70, peacefully passed away on Thursday, October 5th, in the comfort of her home, with her loving family by her side. For more than two decades, she courageously fought and triumphed over the challenges posed by cancer. Born on September 14, 1953, in a hospital near Winthrop, Minnesota, Linda spent her formative years on the cherished historic family farm, a beloved heritage spanning well over a century.
She played basketball in high school and often went roller skating. After high school, she worked at Green Giant for a summer or 2 during her studies at Mankato Commercial College. At first, she worked in the production lines, but soon became a computer keyer. Then, she took a job in Minneapolis for M.R.F.I.T. as a Data Entry Operator where she met her husband to be, Tom Angst. They were wed in 1978 before moving to Winona where she worked at Wells Fargo for a bit before starting a family.
Tom and Linda began building their family in Winona, where they were blessed with the joy of raising three remarkable daughters. Her active engagement extended to various school, church, and community initiatives. She offered her artistic touch at Dairy Queen, crafting exquisite ice cream cakes, and completed her professional journey with 13 years of devoted service as a stocker at Walmart.
Throughout her entire life, Linda was unwavering in her commitment to enriching the community that surrounded her, never turning a blind eye to those in need. Linda shared her musical talents whenever she could at church, at conferences, at schools and certainly the prayer group at St. Mary’s. She also relished every moment spent with her cherished children and grandchildren. Linda’s leisure time was filled with joy as she engaged in family games, cards, and puzzles, creating cherished memories with her loved ones.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Davis and Bette Larson. She is survived by her husband, Tom, brother Ronnie Larson, children Amy (Nick) Wobig of Fountain City WI, Dr. Beth (Jason) McQuinn of Newport WA, and Paula (Cameron) Hunter of Rochester MN; grandchildren Elissa, Emily, Joshua, Elizabeth, Evelyn, Eleanor, and James Wobig, Connor, Kimber, and Madison McQuinn, and Alannah Hunter.
A visitation is scheduled for Monday, October 9th, 2023, between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM at Watkowski-Mulyck Funeral Home in Winona. On Tuesday, October 10th, 2023, a brief visitation at St. Mary’s Parish will take place at 11:00 AM, followed by a celebration of life Mass at noon. A luncheon will be served from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM in the Marion Hall of St. Mary’s Parish.