Linda passed peacefully Sunday, November 19th, 2017 at the age of 64, surrounded by her husband and children following a courageous year of battling cancer.
Linda was born in St. George, Utah on November 26th, 1952, the third child and only daughter of Lloyd and Melba Adams. Linda spent much of her growing years in southern Utah. She lived with her family in Cedar City, Utah where she enjoyed spending time at their family restaurant “Sullivan’s” and hanging out with friends. During her junior year in high school she moved with her family to Potomac, Montana after her family purchased and settled on a ranch.
In the fall of 1971, Linda went on her first date with Rob at the Missoula County fair. Linda said Rob was charming, witty and a gentleman and she fell in love with him, they married June 30, 1972. Married for 45 years, Rob and Linda have four adult children, Robin, Brandon “Luke”, Tyler and Shelbi.
A member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, family was extremely important to Linda. She was especially pleased that her daughter, Shelbi, served a full-time LDS mission and her granddaughter, Alicia Valdez, is currently serving a full-time LDS mission. She loved spending time with family, including camping, watching movies, spending time at the family cabin and enjoying family time which often included a run to get a “sippy”. She was an eternal supporter of her four children and could often be seen at local sporting events cheering her children. Linda was blessed with ten grandchildren and she constantly found time to watch them grow and supported their different activities. She reveled in giving grandkids kisses or in Linda’s vernacular “sugar”. Linda’s love for youth led her to a thirty plus year career with Helena School District #1 where she was able to make many lasting friendships with coworkers and students. Linda was able to enjoy retirement during her last couple of months of life. Linda loved books and could often be found reading in her favorite chair.
Linda is preceded in death by her parents and survived by husband Robert Tobol, brothers William (Patricia) and Robert (Jesse) and her four children; daughter Robin Valdez (Cris) of Decatur, Illinois and their four children Antonio, Alicia, Aaron, and Andrea; son Brandon (Luke) Tobol (Jill) of Mt. Vernon, Washington and their two sons Kemper and Levin; son Tyler Tobol (Danielle) of Helena and their two children Tyson and Hailey Jones; and daughter Shelbi Kelly (Matthew) of Japan, and their two children Royce and Jeannie.
Through her matchless love and eternal spirit, Linda left a lasting impression all of her family that will last for generations. Linda’s intelligence, kindness, wit and caring will live on forever in her family’s hearts.
A Funeral Service is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 24, 2017 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 1260 Otter Rd. Burial will follow the funeral at Forestvale Cemetery with a Luncheon to be held after the burial at the church.
Please visit below to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Linda.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday November 24, 2017
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
1260 Otter Rd.
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial
After the Funeral
Friday November 24, 2017
Forestvale Cemetery
690 Forestvale Rd.
Helena, Montana 59602
Luncheon
After the burial
Friday November 24, 2017
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
1260 Otter Rd.
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Friday November 24, 2017
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
1260 Otter Rd.
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial
After the Funeral
Friday November 24, 2017
Forestvale Cemetery
690 Forestvale Rd.
Helena, Montana 59602
Luncheon
After the burial
Friday November 24, 2017
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
1260 Otter Rd.
Helena, Montana 59602
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Darold and Lorrie Biltoft says
Linda was such a sweet lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Sherri Staats says
I have many fond memories of Linda’s kind heart when I was a member of the LDS church. My love and sympathy go with her family at this time. She is now free of pain from cancer and is resting in the loving arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. God’s speed Linda.
Tammy Steckler says
Robin, my deepest sympathies to you, Cris, and your entire family. Your mom’s great spirit will always be with you.
DAvid Pepin says
I remember Linda as being quiet, kind and an important member of the Jim Darcy School team.
Rick and Jan O'Connell says
So sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. We will sure miss her infectious smile. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Rick and Jan
Lissa Huntington says
Rob, Luke and Tyler T and family, Linda was so kind. I sure will miss her coming into Bob’s and getting her “sippy” and always smiling and making others feel wonderful. Sending love to the family. May you find peace in the wonderful memories she created for her family and the community family as well. Lissa
Mary Lou Ferguson says
I want your family to know what a blessing Robin and her family have been to us in Decatur, Illinois. I didn’t know Linda, but I can tell from her smile and twinkling eyes that a lot of her came through in Robin. May your family find comfort in your memories and in the plan of salvation.
Tara says
I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. I hope you find comfort in God’s promise of a resurrection & in the many wonderful memory’s you made & shared together. John 5:28,29. You have my condolences.
Darcy Schulz says
I am so sorry to hear of Linda’s passing.
I absolutely adored Linda, she will dearly be missed.
I am sending all of you my thoughts & prayers in these difficult times.
Blessings,
Darcy Schulz
Shelley Sharp says
I am so sorry for your loss of a wonderful wife, mother and grandma. I will always remember Linda’s smile, her kind heart and great sense of humor. She will be greatly missed. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sherlene Stanger says
I met Linda in the early 1980 at church softball game between mothers & daughters. I asked my daughter Michelle if she remembers that game, said boy do I, you mom’s kicked our b–t. The thing I remember most about Linda was her smile. I’ll miss that. She has a wonderful family that she loved. By Linda , old friend.
Judy McLellan says
When I first moved to Helena and started teaching in the Helena School District, Linda was the first smiling face who greeted me. Her sense of humor and her warm eyes touched my life. I was so blessed by the times I was with her.
Theresa Racicot says
I remember your mom cheering you boys on at small fry and high school football games and her smile of greeting at Capital High. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Theresa Racicot
Vicki Hampson says
Our Prayers are with you all. She was always a familiar face at Jim Darcy, where 4 of our children attended many years ago. Later on seeing her at Capital High was great. Linda you will be greatly missed.
Liz Tobel says
Rob, Ty and Family so sorry for you loss. Linda will be missed.