Linda M. Prudhoe, a longtime member of Christ United Methodist Church,
passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 12, 2025 in Medina. Linda was
born on February 6, 1949 in Cleveland, Ohio. Linda is the daughter of
the late Michael and Virginia McKelvey. Linda is survived by her
daughter Lisa Rish (Dr. Michael) of Avon Lake. Her grandchildren
Nathan, Noah, Lauren and Colin and her beloved sister Karen Rahl
(John) of Humble, Texas along with her nephews Kevin and Brian (Kylie)
and young great-nieces Tessa Joy and Lilly Ann.
Linda was a 1966 graduate of John Marshall High School and attended Bowling
Green State University. With a strong work ethic and vibrant personality,
Linda became a working woman in the corporate world! She benefited
from building a fruitful thirty five year career at Sherwin Williams Company.
Personal success aside, her greatest treasures were family, friends
and faith. Immeasurable joy burst forth in the garden of her heart
when each of her grandchildren were born! Opportunities for special
moments with each of them was of utmost importance and nourished her
soul. She spoke of them with such admiration - marveling at how each
continued to blossom in new, exciting ways.
Through the peaks and valleys, Linda cherished her friends. Among
those she held most dear were "The Godesses" - Cheryl, DeeDee, Joy and
Lisa who has supported and celebrated each other shoulder to shoulder
and will continue to hold fast to their bond so deeply rooted in love
for one another. Kind neighbors, Bernice and Pat were heaven-sent
as they were cheerleaders to bolster Linda's spirits, a helping hand
at a moment's notice or a peaceful presence in the wee small hours of
the morning.
An unwavering faith was Linda's stronghold while enduring her short
illness. She faced each day with hope, trusting she would soon be
welcomed with open arms to her eternal home. As she persevered through
pain, she felt shaded in comfort by engaging in extended conversations
with her cousins and nephews, while also reminiscing with her sister,
Karen. Linda embraced the gift of knowing her time was short and made
it a point to connect with those around her, encouraging them, showing
gratitude for the difference they made in her life and appreciation
for who they are in this world!
It was Linda's wish to be remembered with a smile on her face and a
song in her heart. May the music made and shared together connect our
hearts always, until we're all joined together again in the heavenly
choir of angels.
Memorial Services Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 2 PM at Christ United
Methodist Church, 3625 W. 138th St. Cleveland 44111. Interment private.
Please make donations to Christ United Methodist Church.