Linda Lou (Cowen) Bruce, 78, beloved mother, daughter, wife, sister, grandmother and friend, passed away January 31, 2023.
Born in Kenosha, on December 9, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Russell Guy and Olive Lou (Weibel) Cowen-Werra.
On August 14, 1965, she married William Ernest “Bill” Bruce. After 54 years together, he preceded her in death Febreuary 27, 2019. Following his passing, she relocated to Utah to live with family. Also preceding her in death are her two sisters: Violet (Chuck) Judeika, and Wilma Anderson.
Linda dedicated her life as a caregiver for her whole family.
She is survived by her five children: Pamela Bruce-Atout (Eihab), Bill (Eva) Bruce, Lisa (Sharon Cline) Bruce, Tom (Kibbie) Bruce, and Wendy (Chris) Ostrander; 15 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a brother: Fred (Carol) Cowen; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at Proko Funeral Home, followed by a service at Noon. Entombment will follow at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that those who are able instead donate to the Humane Society because of her love for animals.
