Linda Sue Jari, 60, of Medford, passed away Sunday, August 5, 2018 at the Aspirus Wausau Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 12:00 Noon on Thursday August 9, 2018 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford. Father Phil Juza will officiate. Visitation will be held that morning at Holy Rosary Catholic Church from 9:30 AM until the time of Mass. Cremation rites will be accorded following the service.
Linda was born April 7, 1958 in Medford, WI to Frank and Florence (Emmerich) Lemke. She is a 1976 Graduate of Medford Sr. High School. On September 17, 1977, Linda married Michael Jari at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford. Michael survives.
She is further survived by her two sons: Daniel and Ben (Nicole) Jari of Medford, Step Granddaughter Lily, Mother Florence Lemke of Medford, Siblings: Tim (Sally) Lemke of Medford, Tom Lemke of Plymouth, MN, John (Ann), Jim Lemke, Sandi (Paul) Lukewich, all of Medford, Donna (Craig) Dahlvig of Hatley, Sisters in Law: Margo (Dave) Zuleger of Medford, Joan (Jon) Kleist of Wausau, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
She is preceded in death by her Father Frank Lemke, Sister Patty Lemke, Nephew Tim Lemke, Jr., and Mother in Law Marie Jari.
Linda worked in the Mill Work division for Weather Shield Windows for 42 years. She also helped Mike with accounting and bookwork for the family business, Mike Jari Bulldozing and Excavating.
She enjoyed going on motorcycle rides with friends, doing yard work, lawn mowing, tending to her flower gardens, feeding and watching birds and decorating her home. Linda will be remembered for her excellent cooking skills. Her hash brown casserole, beans and brownies were always looked for at family gatherings.
She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, and the Stump Jumpers Snowmobile Club
where she served as secretary for many years.
Linda loved spending time with her family, and was especially proud of her sons.
Memorial Donations in honor of Linda can be given to her family, for designation at a later date.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com
