On Wednesday the 25th of November, 2020, Linda Bruski, beloved teacher and mother of two passed away at her home in Terry, Montana.
She was born in Wishek, North Dakota to Bernice Corine McClelland and Albert Benjamin Sayler. She attended Dickinson State college from 1978 through 1981. After this she began her lifelong career of teaching. She was an avid gardener, loved to cook, create art, and played organ for the church every Sunday. She often helped organize local plays. She was known for her big laugh and loved to tell stories.
She was preceded in death by her parents Albert Sayler and Bernice McClelland as well as her sister Shirley Schwartz. She is survived by her sisters Vivian Zimmerman, Jeanette Schlenker, Lynette Huisinga as well as her two children Beth and John Bruski and her many students and friends over the years.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
10:00 AM
Saturday June 12, 2021
Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church
McDonald Avenue
Terry, Montana 59349
Interment
After Memorial Service
Saturday June 12, 2021
Prairie County Cemetery
72 Cemetery Loop Road
Terry, Montana 59349
Luncheon
Following Interment
Saturday June 12, 2021
Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church
McDonald Avenue
Terry, Montana 59349
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
10:00 AM
Saturday June 12, 2021
Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church
McDonald Avenue
Terry, Montana 59349
Interment
After Memorial Service
Saturday June 12, 2021
Prairie County Cemetery
72 Cemetery Loop Road
Terry, Montana 59349
Luncheon
Following Interment
Saturday June 12, 2021
Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church
McDonald Avenue
Terry, Montana 59349
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Sue & Dean Ashley says
Linda was a very kind, God-fearing woman. I worked with her years ago and attended a few Title 1 workshops with her. She was a DELIGHT! I loved her creative nature. We would laugh and say we should write a book. She connected with all kids and was especially understanding of those children who didn’t fit in or struggled with learning. Prayers for her family especially for John and Beth during this difficult time. May the Lord Bless you and keep you. Amen. Sue & Dean Ashley
Renee Bliven says
Linda will be dearly missed. I Loved sharing our stories about teaching . Rest in Jesus’s arms
Teresa Ley Bruha says
I was so shocked when I saw this on Stevensons site! My dear friend and college classmate. We kept up our friendship on Facebook. She was the kindest, wittiest person. I will miss her keen sense of humor. God Bless and many prayers for John and Beth.
Delphine Coon says
my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Michelle Wolff says
Oh how I miss her already. Her sweet laugh and smile always warmed my heart. Our shopping trips will always be adventures i will remeber along with ladies nights and figuring out who was behind the mask. We always had the best of times together. You mother was an amazing woman. I am so blessed to have had her in my life. Prayers for you both Beth and John.
Joby Parker says
Oh Linda will be so missed! She was such a beautiful person. Her dedication to Council of Catholic Women was so amazing. Everyone will feel your absence at the church. You were so very involved. RIP in peace my dear sweet friend. Heaven has gained a precious soul.
Tylene Eaton says
Linda, your talents, beautiful smile and sweet laugh reached far, deep, and wide. We will miss all that you were. Your musical talent especially awed me! You helped my children grow closer to God; there were no limits to how many lives you touched. Rest peacefully now…we will miss you.
Vern and Carolyn May says
Beth and John, my heart hurts for you. Linda was such a special gal. I loved working with her at school. Vern so enjoyed working with her while performing with the Parched Prairie Players. We had the best conversations and abundant laughs. She was one of the kindest people I have met. I know she is singing and playing her piano while in heaven. She will now have everlasting peace and joy. May God comfort you and wrap his arms around you, now and in the days to come! We will miss her sweet smile and her outgoing personality.
June Tibbetts says
We are sorry to hear of Linda passing. A very warm person with a good sense of humor. Linda will be missed. Our prayers for all the family…
Connie Undem says
So enjoyed working with Linda when I judged canning entries at the Prairie County Fair. Linda was always so upbeat with the greatest smile. She was was so excited about the Parched Prairie Players performances. Will miss her laughter and enthusiasm!
Arlen and Alice Miller says
Bath and John, our hearts go out to you all .Always enjoyed a visit with her at the lunch room, always had a smile,We will all miss her in our community
Marty and Jeanette O'Dea says
Our deepest sympathy to Linda’s family. She was a wonderful lady. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Shirley Weisgerber says
My sincerest sympathy and prayers to Linda’s Family. I had been getting to know Linda these past months through her work with Council of Catholic Women. She was so much fun to visit with on the phone and such a positive, beautifully spirited woman in whatever she did. When she suggested the theme for our virtual conference for the DCCW she & I worked on the logo and she was so pleased with how it all turned out. I even got an email from her immediately after the conference on Saturday, 21st, when the conference was all done. Her passing goes to show all of us that we never know the hour/day. Just know that she is now eternally with our loving God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
Dora Meidinger Huckins says
This saddens me so…
Linda was my right hand in my transition into the Special Education classroom six years ago! She knew these students and with her kind and patient demure, she made our classroom an enjoyable and safe learning environment for many. I am heartbroken as many others must feel at this time, but so grateful that I was able to share six wonderful years with this exceptional educator!
You have earned your Angel wings, Linda! You will be greatly missed! Love you for the special friend you were…
My sincere condolences to Linda’s family, friends, students, and the Terry community that she shared so many of her talents with…❤️🙏🏻❤️
Vicki Reukauf says
I am so very sad to hear of Linda’s passing. Some of my best memories of teaching were with her. I always looked forward to visiting with her, and we had many good chuckles over lunch together. Linda loved her children dearly and was always there for her students. I am sending heartfelt prayers for her family.
Mary Fischer says
I am saddened that you’re gone Linda. She was always a joy to talk to, always positive and kind. We will miss her
smiling face on Sundays
. Our loss is heavens gain. Bless you!
Ginger Roark says
In the short time I was blessed to work with Linda, I found her spirit cheerful and her laugh would light up the room. Her students were loved and she let them know. I wished I had more time to get to know her better. I will be lost without her guidance and knowledge of the SN classroom. I HOPE I can help fill a little bit of the void she has left with the school, although I could never replace her. I am so happy that Linda knew the Lord. We are all so sad and still in shock that she is gone.
Angie Williams says
I am so saddened to hear of Linda’s passing. She was a wonderful lady to work with. I loved seeing her passion for kids and her sense of humor brightened my day many times. Prayers to the family.
Ruth Peck says
I am very sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. She was a sweet lady and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Tristy Bond says
Thoughts and prayers to you John and Beth at this time! I didn’t know Linda very well but the few times I was around her her laugh was infectious and she loved so many things especially helping kids!! She will be dearly missed!
Stefanie and Tracy Forcella says
I miss her so much! She had so many great qualities. Whenever we had our Grandey Gang get togethers she was always good for a laugh. We worked side by side for 16 years….we would email each other across the room. She loved God, family, friends, and above all her she loved her students.
Beth and John you had an amazing mother. We are so sorry for your loss!
Deb Linn says
I’m so, so saddened to hear of Linda’s passing. I’m beyond thankful for the years we worked together. She always saw the very best in the students with whom she worked. Everyone loved her positivity & humor. Some of my most delicious & creative recipes came from Linda! She will be dearly missed…
Ken and Ida Lacquement says
John and Beth, sorry saddened by the loss of your mom ,Linda Bruski. Loved her happy smile and warm friendly heart. She will be greatly missed by all who had any contact with her. Prayers for you both as you go through this time of loss and healing, God Bless as only He can.
Barb Smalis says
Linda had the sweetest smile! Her sweetness was enjoyed by all who knew her. RIP.
Burt, Monique, Kael, and Isis Keltner says
Thank you, Linda, for all you did for our wonderful community. You made it better!
Jim & Marj Anderson says
John and Beth
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She did so much for the community and will be greatly missed.
Gayle Muggli says
We have lost a jewel. Getting to know Linda through many church activities has been a pleasure. May God comfort you in your loss
Gordy Entzminger says
Sorry to hear of Linda”s passing. We pray for God’s comfort, wisdom and strength at this time. She will be missed and remembered with fond memories.
Shane Fahrnow says
What a wonderful world it will be, should we all endeavor to be more like Linda Bruski. She lives on through the good she brought to this community, and I am thankful for the kindness which she imparted unto my children.
David and Vicki Hudson says
When David and I ran the restaurant. Linda, came in twice a week. Always after Church, on Sunday.
We would laugh together. I will miss her and wonderful sense of humor.
sue feldman says
Linda was one of the first people I met at Dickinson State College in 1977 and was such a good person. I believe she was just as scared as I was to be there. We grew to be good friends. She was so funney and witty. I will miss your baby eagle posts on FaceBook and adventures with her classes at school.
Janet Jennings says
I met Linda at the Lehr Bible Camp when we were in junior high. It didn’t take long before we became great friends and we kept up our friendship for many years. I was so honored when she asked me to be in her wedding. Unfortunately, we lost touch until Facebook reconnected us. Her enthusiasm for life, her laughter, and kindness will remain in my memories and heart.
Shane Fahrnow says
Over the course of seven years, I watched Linda perform many genuine acts of grace. She taught both of my children: one in daily classes for those seven years, one in extracurricular drama. She always made me smile. Though I still feel that she was stolen from us, time has passed since losing her, and I remember so many ways in which she made the world a better place. Love like that makes life worth living. I’ll remember you, Linda.
Susan and Art Tyler says
Linda was my dearest friends. There is a huge hole in my world since her passing. There is not one day that has gone by where I have not thought about her. So many amazing memories of times spent together. I know that John and Beth and the rest of her family are feeling the same way. We all were so blessed to have had such and amazing loving person in our lives.
We love and miss you, Linda. 💕
Raimee & Brock Tibbetts says
Linda was always so kind and full of life. She brought so much to our community and to the lives of the kids that she worked with both at school and community theater. She is dearly missed and fondly remembered. Our condolences to her family and loved ones.