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Obituary for Richard Brantferger Linsenmayer

Richard Brantferger Linsenmayer
Richard Brantferger Linsenmayer died on December 26, 2015 in Mill Creek, WA, surrounded by his family. Born in Denver, CO on March 18, 1937, Richard was later adopted by Cletus Linsenmayer and Nellie Barnetson, attended Evergreen High School, wrestled at Oklahoma State University, and graduated with degrees from Colorado State University and the University of Utah.

Rich married Myrna Everest on June 10, 1962, followed by many happy years together, most recently as long-time residents of Oak Harbor, WA.

Those who knew Richard will remember him as a passionate biology teacher, wrestling coach, golfer, reader and Seattle area sports fan; his family will always cherish his exceptional devotion and kindness. He is survived by his wife, Myrna; his four children and their wonderful spouses, Kurt (Susan) Linsenmayer, Kristi Linsenmayer, Mark (Fareeha Kibriya) Linsenmayer, and Erik (Jaana) Linsenmayer; and his seven grandchildren, Audra, Emma, Hannah, Nigel, Laila, Natalie and Zara.

One of Richard’s proudest career moments occurred in 2002 when he was inducted into the Washington State Wrestling Coaches Hall of Fame, an honor which he hoped symbolized the positive influence he had on many young student-athletes during four decades of coaching.

Above all else, Richard’s greatest accomplishment was making each member of our family know he or she was truly loved. Richard will be missed deeply, always remaining in our hearts and prayers. In his final days Richard was thankful for the support of a number of health care providers, including an amazing hospice team.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to the Hospice Fund of the Providence Hospice & Home Care Foundation, Snohomish County, 2731 Wetmore Avenue, Suite 500, Everett, WA 98201 (425-261-4822), or to a charity of your choice.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary Catholic Church, Coupeville on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at 10:00am with Rev. Paul Pluth JCL as Celebrant. Rites of Interment will follow at Sunnyside Cemetery, Coupeville, WA.

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