Linda Bare Obituary

My belated condolences to the Bare and McDonnell families for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

I remember Linda as among the kindest of my classmates at Our Lady of Mercy Grammar School. Although I haven`t spoken with her since, her passing saddens me.

May God bless and keep her family safe until you meet again.

Jim, My heart is with you and the children. We were in each others weddings and shared the joy of our unities. I am saddened I was not there to support you in the departure. I will truely miss making Linda repeat everything she said because she talked so fast for us Texans. My deepest sympathy also to the McDonnell family as I know the closeness she had with them all.

To Jim and the Bare children, I am so, so sorry to learn of the lose of your loved one. It has been many, many years since I met Linda, but I was impressed by her winning smile and outgoing personality. Even though you know she rests in the arms of our Lord, I know she will be sorely missed. Her sister, Peggy, and I have been friends for many years. May God bless you and your family. Sincerely, Elaine Hansen

We may not have known you, but we have been touched by your life.
The story of your being a mother, a friend, and a beautiful wife.

You are the reason we are committed to walk all these miles.
Instead of teardrops and heartache, we read of your smiles.

Know your life will not be forgetten, for we will endure...
We’ll be walking in your memory, until there’s a cure!

JUGS (“Jen’s Ultimate Girl Support”) will be walking the Y-Me Race to Empower on Mother's Day and the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer in honor of Linda and the loved ones she left behind.

Jim, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. God Bless Your Family, you are all in our prayers.

Jim, I am so sorry to hear about your wife. I know you, and your children will miss her terribly, but I am sure that she will be looking out for you; I believe that is what people you love do even after they are gone. Just remember, I am here for you if you need anything; you were a great friend to me all through high school, and I would like to repay you for that. I am so glad that you found the perfect woman to love, remember all the good times all of you had, it will make things a bit easier. The memories of your life together will help you through everything.

Jim, Our deepest sympathy and prayers goes out to you and the kids.We will always remember Linda's smile and the good memories with both of you.
God Bless You and Your Family.

To Lindas Family,
I didn't know you, but wish I would have. Patty Moran let me know of your your circumstances, which drew me to write.
Linda, rest in peace, and always know that your children have a loving family to surrond them, including the memory of you.
I have heard a lot about you, and I wish I could have seen your smile. I can only guess what you meant, here on earth.
You will be in heaven, with golden wings, always looking down, upon your family and friends.
Love, Mary

To all of Linda's family:
I haven't seen or talked to Linda in many years and I wish that I could tell her that she was a part of my life that I will never forget....When I think back to a Florida trip that she tagged along on...all I can remember is how happy she was to come with the older girls. She was a happy go- lucky person and we certainly need those kind of people on earth. She is in heaven now with her Mom and together they will watch over all of you always. We all will miss her. Please take care. If you need anything...call...

So sorry and sad for the family in the loss of your wife. Our prayers will be with you I'm a cousin of "Uncle Frank" on his mother's side. Bless all of you.Betty & Bob Hundley

Jim - Just wanted to extend my deepest condolences on the passing of your wife. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Best wishes.

Jim,kialyn,Kevin and Jack.
Please remember that I will keep Linda in my Heart with Love for her remarkable courage against odds,and for her never ending Faith in Life and Love.
She did One Day at a Time for an Extra 4 Years.
Your wife,Jim and the Mother of your children has been a Blessed person. God Bless all of you throughout your lives. Wish I could be there with you at this crucial time.Hopefully you will remember I am there in spirit.

Coach Bare,

Just wanted to extend my deepest condolences on the passing of your wife. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Best wishes.

To Jim and children, to Theresa and Rob, to Bernadette, Anne Marie and Margeret Mary, Linda was truly an inspiration to not only all of you, but to so many friends and acquaintances through her life. She always had a smile on her face whenever I saw her and she was a true friend, sister, mother, aunt and wife to you all. I know you will be needing many prayers in the days to come and please know that I am praying for each one of you as you grieve through this loss. Please be strong for each other as I am sure Linda would want that from you. I will be especially praying for the children, as you must all rise to fill those incredible shoes. My heart goes out to you all.

Love, Julie, Frank and Anna Strocchia

Dear Jim, Kailyn ,Kevin, Jack & the McDonnell & Bare families ,deepest sympathy to you all on the loss of Linda, a wonderful wife, mother, & sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
In the words of the ancient Irish blessing.....Linda, may the road rise to meet you, may the wind be at your back, may the sun shine warmly on your face, may the rain fall softly on your fields and until we meet again, may you keep safe in the gentle loving arms of God.
Mary, Fergus, Siobhan & Cathal
Kilcawley Flynn

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I never met Linda, but knowing Bernadette (from Holy Innocents School) she must have been a JOY to each of you. Be assured of my prayers for all of you. Peace, Joy, and Love.

I am sitting here in Italy, confounded, taken by this tragedy. I want so much to be with all of you. I can't believe Linda is gone. I just spoke to her a few weeks ago. She was so happy to hear from me. She was asking questions, showing so much concern for me, Tyler, and Adva. She was telling me how she was going to Florida to get some sun. It was a good conversation, and it made me smile. I just knew I would see Linda again. I was wrong. She was called to a higher power, and she answered his call. I am heartbroken, and I will miss her very much. Just know that Linda is a hero. She always stood by her loved ones and never gave up. Linda has taught me many things, but most of all how to live, because Linda clearly did. I will always cherish our memories together and relive them with Jim and her legacy, Kailyn, Kevin, and Jack. The last time I saw Linda was last August. She walked down to my house to say good-bye. She cried, we kissed and hugged, but I couldn't say goodbye. I said, "I'll see you again." AND I WILL.
Love, Bryan

Linda was a very special aunt to me, and her memory will be with me always. After all the people have gone and after the dust settles, I will be there for Jim, Kailyn, Kevin, & Jack. I will be there for the long haul. I will miss all the parties, the special martinis she made, all the barbeques, sitting on her deck in the summer time. Linda would like us to continue these things, and we will for Jim, Kailyn, Kevin, and Jack will continue be a big part of my life. I love you all.
Love, your nephew Christopher

To the Bare family, our hearts and thoughts go out to you, always remember your mom and your wife as an inspiration during tough times and know she is always looking out for you.

To Jim, Kailyn, Kevin, Jack and all my McDonnell cousins. We were deeply saddened at the news of Lindas passing. We all wish we could be there for you over the next few days but rest assured you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Linda was a true inspiration and I am sure that your memories of her will ease the pain of your tremendous loss.
God bless you all.

Linda will always be alive in the hearts of her family and friends. I will remember her as a sweet and funny person, with an ever-ready smile. I know she is in a better place where there is no sickness or pain. I will continue to pray for her family as they face this tremendous loss.

Dear Bernadette,
I am so sorry to hear that your sister has passed away. May God comfort you and all your family during this sad time. We will keep you in our prayers. From your student Victoria Janik at Holy Innocents.

Deepest sympathy to Jim and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May Linda rest in peace.

Brian Mary and family, Dublin.

To Jim, Kailyn, Kevin and Jack and all the McDonnell and Bare families we send our deepest sympathy. Linda was my first cousin and visited us in Ireland many times we always had great fun. She was a year younger than me - it is such a tragedy to lose somebody so young with so much to live for. I have 2 children myself so I can only imagine the heartbreak for the family. I have thought about Linda many times when she was ill and wondered how she was doing. We are thinking of you all at this very sad time and hope you find the strength to get through the next few difficult days and months ahead. All our love Angela, Martin, Eadaoin and Martin Jnr.

Deepest Sympathy to all the family from Angela Kilcawley & Family, Dublin, Ireland

To Jim & Family, and all my McDonnell cousins our deepest sympathy at this very difficult time. I have fond memories of Linda in Ireland and the excitement of the visits from our American cousins. It was so nice to meet with Linda & Jim in Chicago and have a most enjoyable lunch, that was so enjoyable we missed our flight back to NYC ! Fond memories & God Bless.
Jennifer & Kevin Moroney

Although, I never knew Linda or her family, reading her obituary has only made me see what a strong and great woman she was. Sounds like She lived her life every day as if it were her last. Unfortunately, God has chosen her to be with him now. For her family, my deepest sympathy goes out to you. And know that she is in a much happier and safer place now, where she if suffering no more pain. And one day you will all be together as a family again. Until then, know that she lived for you. Please take care of each other in this time of sadness. God Bless all of you.

To all of Linda's family. May you find strength and comfort in the love of each other and in the peace of our Lord.
Vicki Cerratto-Heindl

With the most deepest sympathy,I'm so so sorry for everyones lost.Linda,we will always love you as a sister.God Bless you Jim and Family.Any thing we can do for you in California please let me know.

Jim, so very sorry and sad for the family. Our prayers are for you and the children.
Jim/Rene Haywood

With heartfelt regrets and deepest sympathies for the loss of a grand person and wonderful mother, who fought a great battle for 7 years. Much love from Uncle Frank and Linda C. Bare

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family. I'm glad we got to see all of you at Christmas time. We had fun with Linda at Carmody's. Kevin, you have a huge family that cares and loves you. Our heart goes out to you and your children.

Jim,

I only know you through phone contact but I assure you I understand what you are going through and my prayers and thoughts are with you and your children. Find strentgh in each other because that's what Linda would want. Stay healthy and God Bless!

Mary
CWS Ticket Office

Jim & Family, We are are very sorry for your lost.

With are deepest regrets,
Sam & Gail Ranzulla

To the Bare and McDonnell Families;
My heartfelt sympathies go out to all of you at this very difficult time. I knew Linda as the kid sister of my best friend in High School Ann Marie. Even tho we might have called her a pest she was a great kid and a wonerful person from a remarkable family. I will keep you all in my prayers.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sincere condolences and heartfelt prayers from our family to yours.
God Bless,

Our deepest sympathy to all the family. I didnt know Linda but we lived on Sunnyside and I knew her Mom. May God comfort all of you at this sad time and help you to bear this loss.

To all of the Bare and McDonnell families my thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Linda was a great and she is with all her family in heaven.

My heart goes out to all of you,

My deepest sympathy to the entire family. Having met Linda on a few occasions, I realized what a wonderful gift she was to others. She has been in my daily prayers over these years. Now she is with the commmunion of Saints in Heaven. May all of you be blessed for accompanying her on her journey. Peace, Sr. Katherine Fax

Jim, Kailyn, Kevin & Jack & the Entire McDonnall Family & Friends,

My heart goes out to all of you. Having been at many social activities over the years with Linda she did bring a laughter to the party. Her strenght to continue going to her childrens games & travel are a great examlpe for all of us. She will be missed by many but not forgotten.

Jim, our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. If there is anything we can do, just ask.

Tom, Mark and Jim Lyman