Linda L. Wendt

Linda Lucy Wendt, age 84, passed away Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines.

Linda was born January 31, 1941, to Donald and Lillian (Newman) Hennessey. She dedicated her life to caring for others, working as a CNA until her retirement, as well as nurturing young children as a preschool care provider. She found joy in surrounding herself with beauty, transforming her home into a warm and welcoming environment. A passionate shopper, she especially loved exploring thrift stores and tuning in to her favorite shopping channels. Linda had a true gift for decorating—every holiday and season brought a new opportunity for her to create heartfelt displays.

She is survived by her children, Patricia (Kirk) McFadden, Rhonda (Bob) Crane, Vern (Kim) Thompson, and Don (Karen) Thompson; 14 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; brother, Frank (Thelma) Hennessey; numerous nieces and nephews; and many other extended family and friends.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Larry Wendt; sister, Holly Hennessey; and her granddaughters, Freedom Nicole Heyne and Lacey Lynn Crane.

Services will be held on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Bondurant Christian Church, 304 Grant Street S, Bondurant, Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Burial will take place at Bondurant Cemetery after the service. Guests are invited to return to the church for a luncheon.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to Iowa Home Care in gratitude for their compassionate care of Linda.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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