Linda Lou Stahlschmidt, 70, of Gilman passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2022 at her home in rural Gilman. She was born on October 21, 1951 in Kalamazoo, MI, the daughter of Henry and Virginia (Van Dyke) Van Gemert. She married William Stahlschmidt in Kalamazoo, MI on April 27, 1973.

Surviving are her husband, Bill Stahlschmidt of Gilman; three sons, Paul (Ani) Stahlschmidt of Cocoa Beach, FL, Zachary (Adrienne) Stahlschmidt of Lodi, CA, and Benjamin Stahlschmidt of Gilman; six grandchildren; and one brother, Henry (Erika) Van Gemert of Interlochen, MI.

Linda was a special education teacher for many years. She enjoyed reading, quilting, gardening, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Cremation rites are being handled by Knapp-Redenius Funeral Home in Gilman.

A celebration of life service will take place at 11:00 am on Friday, November 25, 2022 at Danforth Reformed Church in Danforth. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service from 9:00-11:00 at church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Gilman-Danforth District Library or God’s Food Pantry.

Please share a memory of Linda at knappfuneralhomes.com.