Linda was born February 3, 1955, in Boone, Iowa, to Dayle and Doloris (Coleman) Swanson.

She graduated from Nevada High School. In 1994, she married her longtime love, Ronald Kajer. Linda worked for Harris Auctions as a clerk for several years.

Linda enjoyed old jewelry, helping feed the cattle and the birds. She took great pride in her koi pond and her flower gardens. Linda and Ronald spent their spare time at the casino.

Survivors include her husband, Ronald of over 50 years; step-children, Jeff (Kendra) Kajer of Toledo, Jim Kajer of Tama and Laura (Carroll) Kajer of Tama; siblings, Roger Swanson of Nevada, Jean Jorgensen of Chelsea and Joan (Brett) Watertor of Nevada; step-grandchildren, Josh, Amanda, Shelly Nicole, Crystal, JJ, Nathan, James Heather and Alec; several great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Wayne “Sonny” Swanson; sister, Rosemary Chitty; and a great grandson, Steeler Sutton.

A memorial fund will be established.

Kruse-Phillips Funeral Home, Tama-Toledo, is assisting the family with arrangements.