Linda L. Konecny, age 74, a resident of Manitowoc, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side in the early morning hours of Thursday, May 8, 2025, at her residence.
Linda was born on September 9, 1950, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Ellis and Jeanette (Schaft) Clayton. She attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1968. Linda married John L. Konecny on September 25, 1971, in Manitowoc. She worked a variety of customer service positions, her two favorites being the north side Dairy Queen and United One Credit Union. Linda had a love for crafting, and could often be found at many local craft fairs selling her creations – Barbie doll clothes, football mittens, kitchen towels, and dish scrubbies among many other things. She had a very lucky side, and enjoyed playing cards, dice, and scratch offs, because she would always win. Linda and John spent many summers camping with family and friends at Jellystone in Fremont and at Devil’s River. Her quick wit, sense of humor, and love for her family will be deeply missed by those who knew her.
Survivors include Linda’s husband: John Konecny; son: John R. (Rebecca) Konecny; two grandsons: Jack and Nick Konecny; sister: Tammy (Brian) Heili; nieces and nephews: Jacob (Rachel) and Joshua Heili, Erik (Lisa) Konecny, Valerie Thomas, Terry and Jeff Clayton, Scott (Jessica) Vogel, and Kimberly Palenik; two sisters-in-law: Judy Clayton and Elaine Clayton; brother-in-law: Jim (Darlene) Konecny.
Linda was preceded in death by her father-in-law and mother-in-law: Russell and Gladys Raduenz; three brothers: Ellis (Butch) Clayton, Ray Clayton, and Bob Clayton; and many other dear relatives and friends.
Cremation has occurred at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory, Manitowoc. A Life Celebration Social will be held on Monday, May 19, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center, 620 N. Water St., Manitowoc. Hors d’oeuvres and some of Linda’s favorite desserts will be served in honor of her notorious sweet tooth.
Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Aurora Home Hospice, especially Tricia, Pam, Jess, Megan, and Chelsea for their compassionate care.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
