Linda Lee Dryer Sylvania, Ohio Obituary

Linda Lee Dryer

<p>Linda &nbsp;L. (Rydman) Dryer, age 71, of Monclova, OH passed away Tuesday, August 31, 2021.&nbsp; She was born April 17, 1950, in Toledo, OH, to Mary Jane (Painter) and Kenneth Rydman.&nbsp; She graduated from Whitmer High School in 1968 and earned a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Toledo and a master&rsquo;s degree from Lourdes College.&nbsp; She began her career teaching third grade at Highland elementary School in Sylvania.&nbsp; During her 35-year career she was awarded Educator of the Year.&nbsp; She also was honored as a Martha Jennings Holden Scholar and Who&rsquo;s Who in Education.&nbsp; Linda enjoyed teaching and retired from Sylvania Schools after 35 years in 2010.&nbsp; Linda and Bill treasured family and time spent together.&nbsp; Linda was preceded in death by her parents.&nbsp; She is survived by her loving husband, Bill who passed September 10, 2021, daughters, Patricia L. Barfield and Shannon L. (Andre) Velazquez, grandchildren, Megan (Nico) Benedetti and Alex Velazquez, beloved great-granddaughters, Luca and Isla Benedetti, brother, Greg (Cindy) Rydman; nephew, Mark (Suellen) Rydman, niece, Courtney (Tristan) Lyne; great-nephew, Elijah; and many extended loved ones.</p> <p>Visitation will be held at Reeb Funeral Home, Sylvania, Friday September 17, 2021, from 3:00 P.M. &ndash; 7:00 P.M. with funeral following at 7:00 P.M.&nbsp; Interment will be private.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers please consider contributions to Diabetes Association of Toledo.&nbsp; Online condolences to reebfuneralhome.com</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
April 17, 1950 - August 31, 202104/17/195008/31/2021
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Ruth Dielman
September 23, 2021
When I read about Bill and Linda, our wonderful and delightful neighbors for many years, some time was needed to comprehend such heartbreaking losses. Often Bill, Linda, and I would have enjoyable conversations when I walked Summer, beloved cocker spaniel, or when stoppi... Continue Reading
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Cheryl Meier Thieman
September 17, 2021
Im so sorry to hear about Lindas passing. We graduated from Whitmer together an she was in my wedding. I Have many wonderful memories of Linda and our years of friendship. My prayers are with her family at this difficult time.
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Roger R Start
September 16, 2021
Greg and Cindy,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of Linda and Bill. When Linda worked at the drugstore we had a lot of fun, especially caring out the practical jokes we did against Dr Gwyn and Hazel, along with their nurse, JoEllen. She brought me so ma... Continue Reading
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Bob Berkowitz
September 15, 2021
Linda was a fine educator and colleague. My children were also taught by her. May her memory be a blessing and may she Rest In Peace.
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September 15, 2021
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Christine Keran
September 13, 2021
I was shocked to hear of the passing of Linda and Bill. We were neighbors for over 30 years. They were wonderful to talk with and I thoroughly enjoyed when they stopped in their car to chat. The love between the two of them was very apparent and it is that reason that I ... Continue Reading
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