Linda H. Kinzler (Hae Sun) Obituary (1937

Linda Kinzler died at home surrounded by her family. After two long years, her valiant struggle with cancer came to an end. Linda was born in Gangneung, Kangwon-do, South Korea. After moving to Uijongbu in the early 1950's, she met and married her "One and only", Dan Kinzler, who was stationed there while serving in the US Army. They were married for 60 years, and had four children. Upon their departure from Korea in 1958 they went home to Pittsburgh where Linda was immediately taken into the hearts of her new family members. Over the next 60 years, they traveled extensively in Europe and the U.S. When Dan retired from the army after 20 years, they moved to Bremerton WA. Linda loved Bremerton and adored its small town feel. She always said that even if she hit the lottery, she would still not move from Bremerton. She had a passion for gardening, grew beautiful orchids, and maintained an impressive array of flowers and vegetables which she always shared with friends and, near and far. Linda was a devoted Seattle Mariners fan. She began attending games back in the late 70's when they were practically giving the tickets away. Every spring, she was enthusiastically obsessed with weather conditions for Mariner games and gardening. Even though she did not use a computer herself Linda loved the internet. It allowed her to keep in touch with her friends and family, Korean soap operas and cooking shows, and to use one of her favorite phrases, "Google that! "Family meant everything to her. Due to circumstances beyond her control Linda lost touch with her family back in Korea, during the early 1960's. But in 2011 she made a pilgrimage back to Korea and her hometown where she was able to find not only her mother's memorial burial site but missing family members as well. Up until this time she had always dreamed finding her mom and being able to say goodbye. During this trip her wish came true. Linda was appreciative of all the individuals who touched her life, especially towards the end. She was also kind and funny and her unique personality had a way of making others laugh and feel special. Being an Army wife, she needed to be strong and tough but was always loving. No matter where the Army sent the family, she made everywhere home. She was an amazing wife and mother, and inspired us all with her strength and courage, and her ability to find happiness in everyday life. She also made a "mean" Kimchi! Linda is survived by her husband, Dan Kinzler, Sr. and four children Patti (Mark) Hedin, Christine (Gerry) Seaman, Dan (Tonya) Kinzler, Jr. and Cathy Kinzler. Six grandchildren: Mike Hedin, Brittany Hedin, Eric Hedin, Matthew Hedin, Kellie Rank and Sherrie Kinzler. Six great-grandchildren Sean Rank, Alexander Rank, Calvin Kinzler and Hailey Kinzler. A seventh great-grandchild, Meyer Hedin is soon to arrive. Linda is preceded in death by her parents, 5 sisters and a brother.