Linda Holden-Givens

At 6:45 a.m. on May 13th Linda Holden Givens passes away with her daughter by her side unexpectedly to cancer. She leaves behind her only biological daughter Alegra. Husband Milton of 29 years August 17th and two step children. Also survived by this unexpected loss is her mother Sandra Browne, 3 Siblings Deborah, Joan and David, Holden. Half brother and sister Eric and Darrel Holden, and wife of David Holden Step-mother Angie. Linda attended Franklin High school graduated class of 74'.She proudly attended the University of Washington. Of course this was not enough, Linda continued her education by getting her masters. A lover of history, the human experience and genetics, she used this to write two books about her family. She loved engaging in others history helping them find there roots at the same time. She loved being active and outside, walking and running in the woods smelling the mesmerizing Washington air. A lover of roller skating, she could cut a rug in the skating rink. strong willed, hard working, if she at all called you family or her friend then she ment that. the memorial wall is here for you all to share pictures and memories, please share!!!

Over the next year dates for a memorial will be posted or any projects or event as well related to my mother will also be posted here. I know people want to reach out to my grandmother, Milton and myself or our family send to this address with attn and the name on it so i can share this with those named below Attn: Alegra Dunkle Po box 424 Tacoma Wa 98401 Attn: Sandra Browne & Family Po box 424 Tacoma Wa 98401 Milton Givens PO Box 424 Tacoma Wa 98401

cards will be distributed to people with names on them accordingly

Thank you for being patient during this time of loss, Linda( my mother ) was a pillar in our family and the loss has hit our family hard and her tragic passing has affected everyone. SO we will be celebrating her life with colors and music, laughter, and stories. Bring your best self..... she would want that any questions post them. But for now we will inform you when its time for anything related to my wonderful mother Linda