Linda Jane Gorgichuk Tangen Obituary in Grande Prairie at Oliver's Funeral Home & Crematorium

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Linda Jane Gorgichuk Tangen

September 16, 1954 - August 07, 2020

Obituary For Linda Jane Gorgichuk Tangen

It is with broken hearts that we share the passing of our amazing mom, grandma, sister, sister in-law, aunty, and friend to so many, Linda Jane Tangen (nee Gorgichuk). A longtime resident of Grande Prairie, she passed away quietly on Friday, August 7, 2020, at the age of 65 years, with her dear sister Doris and brother in-law Peter at her side. She fought an inspirational battle with cancer for over nine years, always smiling and encouraging those around her. Although truly saddened by her loss, her family is celebrating that she is finally at peace.

Linda was born September 16, 1954. in Spirit River, AB, to Melvyne and Rose Gorgichuk. She was the middle of seven children. The family moved to Wembley when she was six. She completed all her schooling in Wembley until heading to high school in Beaverlodge. Linda started her family after high school; she was the proud mom of two boys, Jason and Jeff Tangen, whom she raised with her loving Joe by her side.

Eventually they moved from Wembley into Grande Prairie where she opened Dynamic Designs in the Town Centre Mall before relocating onto Clairmont Road. She then spent many years with Inter Pro Property Management. After leaving the landlord life, she first worked for United Carpet before buying in with partner Dan Bergdsma which eventually became Nufloors. During her entrepreneurial years, she also had many small and home businesses on the side that she made very successful.

Linda always had a smile on her beautiful face which certainly bolstered her success in retail and sales. She was successful at whatever she set out to do. She was a respected landlord, a friendly salesperson, and a tenacious businesswoman. She could out-golf you on any given day that she put her mind to it. As she dabbled in the world of retirement, she made many new friends in her new homes in both Nanaimo, BC and in Mesa, Arizona.

Linda always had time for her grandkids whom she adored. Taylor, Terran, Gracie, and Tyson (aka Boots) were the centre of her world. She was proud of their achievements and loved to share. She would consider them her greatest treasure. This is the kind of Aunty she was as well, attending many special events for them, and spreading her love. She was also a fantastic dog mom to her puppies: Eddie, Angel, and Abby.

She will be greatly missed by her sons Jason Tangen and Jeff Tangen; grandchildren: Taylor Wold, Terran Tangen Johnson, Gracie Caumartin, and Tyson Tangen; siblings: Al (Joan), Ken (Cheryl), Doris Kolybaba (Peter), Dan (Betty), Marilyn and Wayne (Nancy); as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. She will also be sadly missed by her lifelong friends Sheila Gorgichuk and Karen Nielsen.

She was predeceased by her husband Joe Supple and her parents Melvyne and Rose Gorgichuk.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, August 15, 2020, at 1:00pm, at Oliver's Funeral Home by invitation only due to current restrictions. There will be a livestream of the service for those who are unable to attend in person. The link will be on Linda’s obituary at oliversfuneralhome.com within a half hour of the service start time.

Memorial donations to the Redwater Health Centre Auxiliary (PO Box 39, Redwater, AB, T0A 2W0) who cared for Linda so compassionately in her final days, or the Canadian Cancer Society (200, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, AB, T2E 2P5) may be made to honour Linda's life.

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June 24, 2021

Dechief Terry

So sorry to hear of Lindaâ??s passing. Randy and I were talking last week about Lindaâ??s special â??bloodâ?? connection with our family from many years ago. My deepest sympathy and hugs to you all. Love, Terry
June 24, 2021

McConaghy Donna

My sincerest condolences to The Gorgichuk Family, which includes their friends and family as the Gorgichuks' always make you feel like "family." I will remember her. Linda was strikingly beautiful and she had the most beautiful long black hair. What I will remember most is that Linda was always so sweet and so encouraging to me.
June 24, 2021

Hagarty Scott

Sorry to hear about your Mom - she was a wonderful neighbour. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
June 24, 2021

Miller Sharon

I am so very sorry to read of Linda's passing. She was a kind, sweet person and will be dearly missed. I have so many great memories of her, Doris and Ken and all of the Gorgichuk family members growing up in Wembley. I send my love and sincere condolences to all of the Gorgichuks.
June 24, 2021

Carr Jim and Iris

Our sincere condolence to Ken and Cheryl for the loss of your sister Linda. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
June 24, 2021

Smith Debbie

All of us at Nufloors would like to express our deep sympathy to your family for your loss. Linda was a part of our Nufloors family for many years, including her position on the Nufloors Board of Directors. She contributed to the success of Nufloors and we are thankful for her contributions. We know she fought a long and difficult battle, and we will all miss her. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
June 24, 2021

McCormick Audrey

To All the Family, Linda was special, beautiful inside and out. She had such a positive outlook on life and I had such a nice time with her at our last family reunion. Iâ??m so sorry she lost her battle and my deepest condolences go out to all of you. Her beautiful smile and kind spirit will always be remembered. ♥️ Audrey
June 24, 2021

Gorgichuk Gerry & Val

There are not enough words to express our feelings of the loss for a truly loving, kind, beautiful, fun and all around wonderful Niece!!! Linda will be truly missed by us and we want to give our heartfelt sympathy and loving wishes to her Children, Grand Children, Siblings, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins. There will be a void in your lives due to the loss of such a remarkable person but may the memories of her live on in your hearts forever! They will in ours! XOXO Love Uncle Gerry & Auntie Val. (Gorgichuk)
June 24, 2021

Metituk Helen

II was so sorry to hear of Lindaâ??s passing. She was such a beautiful person who always made time for laughter and chit chat. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult and terribly sad time. May you keep all your special memories close within your hearts always.
June 24, 2021

Mueller Norman

Jason & families. I'm very sad to hear of Linda's passing. My heat goes out to everyone in the families. Chin up Jason. She's up there guiding everyone. She always looked so serious but had the greatest heart. Wish I could come to her farewell. I have some great memories from when we were younger.
June 24, 2021

Zelko Darcey

Ken, I just found out about your sister's passing by reading the obituaries in Everything GP. I wish that I had found out earlier so that I could have passed along our condolences in a more timely manner. I am sorry for your loss. Our family will keep you and Linda in our prayers. Respectfully, Darcey, Anna, Rachel, and Stefan.

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