Linda Christine Whiteman, 74, of Mayetta, KS passed away Saturday, December 14, 2024 at the Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS. She was born October 10, 1950 in Beloit, KS the daughter of Isaac Roscoe and Vivian V. Keating Gillett.

She graduated from Mayetta High School in 1969. Linda worked for over 20 years at Oldham’s Meat Packing in Holton. Most of all, Linda dedicated her time taking care of her household where she was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.

On May 27, 1967 she was united in marriage to Stephen “Steve” George Whiteman in Arma, KS. They shared over 56 years of marriage before Steve’s passing on December 13, 2023.

Survivors include her 4 children, Kim Tyler (Chris) of Manhattan, KS, Scott Whiteman (Emily) of Leavenworth, KS, Daniel Whiteman (Jodie) of Mayetta, KS and Keeli Kufta (Rich) of Topeka, KS; a sister, Sheilia Gillett of Atwood, KS; 2 brothers-in-law, Galen Whiteman of Olathe, KS and John Sanders (Donna) of Topeka, KS; 7 grandchildren, Isaac, Chloe, Brock, Caleb, Zach, Ashley and Zach; and 9 great grandchildren

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Steve, and a brother, Harold Gillett.

Family will greet friends from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Thursday, December 19, 2024 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. Cremation will follow per Linda’s wishes. Memorials may be given to the Wounded Warrior Project or to the Heart of Jackson Humane Society c/o Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, KS 66436. To leave a special message for the family, please visitwww.mercerfuneralhomes.com.