Linda Ellen Guggenmos

Linda Ellen Guggenmos, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, went to glory on Sunday, November 8, 2026. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 14 at 3:00p.m., with a visitation 1-3:00 p.m. at Heartland Community Baptist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Waterbury Funeral Service of Sioux City.

Linda was born in Des Moines, Iowa, on October 12, 1947, to Jim and Dorothy Cardwell. She later moved with her family to Sioux City, Iowa, where she graduated from Central High School. Linda met the love of her life, David, in 1977, and they were married on December 1, 1979. Together, they raised their two sons, Neil and Jeff. When they weren't enjoying their home in Iowa, Linda and Dave made countless memories through adventures together, with their children, and later with their grandchildren. Linda loved nothing more than taking in the beauty of God's creation alongside those she loved most. Whether spotting moose in the Rocky Mountains or dolphins in the Caribbean, she delighted in the wonders of creation and the beauty of the Creator behind it all. She especially enjoyed camping and could never pass up a beautiful mountain view, whether admiring it from afar or hiking to see it up close. Fishing also brought her great joy, and she spent countless hours on Lake Yankton, enjoying the company of her husband as they fished together in their canoe. Linda's joy and wit will be deeply missed. Her family will forever admire her faithfulness to the Lord, her devotion to her family, and her determination, even throughout her battle with COPD. She truly lived a full life marked by a spirit of lifelong adventure, hiking countless trails, cruising the seas, and pouring endless love, laughter, and care into the lives of those around her. Her legacy of faith, adventure, and love will live on through the many lives she touched.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Dorothy Cardwell; her brother, Tom; her parents-in-law, Bernard and Floss Guggenmos; her sister-in-law, Nan Ellwanger; and her oldest son, Neil.

She is survived by her loving husband, Dave; her son, Jeff; eight grandchildren, Dylan, Luke (Kiley), Elliot (Taylor), Landon, Claire, Meredith (Noah), Noah, and Eliza; and two great-grandchildren, Miles and Bryson. Linda adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and poured so much love, care, laughter, and prayer into each of their lives. They will forever cherish the memories and the legacy of love she leaves behind.