FLETCHER, Linda Ann (née Wood)

Born on August 28, 1947. Passed away April 18, 2025.

Loving wife and partner of Ralph.
Linda passed away peacefully on Good Friday.
The backbone of “Team Fletcher”. Linda was considerate, compassionate, and full of kindness in thought and in deed.
Lover of Cryptic Crossword’s, Sudoku, Classical Music, Formular 1 Racing, Travel, bush walking, walks down by the river, coffee, and friendship at “Shippies’.
Always a welcoming hostess who loved sharing food and wine with friends. A loyal, loving and supportive partner in all that we shared.
She brought joy to all who had the privilege of knowing her.

The longest blind date has come to an end, but the sweetest loving memories will always remain.
Rest in peace my Darling, Ralph

In keeping with Linda’s wishes, a private cremation will be held.

Funeral Notice

Celebrations of Linda’s Life will be conducted at Shippies Café, Hugh King Drive, Mildura, at 3pm Friday 2nd May 2025,
and the Austin-Healey Owners Club of Victoria, 23 Rosalie Street, Springvale, at Midday on Friday 23rd May 2025.

Tributes
  1. Ralph what do I say I’m saddened and shocked of the passing of your beautiful Linda.
    A lovely lady at rest .
    Noelle

    Noelle Harvey April 22, 2025
  2. Dear Linda, it has been a pleasure knowing you for over 30 years . Not always in constant contact but always in my thoughts. You taught me how to do my very first cryptic crossword and every time I do one I think of you . You will always be remembered as a true lady with a beautiful soul and kind heart
    You shall be missed . May you rest in peace .

    Jenny Machado April 22, 2025
  3. Linda was an amazing Red Cross Member representing many areas. You gave such passion and dedication to Sunraysia and to Zone 3 Mallee. It was our pleasure to call you our friend and we will miss seeing you at events and meetings. A wonderful lady who we were honoured to have met and shared times with.
    Norma Decker on behalf of Zone 3 – Mallee and the Hopetoun Red Cross Branch.

    Norma Decker April 24, 2025
  4. To our dear Linda,
    What a wonderful Red Cross, community focussed, kind, warm giving person you are. You will be sorely missed.
    I first met you almost 7 years ago thru the Australian Red Cross in Bacchus Marsh, and then when you moved to Mildura I said how much Red Cross would miss you. You just said to me, well I will start a group in Mildura and you did! You have made such an impact, a natural leader, People are just drawn to you Linda.
    You helped so many people with such humility and kindness.
    Rest peacefully dear Linda, and thank you for all you given to Red Cross and your communities.
    Carolyn Ratnik
    Australian Red Cross

    Carolyn Ratnik April 24, 2025
  5. Our sincere condolences on the passing of Linda. We were privileged to have met and known her. We last saw Linda in October 2024 when she attended our Lake Boga Red Cross 110th Birthday celebration Linda will always be remembered for her vibrancy, compassion, commitment and love of life. Lest we forget. 🙏 Lake Boga Red Cross Branch members.

    Kate Fisher April 24, 2025
  6. My Dear Friend Linda

    We spent many wonderful times together—twenty years of ballet and walking trips in New Zealand. She was always there for me, in both the good times and the challenging ones. Linda’s friendship was a constant source of joy, and I will deeply miss the Christmas and birthday cards she sent me each year. They were always a reminder of her love and presence.

    I am comforted by the thought that she didn’t suffer and is now at peace. Her love, friendship, and the beautiful memories we shared will never be forgotten.

    Jenny

    Jenny Cock April 26, 2025
  7. Our sincere condolences on the passing of Linda. We have only known Linda for a short time, but always found her to be a kind & lovely Lady.
    You will be sadly missed.
    Love John & Lynne

    John Petty April 26, 2025
  8. Dear Noddy – we had the great pleasure of knowing
    Dear Linda and it was truly evident that you complemented each other. You cared for each other,
    In the best way possible and we are mightily proud
    Of you both. We share your loss and grief.
    Love – Al and Lorraine – Carwoola NSW

    Allan and Lorraine Moore April 26, 2025
  9. Dear Aunty Linda, may you rest peacefully. I remember that Dad (Maurice) always referred to you very proudly &
    fondly as his baby sister! We didn’t share many times in person because of the distance but I remember a lovely Chinese meal with you & Ralph and my mum & dad on one of your trips to England. With Love, Lorraine, Simon & Tiah. X

    Lorraine Wood April 27, 2025
  10. Dear Aunty Linda, may you rest peacefully. I remember that Dad (Maurice) always referred to you very proudly &
    fondly as his baby sister! We didn’t share many times in person because of the distance but I remember a lovely Chinese meal with you & Ralph and my mum & dad on one of your trips to England. With Love, Lorraine, Simon & Tiah. X

    Lorraine Wood April 27, 2025
  11. A beautiful Lady in every sense of the word.
    A tireless worker who supported so many Organisations with her dedication to help those in need.
    Linda will be sadly missed by those whose lives she touched.

    Russell Butcher April 27, 2025
  12. Linda, the definitive definition of a true friend and confidante. Her love of life, her positivity and her total selflessness touched so many lives, none more than mine. She made the world a truly better place. Thank you for the treasured memories, the laughs, the tears, the music. Navigation, her specialty on the road and in life. Daytrap corner will never be the same! Hoo roo and rest in peace, my dear, dear friend.

    Suzi Zivec April 27, 2025
  13. A lovely lady gone too soon. Sincerest condolences to you Ralph, Linda will be missed by many.
    Love from all the Ferrier family.

    Doug Ferrier April 27, 2025
  14. Rest in Peace, Linda – a life well-lived

    Julia and John May 1, 2025