Linda Tomaino

Linda was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin to the late Kenneth W. and Hilda Marie (Kvint) Bogstad. She passed away at home on December 30, 2012.

Linda graduated from Ripon College in Ripon, Wisconsin where she met her husband of 31 years, Gregory. Linda spent many years employed in the insurance industry, most of them as a Business Analyst with Zurich American Insurance Company in Schaumburg, Illinois where she pursued her CPCU accreditation.

Linda maintained an active interest and extensive knowledge of the antiques and collectibles market, and was considered an expert in salt and pepper shaker collections and Ceramic Arts Studio creations. Later she pursued this hobby full time, primarily associated with Benson Corners Antique Mall in Bristol, Wisconsin.

Linda always held a special love and rapport with animals of all kinds, both wild and domestic. She held a special affection for her beloved pets Nikki, Natasha, Shadow, Tiger, and Lightning, all of whom preceded her. Along with her husband Greg, she is survived by her dedicated feline companions Gracie and Georgie.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Northern Illinois Samoyed Assistance, Inc., P.O. Box 218, Arlington Heights, IL 60006, or the Orphans of the Storm Animal Shelter, 2200 Riverwoods Road, P.O. Box 31, Deerfield, Illinois 60015 would be appreciated. The family has made private arrangements.

 

Glueckert Funeral Home