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Date Of Birth: January 29, 1947
Date Of Death: October 9, 2009

CHRISTOPHER SCOTT LINN62, died October 9th, 2009, after coming up on the short side of a bout with cancer, though some would say it was his fifty-plus years of devotion to the Chicago Cubs that did him in. He was born in Indianapolis in 1947 to the late William C. and Matilda Linn (Daugherty). Chris attended North Central High School (1965), Purdue, the College of William & Mary, and Butler University (1975), where he made the Deans List. While in high school he attended the Culver Summer Naval Academy. Chris was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army (1972) after serving in Viet Nam.For the past ten years Chris was an Associate Director with the Center for Economic Education at the Indiana Business Research Center (Kelley School of Business at Indiana University). While residing in New Zealand he was General Manager of the Tauranga Golf Club, and General Manager of the Waitakere Rangers, a New Zealand pro basketball team. His career spanned real estate, banking, mortgage banking, and low income housing development.Chris was a member of Kappa Alpha Order at William & Mary, a past president of the Indianapolis Mortgage Bankers Association, and former member of Hillcrest Country Club where he had the distinction of holes-in-one on each of the par-threes. Chris enjoyed ski trips, travel, camping, and sports of all kinds, especially baseball and golf. He was a huge Butler basketball fan. Chris was an avid reader, ever curious about history and world events, worked the NY Times Crossword puzzle each day, loved a shaggy dog tale, enjoyed music of all kinds, and never forgot a name. Chris was a true gentleman, loyal to his friends, and loved his family. His presence and wry sense of humor will be greatly missed by all who knew him.Chris is survived by his wife, best friend and traveling companion Linda (Frick) Linn; sons Scott (Nancy) of Oak Ridge, TN and Alex (Alexis) of Indianapolis; mother of his children, Pam Smith; grandchildren Klara, Jackson, and Will; brother Collyer (Anne) Linn of Williamsburg, VA; sister Libby (Len) Traubman of San Mateo, CA. Other survivors include numerous cousins, and seven nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. There will be no calling. A short memorial service will be held at Riverwalk Lodge, 6729 Westfield Blvd., on Friday October 16th at 4:30 pm., immediately followed by a “Celebration and Wake” at the same venue. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Butler University Athletic Program, Office of Annual Giving, 4600 Sunset Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46208. Friends may sign or visit his online guest book at www.indianafuneralcare.com. The family would like to thank the doctors and staff at Wishard Hospital ED, X-Ray, Primary Care, Pulmonary, and Palliative Care departments. Also thanks to Radiation Oncology staff at IU Simon Cancer Center and the Visiting Nurse Service Hospice program. Arrangements are entrusted to Harry Moore Funeral Care.

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  2. There once was a man named Chris,
    a Cubbies game he would not miss,
    he said with a tear
    as he lifted his beer,
    the Cubs have sent me to the abyss.

    I will miss my dad very much. I will always admire his optimistic, yet humorously skewed vision of life. Love, Scott

  3. Chris was a wonderful writer. I have kept his end of the year reports where he dedicated a paragraph to each month of the year in a humorous, fun way.

    Chris loved his children and told me personally how pleased he was that they are good friends to each other in their adulthood.

    I am deeply appreciative that Linda was such a good friend to Chris and was a rock in his life.

  4. Coworker with Linda who always had engaging stories of her life with Chris and their adventures – humorously shared in her annual Christmas newsletter.

    My thoughts are with Linda and her loved ones during this time of loss — and at their celebration of a live well-lived.

  6. I worked with Chris at Arsenal Savings (way, many years ago). I was branch manager in the Nora Branch (I came from the Anchor Standard merger). We were a major mortgage branch and I worked closely with Chris. Jane Voss (my maiden name was Voss, Jane was previously married to my cousin) has kept me informed of Chris’s illness and her visits with Chris. He died as he lived – with wit and tremendous character. My condolences for this great loss.

  7. My dad was a wonderful person and father. He will be deeply missed by myself, family, friends, and anyone else who knew him.
    I will miss you dad.
    I will cherish all the times sitting around talking about life and sports.
    I will miss you dad.
    I will cherish his competition on the golf course.
    I will miss you dad.
    I will cherish all of the fond memories I have.
    I love you dad!

  8. Chris, thanks for your friendship years ago. Karen and I wish family and friends the best in this difficult time. We will celebrate Chris’s life at our local. Carpe Diem.

  9. Linda,

    I hardly knew Chris, but he had to be a special person because he married you. From the wonderful obit, it’s clear he brought joy to many lives. We are very sorry for your loss and that of his family. As we can’t make the calling, please know we’re there in spirit. God Bless.

    Allen and Liz Ferreira

  10. In the early 1980’s, I worked with Chris when I was on the staff of the American Cancer Society. Chris was the chairman of our Residential Campaign. He was a wonderful man and a devoted volunteer, and he was a joy to work with. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

  11. Linda
    I, of course did not know Chris very well except for your wonderful Christmas letters and I learned a lot about him in the obituary. How sad when we do not get to grow old with our partners. I am jealous though about the hole in ones at Hillcrest! Mickki

  12. My prayers to the family for God’s Peace and comfort. From a fellow NCHS classmate and veteran.

  14. Linda,

    I had no idea you were facing such a challenge. These must have been difficult times, but I know how strong you are and what a wonderful wife you were to your husband.

    I hope God will give you continued health and strength in the days ahead.

    We are in Florida so will miss the event, but hope to catch up with you in the future.

  15. Chris was a joy to be around. Pehaps the most even keeled guy I ever knew.Always a little grin on his face and a wisecrack forthcoming, I loved hanging with Chris.Many wonderful golf memories at HCC. God Bless you Chris!
    Gary Gibboney

  17. Only talking about Chris the other day with members of Tauranga Golf Club. We all really enjoyed the time that we knew him. Our sincere condolences to Linda (Brian’s friend and ex workmate). Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I’ll always remember Chris speaking about his “Golf match with friends around Town”, where they played up and down the streets. A hilarious tale and it must have been a wonderful sight to see!

  18. So sad to hear this news of Chris’s passing. Please pass on my love and sympathy to Linda and her family and Chris’s family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad, untimely time.

  19. Linda,
    I was a fraternity brother of Chris’s. Cra, Scott Hart and me spent alot of time together playing Gin and drinking it too. We will miss him…Terry

  20. I have nothing but good, positive memories of Chris…a kind, gentle soul. I hope he knew how many lives he touched.

  21. Dear Linda,
    the world has lost one of its happiest,thoughtful,inspiring warriors.
    We were always enchanted by the Kiwi Chronicles. But what we will miss most of all is the twinkle in Chris’ eyes when he came to the end of telling a story to remember.

  22. Chris became part of our lives a little over four years ago when Alex married our daughter, Alexis. We truly enjoyed getting to know Chris and especially enjoyed his wry sense of humor and wit. He
    showed great dignity and courage to the end. We’re going to miss him! May peace be with you, Chris.

  23. Chris
    Thanks for the memories and great times. Oh, the stories we could tell! Rest assured, there will be a special toast for you tonight.

  24. Chris
    Thanks for the memories and great times. Oh, the stories we could tell! Rest assured, there will be a special toast for you tonight.

  25. My condolences goes out to the entire Chris Linn family. Thank you for allowing me to help care for him it was certainly my pleasure.

  26. Linda Linn~I am truly sorry for your loss. I never tire of the raccoon story…and I see he said his goodbye as well! I’m sure the past several months have been hard, but it has been wonderful to hear how you and Chris kept your senses of humor. Two very lucky people to have found each other~Sincerely, Fluffy

  27. What a terrific guy! We are all diminished by this loss. I will never forget his biting wit and true friendship. Here’s to you, Chris

  28. I knew Chris back when he was a typical devil of a little brother. My condolences to his family.

  29. Sorry to hear of Chris’ illness and passing. We were friends at Westlane and North Central. While getting ready to leave VietNam many years ago I reported to the out-processing center and ran into Chris, who was one of the Sgt.s who ran the place. He put me up in his living area, which was better than the Officer’s Quarters. I had planned on buying him a drink when he returned but I don’t think we ever ran into each other again. A great guy. My condolences to his family.

  30. Chris was a friend and golf buddy for many years at Hillcrest. I still have a picture or two of us when we partnered for the Shoot-Out. I also have a copy or two of the Kiwi Chronicles that were so enjoyable to read. I will not be able to attend the gathering this evening but my sincere sympathy goes to Linda and the family. Chris will be missed by many.

  31. Scott and Nancy…

    We were saddened to learn of your Dad’s death, but enjoyed reading his obit. We’ll give hugs when we next see y’all. We made it yesterday to Orange Beach.

    Love, UJ and AC

  32. Chris,

    I estimate you were about 24 times my weight, but it was real easy to scare you silly. That’s all I was goin’ for, you know. Didn’t mean for the whole thing to escalate into a bodily injury situation. Anyways, water under the bridge, right?

    Gonna miss watchin’ you on the porch. All those times your lighter wouldn’t light – that was me. Always had a good laugh with the missus ’bout that. She used to say it was ’too dangerous’ and ’I’m gonna kill ya if he don’t’. Then she sees the showdown at the garage and changes her tune, starts tellin’ me to go and mess with you. But I saw how you were nice to the goldfish, to Momma Cat, and to the squirrels and other critters. I saw how you looked after your wife and your family and your friends. And I just couldn’t do it no more. No more pickin’ on Chris, I said.

    I was gonna tell you this in person, but I waited too long. So here goes. As men go, you were one of the best, Chris Linn.

  33. 31 years later, I wouldn’t have guessed that working for Chris Linn, at Arsenal Savings in Carmel, would have changed my career path to the mortgage business. I will miss my best boss, teacher, and a genuinely dear friend, who touched so many lives, and made such a big difference in only 62 years of life. Sincerely, with genuine caring to his family and friends, Janie Dodson Voss.

  34. Linda,Scott,Alex and Pam,

    I haven’t seen Chris in years, but the Christmas letters kept me posted and laughing. Many, many memories of the golf games with Bill, friends in the neighborhood and all the antics of Scott and Alex, as well as the stories that Pam and I had to endure. I am so sorry that both Bill and Chris had to suffer the battle of cancer. But in heaven, they have probably already finished their first round and are on the 19th hole. Linda, although I never had the opportunity to know you, Chris seemed to have met his match. Know that I am keeping you in my thoughts during this difficult time. Scott and Alex, I am so sorry that you had to lose your dad at such a young age. Know that he was proud of you. Pam, I know that you have moved on, but may your memories be only of “the Good”.
    I am so sorry that I was out of town and had to miss seeing each of you on the 16th.

    God bless each of you and help you deal with this difficult loss.

    Sally Baker

  35. Chris Linn, with us being married for more than 24 years, we shared ’The Good, The Bad and The Ugly’ with the Very Best of The Good being the births of our two ‘blond-haired blue-eyed’ boys. You will be missed; a wine glass turned over; and after all is said and done, ’you did it your way’, Pam Sue 10/21/09

  36. Linda,

    Evelyn and I were saddened to learn of Chris’ death well before his time. It seems like just yesterday you were off to a new life with Chris.
    Please know you’re in our thoughts and prayers.

    Robin

  37. Linda:
    Janet and I were so sorry to hear of your husband’s death. Our sincere condolences and best wishes to you in this time of loss. We would be pleased to do anything that might help.

  38. Dear Linda, Scott and everyone else in the immediate and extended families: It was a joy for Ben and me to know Chris. We are among his greatest fans for his incredible sense of humor, for his superior writing ability, for fathering the guy who has turned out to be a perfect son-in-law, and, particularly, for the example he has set for how to go about this unpleasant business of dying. For that I am especially grateful. I hope Chris knows that he is missed.

  39. We lost an old friend and part of our youth when Chris died. We hadn’t seen him for many years until recently, but he will be in our hearts and in our memory bank forever. He brought me back yards of silk when he returned from Viet Nam, which I tried to sew into something wearable and always cherished. He was fun and kind and an outstanding writer. We’ll remember him always.

  40. I just got to work with Chris in the last few years on a project my organization funded with IU. I had some health issues arise during that time and Chris was very nice to me during my recuperation. I enjoyed the time together and send my warmest regards to the family. He was a great guy to get to know.Jane Ade Stevens

  41. Linda, My thoughts are with you and your family this first Christmas and New Year without that wonderful, funny, bright, witty man. I hope the many wonderful memories you shared with him will sustain you over this time. I am planning to spend the whole of October next year in the states and hope that I can come to see you. I will be in Baltimore for a week and could train or bus to you. Gemma and Ian are still loving Charlotte and are spending New Year in Boone, NC, snow boarding. My thoughts have been with you this Christmas as I know how hard I find and cope with the holiday season while everyone is so darned happy. Love you heaps, can’t wait to give you a huge bear hug and kiss. Love to all, Linda

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