Linda Lou Frazier Van Dyke passed away on October 3, 2026, at age 78. She was born in Columbus, OH, to the late Howard and Helen Frazier on November 26, 1947. Linda was a longtime resident of Columbus and a beloved member of the community.
Linda graduated Brookhaven High School in 1965, then going on to start a career in accounting at Sears-Roebuck that spanned over 28 years. She met her beloved husband, Danny Van Dyke, while he was a student at The Ohio State University and the two were married on October 10, 1970, and were happily married ever since.
Linda was an avid sports fan, especially loving the Ohio State Buckeyes, the Cleveland Browns, and the Cleveland Guardians (Indians). Since 1974, Linda and Danny attended every Ohio State football game – both home and away. The two also hadn’t missed a Michigan game – home and away – in over 40 years- truly dedicated sports fans. She was also a member of The Ohio State University President’s Club for over 45 years and the Rittman Society for over 40 years. Linda also was a member of the First Families of Ohio through the Ohio Genealogical Society going back over 400 years. Her dedication will be remembered.
After retirement, Linda and her husband Danny started Tartan Orchards in Mount Gilead, OH, where the two tended to hundreds of apple, peach, and pear trees for over 20 years and counting.
In addition to her parents, Linda is preceded in death by her brothers Raymond, Richard, and Melvin. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Danny Van Dyke and countless friends made along the way.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 10am to 12pm at Schoedinger Northwest, 1740 Zollinger Rd, Columbus, OH 43221, with a funeral service to start at 12pm. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery.
Linda, you are my rock and my best friend. I’ll miss you every single day.
