Linda Clark (nee Lentine b. 1/19/1938) of Burlington, Iowa, passed on September 30, 2026 from our living presence under the careful ministration of the staff of Southeast Iowa Medical Center and the watchful concern of good friends. She is survived by her many cousins, including Florence Paterno, who lived near Linda for many years; Jim Lentine, Louie Lentine, Frank Lentine and their extended families.
She lived an eventful life before moving to Burlington, Iowa. She was a teacher at a Chicago private school; she rehabbed numerous Chicago buildings; and she co-founded Chicago Opera Theater. Linda was briefly married to Russell Clark, a noted leader of the American Bar Association, before his untimely passing.
Over the years, she took many railroad trips to visit her parents in Sacramento, California. Those train rides passed through the picturesque river town that became her home in 1989. Once in Burlington, always industrious, she dove into renovating property, building a network of friends and supporting local causes. She was the driving force behind the renovation of what became the Mississippi Manor B&B. In Burlington, Linda often entertained friends and family from Chicago, St. Louis and beyond. She was often seen walking around town and actively participating in many area events. Her wit and wisdom touched many lives. She will be missed by an extended network of friends, and her family has been touched by an outpouring of support from the community.
A memorial can be expected to occur in the spring with details still to be determined.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Prugh Funeral Service is in care of the arrangements.
Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Linda's obituary at www.prughfuneral.com.