LYNDON, Kan. – Linda Sue Droegemeier, 59, of Lyndon, Kan., passed away Jan. 9, 2023, at her home. She was born Aug. 21, 1963, in Emporia, Kan., the daughter of Jimmy Leroy Droegemeier and Janet Sue (Carlson) Droegemeier.

After attending high school in Olathe, Kan., she graduated from University of Missouri-Kansas City with a bachelor’s degree. Linda was an electrical engineer at Puritan Bennett, and worked for a time at KanBuild, Osage City, Kans.

She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and going to concerts.

Linda is survived by sons, Jonathan Higgenbothom, of Olathe, Jesse Higgenbothom and wife, Leslie, Lawrence, Kan.; boyfriend, Fred Moore, Lyndon; mother, Sue Carlson-Droegemeier, Reading, Kan.; sister, Janet Droegemeier Stone, Shawnee, Kan.; and grandchildren, Colt, Emmett, and Bryson Higgenbothom.

She was preceded in death by her father; and brother, Jimmie Dale Droegemeier.

The family suggests memorial contribution be made to the American Cancer Society, sent in care of Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW Sixth Ave., Topeka, KS 66603. Condolences can be left at www.brennanmathenafh.com.