Linda Ann McQuinn, 55, of Independence, MO, passed away February 6, 2012. A memorial visitation will be held from 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. followed by a 3:00 p.m. service on Saturday, February 11, at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO. The family suggests donations to a breast cancer charity of your choice. Linda was born November 17, 1956 in St. Joseph, MO to George and Rosanne Grimes. She graduated from LeBlond High School in 1975 and Northwest Missouri State University in the fall of 1978. She was employed by BHA/GE Energy for 27 years. All who knew Linda will miss her superior wit, her wisdom, and her great love of life. Our love for the Duchess goes on. Linda is survived by her loving husband of 33 years, Tim McQuinn; her two sons, Brian McQuinn and Steven McQuinn; four sisters, Betty Ann McAllister, Kathy Seufert, Nancy Mattingly and Susan Morris; as well as many loving friends.