Linda L. Goetsch

Linda L. Goetsch, 72, of Watertown, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Linda was born on November 29, 1951, in Milwaukee, the daughter of John and Patricia (Kubicek) Lord. She married the love of her life Ken Goetsch on October 23, 1976, at St. Jerome’s Catholic Church in Oconomowoc and the couple enjoyed 47 years of marriage. She worked in retail for the majority of her life. She was an avid reader, and most importantly loved caring for and spending time with her family. She will be dearly missed by all who were blessed to have known her.

She is survived by her husband Ken, children Lisa (Laura England) Goetsch, Kate Goetsch, Allan (Amanda Reichertz) Goetsch, and granddaughter Grace. Her siblings Norm Lord, Bob Lord, Karen (Brian) Meylor, Karl Lord, Lori (Bill) Sorrentino, and Ann (Larry) Caya. She is also survived by a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents.

A memorial service will take place at 11:00am on Monday, August 5, 2024, at the Pederson-Nowatka Funeral Home in Watertown. Visitation will take place at the funeral home from 9:30am until the time of service. Burial will take place at a later date at River Road Cemetery.

The family would especially like to thank Emmy and the staff at Rainbow Hospice for the care and compassion given to Linda.