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Linda Bockstanz

February 2, 2026
Kalamazoo, MI

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Linda Nell Bockstanz, age 71, passed away February 2, 2026 in Kalamazoo, MI. Born December 15, 1954 in South Haven, MI to Donald and Bernice (Taylor) Schultz. She attended South Haven schools and graduated from Parsons Business College with an Associate's degree. Linda worked at several banks in Kalamazoo, as well as for the Kalamazoo County Government, eventually retired from the City of Troy governing office. Linda was preceded in death by her father, Donald and her sister, Mary-Jo. She is survived by her husband, Nicholas Bockstanz; daughter, Brittany Bockstanz and her fiance, Chris Gorham; mother, Bernice; and her lifelong friend, Barb. A memorial visitation will take place at Langeland Family Funeral Homes Burial & Cremation Services, 622 S. Burdick St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 beginning at 11 a.m. on Friday, February 20, 2026. Visitation will take place an hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to Kairo's Dwelling, 2945 Gull Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49048, or a charity of your choice. To share a memory or leave a condolence for the family visit https://www.langelands.com.