Linda Marie Coughlin Romanyszyn
Linda was so much more than a daughter, mother, sister or friend; she was that rare exception of a person who truly cared about others and made life-altering impressions on those lucky enough to cross her path. Linda led by example working hard all of her life, mentoring children and showing compassion by volunteering and caring for animals. Linda will forever be in our hearts and if we are worthy she will live on through our future acts of kindness and love. Linda is an example for us all and a hard act to follow…
Obituary
Linda Marie Coughlin Romanyszyn, age 71 of Yellow Springs, OH passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 17th, 2019. Cremation was carried out by Jackson-Lytle & Lewis. A celebration of her life will be held for family and friends at 4:00pm, Thursday, August 8, 2019 at Jackson Lytle & Lewis, 322 Xenia Ave, Yellow Springs, OH 45387. Please visit Linda’s memorial website at LindaInfo.com for further information and updates.
Linda was born in Fort Dix, NJ in 1947. Growing up as the child of an active duty Infantry Officer in the United States Army, she lived in military installations in New Jersey, Turkey, North Carolina, Florida, and Louisiana. She was a graduate of North Fulton High School in Atlanta, GA. As an adult she lived in Georgia and South Carolina and lived in Yellow Springs, OH for more than 30 years. Mrs. Romanyszyn worked for more than 30 years as the school secretary in the Springfield City School District. During that time, she touched the lives of and was admired by thousands of students, parents, and teachers. "Mom placed no importance on power or money; her life was built around helping people," said her son Adrian Romanyszyn of Chula Vista, California. "She always had a sense of fairness and love that was remarkable," he said.
Linda also worked her weekends during the same period for more than 20 years as a shelter attendant for the Green County Animal Control. "Mom was devoted to the love and proper care of animals of all kinds; she cared for and placed thousands of animals during her time there," said her daughter, Nicole Zuniga of Troutdale, Oregon.
Linda raised two wonderful and successful children. "Mom always let us make our own choices and stood behind us when we sometimes didn't choose the right ones," said her son. "She quietly stood behind us through thick and thin," said her daughter. "We will miss her so much," they both said.
In addition to son Adrian Romanyszyn (Michelle Sites) and daughter Nicole Zuniga (Lou), Linda is survived by their father, Michael Romanyszyn of San Antonio, TX, brother and sister- in-law, Dennis and Lynne Coughlin of Decatur, GA, grandson Seth Romanyszyn of San Antonio, TX, nephews Spencer Coughlin of Knoxville, TN and Kevin Coughlin of Durango, CO, and her many friends in Yellow Springs.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Humane Society, humanesociety.org, or an animal charity of your choice.
Linda’s Celebration of Life!
Linda's celebration of life will be held at 4:00pm, Thursday, August 8, 2019 at:
Jackson Lytle & Lewis, 322 Xenia Ave, Yellow Springs, OH 45387.
Directions from Dayton:
> Get on US-35 E from S Ludlow St 4 min (1.1 mi)
> Continue on US-35 E. Take I-675 N to E Dayton Yellow Springs
Rd in Fairborn.
> Take exit 20 from I-675 N 12 min (12.9 mi)
> Continue on E Dayton Yellow Springs Rd. Drive to S Walnut St
in Yellow Springs 11 min (6.3 mi)
> Arrive at 322 Xenia Ave Yellow Springs
Directions from Springfield:
> Take S Yellow Springs St to US-68 S in Springfield Township 10
min (4.4 mi)
> Slight left onto US-68 S 7 min (5.3 mi)
> Drive to S Walnut St 2 min (0.3 mi)
> Arrive at 322 Xenia Ave
Montage Tribute
Mother's Day Tribute
Picture Gallery
Tell us a story!
Stories...
Name:
Nicole
Story:
Momma, Thank you for the 41 years of care, guidance and love
you've shown me. I will always remember your smile and
laughter. We had our fair share of tough times but the good
times certainly outweighed the bad. Keep visiting me in my
dreams and sending those humming birds my way. It brings me
comfort. You'd always critique my road rage, but curse the
person after it was over. Love you!
Describe Linda:
Crossword puzzles, regular puzzles, Jeopardy, Law & Order,
magazines, flowers/plants, animals, opinionated
Name:
Dina
Story:
Linda was my "sister" and my friend. I can remember when I was
growing up, she would always include me in things their family
would do and places they would go. Whether we went to the zoo
or to the beach, it was always an great adventure. She treated
me as one of her children (I am only 5 years older than my
nephew, Adrian)by always showing me such wonderful love and
care. In later years, miles separated us but I always knew she
would be there if I needed her. She helped our family through
some of our most difficult times. I will miss her smile and
her sense of humor.
Describe Linda:
Loved her family(and extended family) tremendously;
opinionated! :)
Name:
Lo
Story:
I distinctly remember the first day that I met Linda. I was
young and terrified that I would not be good enough for her
daughter. I recall
the look on her face as she scaled at my scrawny body and
childish face. The only criticism that I heard about was that
I was "unworldly". Although this was a loaded statement, I
took it as a good sign that there was hope. Twelve years later
she and I would become very close to the point that I was
planning her relocation from Ohio to Oregon so she can live
the rest of her retirement with Nicole and I...
I still pause every-time I pass by the made-up room she was
supposed to be occupying... I still pause every-time I glance
at her smiling picture in our hallway, living room and
bedroom... and I miss her every day since the time I heard
that she had passed.
Thank you, Linda! Thank you for trusting me with your daughter
and accepting me as a son-in-law. And most importantly, thank
you for calling me family. I will miss you and I love
you....Show More
Describe Linda:
She adored humming birds.
Name:
Susan McLean Downing
Story:
Linda was wonderful. She had such a way with the kids. Very big
heart.
Susa McLean Downing Former Educational Specialist for the Clark
County Children's Home.
Describe Linda:
Name:
Jason HArris
Story:
Linda was such a great person. She did have a big heart. I
worked with her at Greene County Animal Control for years. My
thoughts and prayers are with her family. She will be missed.
Describe Linda:
Name:
Sue
Story:
For some reason I just had the urge to look up Linda, I haven't
seen her in years, and was surprised and saddened to learn of
her passing. We were co-leaders of the Girl Scout troop our
daughters were part of. Linda was a good friend back then, a fun
person, a wise guide, and a positive influence. I'm sorry,
Nicole and Adrian for your loss. You were blessed to have such a
special momma.
Describe Linda:
Determined, confident, and compassionate
Reply:
Hello Sue,
Thank you for your kind words and I’m so glad to hear from you.
I remember my Pixie days well with you and Mom. We are doing
well and I would love to catch up, obviously not on this forum.
I’m on FB under my maiden name if you or Amy have an account. I
will gladly accept a friend request. I hope you are going well
and hope to hear from you soon.
-Nicole