Linda M. Reynolds, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and sister passed away at her home Tuesday, January 13, 2026. A visitation will be held Saturday, January 31, 2026 from 2:00-5:00 pm at Nasinec Funeral Home in Wells. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Linda Marie was born August 21, 1962 to Richard and Jean Ann (Whitney) Bartholomew in Mankato, MN. She grew up in the Mapleton, MN area and graduated from Mapleton High School, the class of 1980.
On March 19, 1986, she was united in marriage to Michael Reynolds in Las Vegas, NV. Their union was a cornerstone of her life for nearly 40 years. Linda worked for over 15 years at the Mapleton Nursing Home and dedicated 28 years to the students of Maple River High School as a paraprofessional. After decades of service to her community, she retired in 2025.
To know Linda was to know someone who truly appreciated the beauty in the world. Linda spent many hours in her garden and took immense pride in the flowers she grew. She loved to go fishing, the song of birds visiting her yard, and the festive glow of lights and decorations that turned a house into a home. Linda was often the life of the party—she couldn’t resist good music and was always ready to hit the dance floor.
Above all, Linda’s greatest pride was her family. She lived for her role as a mother and was overjoyed to become a grandmother, cherishing every moment spent with those she loved most.
Linda’s spirit will live on every time a garden blooms, a line is cast into the water, or a favorite song fills the room.
She is preceded in death by her mother Jean Ann Bartholomew; father-in-law Richard Reynolds and sister-in-law Jan Massop.
Linda is survived by her husband Michael of Delavan, MN; her children: Shayne (Jordann) Reynolds, Brandon Reynolds (Frannie Tetzlaff) and Michaela (Trevor) Kleinow all of Mapleton, MN; her beloved grandson Bowen; father Richard Bartholomew; siblings: Karmen (Kim) Bartholomew, Brad Bartholomew all of Mapleton and Amy (Trace) Robbins of Easton; mother-in-law Catherine Reynolds of Mapleton; her in-laws: Cindy (wife of Kevin Wingen) Duncanson of Winnebago, MN, Kristine (Paul) Sellers and Jeff (Jennifer) Reynolds all of Mapleton; along with many nieces, nephews, and their families.
“To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.” – Thomas Campbell
So incredibly sorry to hear of this loss to the Reynolds family!
So sorry for your loss, Linda was a lovely person, Gentle hugs
Sincere condolences to Linda’s family! Hugs and prayers to yiu all 🙏🥲❤️
So sorry for your loss, hugs and prayers to Linda’s family 🙏
Linda I will never forget you the most wonderful soul in heaven love Tami and every family member
So sorry for your loss! Linda was always a friendly face in the hallways at school and shared a smile with everyone she saw!
So sorry to hear about the passing of Linda. She always had a smile and was always very friendly, she will be greatly missed. Keeping all of her family in my thoughts and prayers 🙏
so very sorry to hear od Linda’s passing…..she was such a sweet person. Prayers and condolences to Linda’s family during this difficult time
My heart goes out to everyone in the family. ❤️
Please know that she made a difference in many lives at MR, and she will be remembered fondly. All our thoughts are with your family during this difficult time.
I remember going to several Legion chicken feeds with DickyJo, Jean Ann, Linda, and sometimes Pattie. I loved all the Whitney cousins. So sad to hear of Linda’s passing. You have our condolences. Phyllis and Bob Ficken
Im sorry sorry for your loss
I remember going to several Legion chicken feeds with DickyJo, Jean Ann, Linda, and sometimes Pattie. We had many good times with the Whitney cousins. You have our sincere condolences. Phyllis and Bob Ficken.
sorry for your loss she was a beautiful lady
Such a tragic loss. Love and prayers.
My heart hurts for you all. She was so kind. I always loved to run into her.Many hugs.
I am so sorry for you loss. you are al in our thoughts and prayers.
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family Michaela. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May your mother’s memory live on in the love you share.
Our condolences to all of Linda’s family…Paula and Bruce Ward
Our sincere sympathy to all the family she was a lovely person and friend
I’m so sorry to hear of Linda’s passing. She was so sweet and her smile made others smile too. Hugs and prayers to everyone.
I am so sorry for your loss. God bless and comfort the Bartholomew and Reynolds families.
So very sorry for your loss.
As I was reading Facebook I just read of Linda’s passing. I was so fortunate to have worked with her at Maple River High School for 2 years. I was blessed to call her my friend. Linda was a beautiful lady. My prayers for her family and friends for their loss of Linda in their lives. God Bless.