Kyra (Sharon) Linn, 56, Warsaw, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Feb. 8, 2015, at her residence. Kyra was the first daughter born Aug. 8, 1958, in Lafayette, to Walter and Heidi Knauss Linn. She attended Warsaw High School and graduated from Grace College and Theological Seminary. She received a bachelor of arts in behavioral sciences and mathematics and a seminary certificate of Biblical studies. She was a software consultant, a teacher, a published author, a percussionist and a string and woodwind musician. Much of her adult life was enjoyed in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she practiced WuShu martial artistry and mastered the art so well that she became a teacher at her studio. She also spent time in Hawaii where she enjoyed rock climbing, scuba diving and caving. Although she was disabled in 2006, she continued her love of learning by studying, researching and publishing a book. She also began compiling a memoir for her mother, who immigrated from Germany in 1956. She was never lacking in tenacity no matter the obstacle. She lived life to the fullest until the very end, and now she is free. She is survived by her two sisters, Helga (and spouse Glenn) Tess, Warsaw, and Heidi (and spouse Mark) Jamesen, Grand Rapids, Mich.; two nieces and a nephew: Sarah (and spouse John) Northuis and Rachel Jamesen, and Luke Jamesen, all of Grand Rapids. She was preceded in death by her father. Services will be at 4 p.m. Sunday at McHatton-Sadler Funeral Chapel, Warsaw, with Pastor Denny Wilson officiating. Calling is from 3 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. ***** Condolences may be sent via mchattonsadlerfuneralchapels.com
