02/08/2026
Linda Rae Agan, 82, of Carlisle, passed away on March 5, 2026, surrounded by her family. To honor Linda’s wishes, no services will be held at this time.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bessie Spaur Memorial Flower Garden, as gardening was one of Linda’s many passions.
Linda Rae Goff was born on August 22, 1943, to Jim and Juanita (Covey) Goff at Collins Hospital in Knoxville, Iowa. She grew up in the Knoxville area and attended Liberty Country School before later attending Knoxville High School.
Linda was someone who always stayed busy and involved. She was a member of the 3-Ls 4-H Club and a dedicated member of Zion Methodist Church. While staying active in her community, she also worked and served as the Veterans Administrator in Knoxville.
On January 19, 2007, Linda married the love of her life, Arnold “Arnie” Agan at the little white wedding chapel in Las Vegas. The two shared many wonderful memories over the years. Arnie sadly passed away in 2023, leaving behind the cherished life and relationship he shared with Linda.
There were many things Linda enjoyed doing in her free time. Spending time in the garden was her favorite place to be during the warm months, especially tending to her flowers. She also loved playing cards and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Something her family will always remember about Linda was her impeccable timing when sending birthday and holiday cards. It seemed as if she had it down to a science. She took great pride in making sure everyone received their card on the exact day of their birthday.
Linda’s greatest blessing was her family, and she never let them forget it. Before Arnie’s passing, there was nothing she loved more than traveling with him. Having gotten married in Las Vegas, it was only fitting that the two shared a love for traveling together.
Linda will be deeply missed by her children: Kevin Houser, Chris Houser, and Nick Woolsey; grandchildren: Theotus Houser, Cirasole Houser, Jory Houser, Jenna Ford, Jaspyn Beamon, Jayde Barth, Jordyn Houser, Brenden Woolsey, Brylee Woolsey, and Harper Woolsey; 12 great-grandchildren; siblings: Jane Berry, Richard Goff, Martha Reed, and Joyce Goff; along with many other extended family members and friends.
She is reunited in heaven with her husband, Arnold “Arnie” Agan, who passed away in 2023; her parents, Jim and Juanita; her brother, Marion Goff; and her sister, Susan Rowland.