Linda D. Howard, age 53, passed away January 21, 2001, beloved wife of Thomas G.; loving mother of Thomas (Shelly) and Elizabeth Howard; devoted grandmother of Andrew Earl Howard; preceded in death by parents Earl and Phyllis McCann. Linda was a teacher at District 211, Schaumburg High School from 1980-94 and a professional photographer specializing in eagles. Friends and family to meet at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday for Mass at Holy Family Parish, 2515 W. Palatine Rd., in Palatine. Interment private. Visitation Tuesday, 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 185 E. Northwest Hwy., Palatine. Memorials to the Raptor Center, c/o University of Minnesota, Gabbert Raptor Bldg., 1920 Fitch Ave., St. Paul, MN 55108 in her honor appreciated. 847-359-8020
