Linda Sue Hawbaker, 77, of Salina, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Holiday Resort and Rehabilitation. She was born on January 13, 1949, to Lester L. and Lois V. (McMinn) Hawbaker, in Salina. After high school, Linda attended Marymount College for music. Linda had a deep and lasting love for music, especially playing the piano. Music was more than a hobby to her; it was a true passion that brought her joy and gave her a way to connect with others. She dedicated many years to sharing that passion as a piano teacher, patiently teaching, and encouraging her students while helping them discover their own love and appreciation for music. Linda found great fulfillment in watching others learn, grow, and find joy through music, and the gift of music she shared with many will be remembered for years to come. She was also a member of Piano Teachers League and TOPS / KOPS. She enjoyed working with and helping people while she was employed at the Area Agency on Aging.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
Left to mourn her passing are her children, David Hall, of Salina, Laura Warhurst (Preston Usher), of Salina, Jennifer Sims (Benjamin), of Basehor, Sarah Clayton (Joshua), of Downingtown, PA, and Tiffany Gruber (James Bogart), of Valley Center; grandchildren, Jade Mauch (Jimmy), Kieragan Warhurst, Parker Warhurst, Kaden Sims, Colin Sims, Corbin Sims, Elise Sims, Savannah Clayton, Josie Clayton, Alexander Miller, Kevin Bogart, and Daniel Bogart; great-grandchildren, Axel Mauch and Archer Mauch.
A Celebration of Life will be 10 a.m. Thursday, September 17, 2026, at Central Baptist, 2026 Starlight Drive, Salina. Burial will follow in Roselawn Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the family in care of Heier Scott Mortuary and Cremations, 1920 East Crawford Street, Salina, Kansas 67401.
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