Linda Ann Criglar, 73, of Malden, Missouri, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at her residence.

She was born on Saturday, January 31, 1953, in Clarkton, Missouri, to the late Austin Criglar and Polly Naomi Criglar (Harlin).

Linda worked in housekeeping at the Malden Nursing Center for over 33 years. She was a member of Zion Grove Church and was known for her hard work and dedication throughout her life.

She is survived by her daughter, Phyllis Criglar of Malden; grandchildren Terrell Criglar, Ryan Criglar, Benjamin Criglar, Michael Hampton, Dillion Criglar, Shaylia Criglar, and Dontavious Minniefield; 21 great-grandchildren; one brother, Austin Criglar and wife, Clemie of Malden and three sisters Gracie Harris of Malden, Jeralene Stockard of Malden, and Essie Mae Nelson of Little Rock, Arkansas. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and other family members.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles Criglar and Eugene Criglar and four sisters, Naomi Hester, Paulene Stenson, Velma Dockery and Lorene Lane.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at the Malden Community Center, with Rev. Aikens officiating.

Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until service time at the Malden Community Center.

Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery.