Linda May (Setterman) Liebelt

In Loving Memory of Linda May (Setterman) Liebelt With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we announce the peaceful passing of Linda May (Setterman) Liebelt on February 18, 2026, at the age of 77. She was born in Park Falls, WI, on May 21, 1948, to Joel and Myra Setterman. Linda was the heart of our family—a devoted wife to late Donald Liebelt Sr., whom she married on December 19, 2003; a loving mother; cherished grandmother and great-grandmother; supportive sister; and dear friend. She was a steady source of warmth, wisdom, and unconditional love. Her life was a testament to quiet strength, resilience, hard work, and grace. Through every season of her life, she carried herself with dignity, compassion, and an unwavering devotion to those she loved. She had a remarkable gift for making people feel seen and cherished. Her laughter was soft but unforgettable, and her stories, rich with memory and meaning, will echo in our hearts forever. Family was her greatest pride and joy. She poured her love into her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild, celebrating each milestone as if it were her own. Beyond her devotion to family and throughout her years, she found joy in reading, gardening, crosswords, solitaire, bowling, and trips to the casino. Though our hearts ache in her absence, we find comfort in knowing that her love continues to guide us. The lessons she taught, the traditions she created, and the memories she gave us are treasures that time cannot erase. She is survived by her children: Denise (Brent) Tabor, Mathew Sprague, and Donald (Brita) Liebelt Jr.; grandchildren: Kaira (Travis) Urlaub, Karlee (Greggory) Matheson, Payton (DJ) Spears, Owen Sprague, Haley and Sadie Liebelt, Patrick and Presten Pedersen; great-grandchild: Arlo Urlaub; and previous husband, Mike Sprague. She is further survived by her siblings: Myrna Hilgart, Barbara Michalski, Susan (Michael) Schnautz, Vicki (Cliff) Myszka, Michael (Brenda) Setterman, and Deborah (Allen) Thimm; sisters-in-law: Betty Setterman and Gloria Setterman; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Liebelt Sr.; granddaughter, Wren Alexandria Sprague; parents, Joel Setterman, and Myra and Norman Haegerl; siblings, Carol (Don) Murphy, Raymond (Elnora) Setterman, Roger Setterman, and Eugene Setterman; and in-laws, Don Michalski and Robert Hilgart. A graveside service will be held this spring in Fifield, WI, at Forest Home Cemetery, followed by a luncheon. More details to come. We will miss her more than words can express. Yet we are forever grateful for the blessing of having been loved by her. Her legacy lives on in each of us. Birch Street Funeral Service is assisting the family. www.birchstreetfuneralservice.com

Linda May (Setterman) Liebelt

May 21, 1948 - February 18, 2026