Linden Joseph Raimer's Obituary
On Thursday, June 23, 2022, Linden Joseph Raimer, loving husband and father passed away at the age of 75.
Linden was born on December 31, 1946 in New Orleans, LA. He graduated from McDonogh 35 and followed in his grandfather's footsteps becoming a master plumber and a member of the Plumbers and Steamfitters Local Union 60. Years later he became the director of building permits in St Tammany parish and later the director of field services at IAPMO, the International Association of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials until his retirement in 2022.
Linden married his high school sweetheart Linda Hampton in August 21, 1965 and had two children, Bridgette and Linden “Beau” Raimer. He had an insatiable drive for learning which he poured into his hobbies: raising Thoroughbred horses, award winning Serama chickens, and championship racing pigeons. Linden also loved traveling and explored the entire world, his favorite destination was Ulusaba, South Africa where he, Linda, and their closest friends spent their time going on photo safaris. But his favorite place in the world was his home at One Oak Farms in Covington, LA. Linden was a practicing member of the SGI Buddhists. He is survived by his wife of 57 years years Linda Raimer, his daughter Bridgette, son in law Jessy, and his grandchildren Chase and Trent. Linden was predeceased by his beloved son Linden “Beau” Raimer.
Thank you to the staff of Tulane Medical SICU who took such great care of Linden in his final weeks. Please Share a Memory on the Tribute Wall at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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