Linda B. (Vanden Berg) Zuleger

Linda B. Zuleger, 72, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025.

Born on July 29,1952, in Green Bay, WI, Linda was daughter to John and Elaine (Huss) Vanden Berg. She graduated from Freedom High School and went on to earn a Bachelor's degree in Education at UW-Oshkosh before becoming a teacher. She later went back to UW-Oshkosh and earned a Master's degree in Elementary Education. On May 3, 1975, she married the love of her life, David Zuleger.

Linda dedicated 38 years to her career as an earth science teacher in Green Bay, WI, where she inspired generations of students. In addition, she coached middle school track and field and synchronized swimming. A passionate supporter of youth athletics, Linda especially cherished watching her children and grandchildren compete in sport, especially track and field.

A lifelong teacher at heart, Linda delighted in sharing her love of learning with her students, children, and grandchildren. She was also a Cub Scout den leader in Freedom, WI, where she helped shape the lives of many young boys.

After retiring a decade ago, Linda and David moved to Townsend, WI, where they made their home on Surprise Lake. In this next chapter, Linda embraced the arts, becoming a beloved member of the Wabeno Area Players Theatre as both an actor and volunteer coordinator—a role she held dear. She also enjoyed kayaking with friends on the waterways and spending summer days swimming in the lake with her children and grandchildren, creating treasured memories.

Linda had passions for baking, sewing, reading, camping, and the outdoors. She shared her love of travel with David, culminating in a memorable final adventure to Antarctica this past February. She was especially known for her delicious homemade chocolate chip cookies, a favorite of those who knew her.

Faith was a guiding force in Linda’s life. She was a devoted member of both St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Freedom, WI and St. Mary’s of the Lake Catholic Church in Lakewood, WI. She served as a lector and participated in numerous parish and community activities in both Freedom and Townsend over the years.

Linda is survived by her husband David, three sons; Chad (Jennifer Chase) Zuleger, Jason (Michelle) Zuleger, and Brian (Bonnie Glover) Zuleger; and five grandchildren: Addison, Deacon, Adia, Amara, and Iris; her siblings: Diane (Jerry) De Bruin, Terry (Diane) Vanden Berg, Mike (Barbie) Vanden Berg, Barbara (Bruce) Zuleger, and Sue (Dave) Hietpas; an aunt Darlene Newhouse, an uncle Jack (Marilyn) Jahnke, David’s siblings, nieces, nephews, along with many other relatives and friends. Linda was preceded in death by her parents and niece Amy Debruin.

Linda’s warmth, generosity, and zest for life left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her. She will be deeply missed. Please join us for a celebration of Linda’s life at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, W2037 County Rd. S, Freedom, on Saturday June 21, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. The family will receive friends from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., with a Funeral Mass Service to follow at 12:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Nicolas Elementary Catholic School Freedom in her name. For online condolences please visit www.verkuilenfh.com

A special thank you to the nurses, doctors, and the medical care teams at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay, WI and St. Clare Memorial Hospital in Oconto Falls, WI, and the social workers with Unity Hospice.