Lynda Kamp
Lynda J. Kamp (nee Hardt) 75
March 8, 1950-June 8 2025
Beloved wife of the late Gary Kamp; Loving mother of Jennifer (Kimberly) Reese, Elizabeth (Jeffrey) Burzynski and K.C. (Brenna) Kamp; Devoted grandma of Lukas (Olivia) Burzynski, Grace Burzynski, Evan Reese, Aaron Burzynski, Miya Reese, Kenzie Reese, Abigail Kamp, Josie Reese and Caleb Kamp; Loving sister of the late Robert (Cheryl) Hardt Sr. Cherished aunt and friend to many.
Services:
A Celebration of Life service will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on July 6, 2025, at Matthias Lot Church, 2645 West Clay Street, St. Charles, MO 63301. Memorials can be made to Wildwood Historical Society P.O. Box 125, Wildwood, MO, 63040
Lynda was born in Richmond Heights, MO to Edwin “Bud” and Loraine Hardt. She was the little sister of Robert Hardt, Sr. They were a close knit family and had many adventures together. Lynda Jean, as she was affectionately known in her youth, and Bob were the best of friends, especially since having a small family. They spent many of their days entertaining (or teasing) one another, even into adulthood. She graduated from Maplewood Richmond Heights (MRH) in 1968. She later became active in their class reunions and enjoyed the luncheons and visiting with former MRH graduates. She met Gary while growing up at Christ Church and married him there in 1969, where both their parents had also wed.
Lynda and Gary had a heart for community service and were both very active in the West County Chapter of the Jaycees. Lynda was the President of the Jaycee Wives at one point. From within this group they would meet some of their closest friends and they nicknamed themselves the SOB’s (Same Old Bunch). They raised kids together, celebrated birthdays in grand style, and played a lot of cards!
They were blessed to have three amazing children; Jennifer, Liz and Kenneth (K.C.) While their kids were growing up, you would always find Lynda and Gary at a ball field, basketball/volleyball court or soccer field and that continued as the grandchildren became old enough to play. Lynda and Gary were fortunate to be married for 34 years before he passed away from cancer.
After becoming widowed so young, Lynda kept busy with work, friends, charitable work and grandkids. Due to Lynda being an avid reader, she was an asset to any trivia team she was on. She had a love for genealogy and preserving the history of her family. She gave of her time to be a part of the St. Louis County Transportation Committee, serving in Gary’s absence. She was a passionate advocate for preserving history, dedicating herself to the Wildwood Historic Society, where her efforts enriched the region’s cultural heritage. She was recently recognized by the City of Wildwood for all her efforts.
Lynda tackled her terminal cancer diagnosis like everything else, with a cheerful disposition. When doctors and nurses asked why she was so joyful, she told them, “I’ve lived a really good life.” Lynda leaves a lasting legacy of community service and family devotion and will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Our sincere condolences to your family. Her loyalties to her family were 1st and foremost. At our monthly breakfast, she would talk of all the grands and their sporting events! Lynda was also a true Blue MRH fan and I know she will be missed! Diane & Skip
Jen, I’m so sorry for your loss!
So very sorry to hear of Lynda’s passing. This is a wonderful tribute to her memory! She was a very special lady! Prayers to the family during this difficult time. 🙏💐
Worked a few years with Linda. Very sweet person so sorry for your loss.
Many of my childhood memories involve your mom’s sweet demeanor and typically cooperative eye-roll at whatever grand plan we concocted. ♥️. I really loved reading this tribute to her and know how much she will be missed.
Ken and I will miss her. She was the youngest of our bunch. I still had lunch regularly with other ladies of our group, and we will miss seeing her at lunch every month.
We have had great adventures in the SOB group. I will miss her .
Brian and I will miss her sense of humor and zest for life. She loved her family and friends and they loved her too. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Jen – I am so sorry for your loss. I know she was blessed to have you there for her these last months. Prayers for you and your family as you grieve through this loss.
William Gruendler
“I first met your beautiful, wonderful mom as her 7th grade classmate in the Fall of 1962, and finally – the following year – won her kiss in a game of Spin The Bottle at a party in the basement of Wise House.
God comfort you all. I Corinthians 15:57
Love,
“Beau”
Such a loss for everyone who knew and loved Lynda. She put her whole heart into everything she did and always brought her bright smile and good humor to liven up every room. She will be greatly missed and fondly remembered.
Lynda & Gary, and Larry & I spent many an evening playing cards, still have the cards and a Lynda tally sheet. They were truly special friends. The four of us, along with other SOBs and our families, enjoyed a yearly Current River float trip, camping in tents. They were a joy to be around and a wonderful part of our lives.
Gayle and I extend our sincere condolences to Jennifer, Liz and KC. We’ll remember the good times we had with Gary and Lynda over the past many years. We are sorry that we won’t be able to come to the Celebration of Lynda’s Life on July 6th.
Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Linda. I remember Linda as being a wonderful person and liked to be friends with everyone she met.
I was lucky to meet and get to know Lynda through the Wildwood Historical Society and our Wildwood Historical Commission meetings. She was always so friendly and kind. It came as a shock to me that she had cancer and lost the battle. As she said, “she lived a good life” and was loved by many. She will be missed at our Wildwood meetings and by all that knew her. Rest in Peace, Lynda.
So sorry for your loss. I had the privilege of serving with her on the transit commission for years. She was an amazing advocate for all.
Lynda was my friend since kindergarten at West Richmond School. She had a beautiful and perfect pony-tail, she could dance and do acrobatics, her mom was always our room mother or our brownie leader, she had a collection of dolls which were displayed on shelves in her pretty bedroom, she was smart and just such a nice girl. I will always miss her! Love, Donna Stricklin Bale
It is with sadness that we will not be able to attend Aunt Lynda’s celebration of life. She was always cheerful even through some of the toughest life moments. She was a wonderful example of volunteering and giving back to her community and friends! She is missed greatly by all who knew her. We are thinking of Jen, Liz and KC and their families.