Rhiannon Lindley
Rhiannon D. A. Lindley, 29, of Springfield, died January 13, 2021, after a long battle with Acute B-Cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia.
Rhiannon was born January 7, 1992, to Andrea Tribble and Narlin Neal. Although she attended many grade schools and high schools throughout her younger years, one of her proudest achievements was her college work. She initially graduated from Front Range Community College in early 2016 with an Associates in Psychology and later graduated from Ozarks Technical Community College in 2016 with an Associate’s in Biological Clinical Science, as well as her certificate in Practical Nursing.
There are few things Rhiannon loved more in life than children, and she had continuously worked towards becoming a Nurse Midwife before her cancer diagnosis. She actively worked as Charge Nurse at Maranatha Village providing heart-felt care and comfort to those she served. She was also a doula and enjoyed assisting in multiple births for friends and family. Her own children were her greatest accomplishment in life, and nothing would ever stop her from being the best mother she was capable of being. Herself and her husband Jonathon Lindley were avid fans of music and she enjoyed building a collection of vinyl records spanning her musical interests, and especially Fleetwood Mac, from where she took her namesake.
Rhiannon was preceded in death by her father Narlin Neal, and her triplets Aldin, Serenity, and Kaydance. She is survived by her mother Andrea Tribble, her husband Jonathon Lindley, her children Dani, Madalyn, Ezra, Adelaide and Xane, her siblings Jesse Neal, Levi Rist, Wyatt Rist, Alyssa Rist, and Hannah Derrick, as well as many foster siblings, cousins, and other family.
Per Rhiannon’s wishes, no formal services are to be held. She instead asked that her remains be cremated and later spread at one of her favorite places in life, Paddy Creek. It will be a private day for her children to spend enjoying her memory and “swimming with momma” one last time.
I prayed for Rhiannon from the moment I saw her story through Loveline on Facebook. Her story brought me to tears many times and I could feel her pain as a mother, although in no way can imagine what she actually suffered. My heart and prayers go out to your family and especially her beautiful children.
I have prayed for Rhiannon since I first heard her story. My heart is with her family
I didn’t know Rhiannon, but I prayed for her after reading her story shared by Loveline. I have a 17-month-old and am 19 weeks pregnant, and I have been inspired and humbled daily by Rhiannon’s selflessness, courage, and fierce love for her children. I hope that knowing how many people were touched by Rhiannon and her story will help her family feel peace in their time of grief. I will continue to pray for Rhiannon’s family.
Rhiannon also had a brother Joseph Seth Lawson Neal.And a Grandmother Donna Williams. And was proceeded in death by her brother Joshua Davis,her Grandfather Robert Tribble, her Grandfather Joseph Ray Neal, and Grandmother Nellie June Lawson Neal.
I have prayed for Rhiannon since I first heard of her heart-breaking story through Loveline. She exhibited such courage and selfless love as she fought this dreadful disease so she could be with her children, especially Zane, the child she carried to birth through her disease, and her husband. Prayers of comfort to this family as they send their guardian angel to be with our Lord Jesus Christ.
I never had the pleasure of know Rhiannon in life, but I heard about her story through loveline on Facebook. My family and I prayed for her and her family every night. We cheered when we heard her triumphs and cried when we heard her challenges. We’ll continue to pray for the repose of her soul and for peace for her family. Eternal rest grant to her oh Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon her.
Followed her story on LoveLine. Many prayers were said for her and will continue to be said for the repose of her soul.
Requiem aeternam dona eis, Domine.
Et lux perpetua luceat eis.
Fidelium animae, per misericordiam Dei, requiescant in pace. Amen.
I followed her story through LoveLine and prayed for her. I will continue to pray for her family.
I have prayed for Rhiannon after seeing her story on LoveLine. She was an inspiration. Continuing to pray for her family.
Praying hard for this sweet family. Rhiannon was a fierce warrior and I’m thankful our paths crossed. ❤️
As many others, I followed her story on LoveLine. My prayers have been with her and her children since first seeing her story, and they will continue for her children and family.
I’ve been praying for her for months, and am still praying that her dear soul be at rest in Our Lord.
Heart of pure gold, and a sweet soul to match. School was never dull with you around, not many have the gift of kindness you grasped with ease. I don’t know what to say, I know you’re watching over your babes, and no longer in pain. My deepest condolences to your family, friends, and loved ones. You were one person I never forgot from school, for so SO many good reasons.
I am keeping Rhiannon and her family in my daily prayers. <3
I have prayed for Rhiannon since first seeing her story on Loveline. I would check her Facebook page now and then to see if more updates had been posted. I rejoiced and sorrowed with her through each change in her journey. I cried when she passed, and she hasn’t left my mind. I still find myself praying for her soul and her family. Rhiannon, you left such a big mark on so many. Your legacy lives on.
I followed Rhiannon’s story on LoveLine and prayed for her and her family regularly. She was such an inspiration and left behind a legacy of love. She truly loved her children above all. Her family will forever be in my prayers.
I loved Rhiannon and I love her family. I have had the great privilege of serving her and the family for over a year now. She allowed me into a very sacred space – a space that she protected with a warrior heart. She allowed me into her family. She shared her heart and hurts with me. We connected on a different level because we had a similar upbringing. Rhiannon was such a hard worker – tenacious and she persevered all the way through. She was a finisher. When she set her mind on something, it was going to happen. One way or another!
We didn’t agree on everything, but we decided that love mattered most. My heart’s desire was that Rhiannon would know that I loved her and that God loves her. I reminded her often that He had His eye on her. I believe that everyone who encountered Rhiannon knew she was special. I believe that I am better for having known her and I am so grateful to have had the privilege.
Jonathan this is beautiful…just as beautiful as her. I pray you all find peace and comfort with her much missed presence. Her vibrance for life was apparent in everything she applied herself to. I know she isn’t gone, yet still around us. I am thankful each day for each life lesson I learned from her. She has made me a better human. That is of the kindest things I think you can do for a person. I will forever be sorry for your loss. She left such a legacy for her children to follow in, such a wonderful one at that. XOXOXO
Rhiannon, you have been such an example of joy, strength, and love since I started following your story through LoveLine. During my hardest parenting days I have remembered what a privilege it is to raise my children. Thank you for how you’ve helped me be a better mother.
Prayers for this beautiful soul. Testament to a life well lived. <3
Like many others, I have prayed for Rhiannon from the first time I read her story on Loveline. What a beautiful soul and warrior. I will continue to pray for her and her family!
Rhiannon, you did good. You did real good ♡
There will be a special place in my heart for you, always.
Rest now, the day has just begun!
Love always in Jesus, Joseph and Mary ♡
My heart was so broken to hear of Rhiannon’s passing. She inspired me to be a better mom and person. I am so sad her children have lost their beautiful mommy, but I know her spirit will live on in them. I continue to think of your family often.
I have been praying for Rhiannon for awhile now. I am so sad for your loss. I will keep praying for her family and children. I think she inspired a lot of us to be the best moms we can be and to hug our littles extra tight as we remember her.
I admire her bravery and she was a fighter! I am so distraught and it’s a beautiful obituary!
I’ve prayed for Rhiannon and am so inspired by her strength. I’m so sorry for the family’s loss. What a warrior!
I’ve been praying for Rhiannon since Loveline introduced her to everybody. She was so brave, so positive, so loving. Her memory will keep her family strong, knowing how much she loved them.
Rhiannon has been in my prayers for quite a while now from hearing her story through Loveline. She often crossed my mind and I would say a prayer. I will be praying for her family and friends for comfort and peace in this time.
Rhiannon was a strong,intelligent,funny, devoted Mother.She helped hundreds of people with her determination and apathy for others fighting cancer. My daughter will be missed and mourned by many people. Thank all of you who prayed for her.
When Rhiannon’s story first came to Loveline, I began praying for her. She was such an amazing woman and her selfless love for her kids inspiring.
I prayed for her many times after I heard her story. I’m deeply, terribly sorry for your loss. Your family, especially your children, will remain in my prayers. I am so, so sorry.
I never met this courageous woman, but I prayed for her often. I am so sorry for the family and friends of Rhiannon, and I will keep you all in prayer. I hope you feel the peace that only Jesus can bring surround you during this difficult time.
I also found Rhiannon’s story through Loveline and followed along on her journey. I don’t think I’ve ever connected to someone I never met face-to-face as quickly as I did to her. She was such a Warrior Woman. You could just feel the love she had for her family, friends and life in every post she made. It was an honor to pray for her and I will keep her family in my prayers!
I was so sorry to hear of her passing. I have prayed for her and her children since Loveline shared her story. My condolences to the family.
Funny how you are able to love someone so fiercely and connect so deeply without meeting in person. I was always remember her big, beautiful smile as she shared another photo of her treatment, her updates, yes, even her loss of hair. She was fighting so hard for her survival, Zane’s health, for her children. What a beautiful strong Warrior she was. But then, like others, we heard, she would take a bad turn. Sometimes it even looked really bad, but she was back weeks later with a great update. Such is the case with cancer as I know from father, my 31yr sister and now my husband. She was there with the smile again, as if to say to to those who doubted her will to survive or if the continued prayers ???? were working, “I am still here and I still covet your
thoughts and prayers. Don’t stop!”
I was heartbroken to find Rhiannon had lost her fight. I felt we all lost a family member.
Much love to her husband and her children. We’d talk on FB a little bit and she loved you all deeply.
To her mom, siblings and extended family and friends – my sincere condolences in your grief.
My sister was cremated after a lengthy, difficult fight. But to spread her ashes is a sweet memory still 16 years later.
It will be a wonderful memoir for her children.
Funny how you are able to love someone so fiercely and connect so deeply without meeting in person. I was always remember her big, beautiful smile as she shared another photo of her treatment, her updates, yes, even her loss of hair. She was fighting so hard for her survival, Zane’s health, for her children. What a beautiful strong Warrior she was. But then, like others, we heard, she would take a bad turn. Sometimes it even looked really bad, but she was back weeks later with a great update. Such is the case with cancer as I know from father, my 31yr sister and now my husband. She was there with the smile again, as if to say to to those who doubted her will to survive or if the continued prayers ???? were working, “I am still here and I still covet your
thoughts and prayers. Don’t stop!”
I was heartbroken to find Rhiannon had lost her fight. I felt we all lost a family member.
Much love to her husband and her children. We’d talk on FB a little bit and she loved you all deeply.
To her mom, siblings and extended family and friends – my sincere condolences in your grief.
My sister was cremated after a lengthy, difficult fight. But to spread her ashes is a sweet memory still 16 years later.
It will be a wonderful memory for her children.
Our family, including my 4 children have prayed for Rhiannon and her family since we first learned about her. We continue to pray for the entire family daily. She has changed the lives of so many people. I feel she is still protecting her family as much as she is able. I hope the memories of her help to bring her loved ones peace through this time of mourning.
As so many others, I followed Rhiannon’s journey through Love Line, and prayed for her and her family daily. There was definitely no denying that she loved her babies, and they were her life’s most important work. Continued prayers for jer husband, children, and family. May God bless you and give you strength.
Rhiannon was a bright, beautiful, determined, courageous soul. She was an asset to all things nursing in her professional world, and all things family in her private world. It was an honor to have known her. May the comfort of God bring peace in the sorrow to her precious family.
I miss you, Rhiannon. I’m still getting our song tattooed on me like we always talked about. Wish you could be getting it with me. Love you forever.
I have prayed for Rhiannon many times over and will continue praying for her family. Rhiannon, thank you for allowing us to have a glimpse into your life. Thank you for being a light in this dark world and showing us what true love is.
My daughters and I read all the updates to Rhiannon’s health that were posted by LoveLine, but especially the ones that were written by Rhiannon herself. What a tenacious, persistent, persevering, amazing woman. She was a testimony to the value and beauty of the gift of life. It was a privilege to pray for her and we are so sorry for the loss her family must be feeling.
I first met her when she hopped on the elevator while I was on my way to my chemotherapy. I didn’t know her name. I remember she was wearing a lovely dress with a lovely smile. She happily burst saying “It’s my birthday”. I replied “Happy Birthday to you, how old are you”? I ask her coz I noticed her port and thought to myself she is a cancer patient like me. She said “I am 27″…I said still young. She said “they never thought I would live this long so this is a bonus”. I remember thinking it must be serious what she is going through…. that moment gave me hope that I can face my own battles too. I will not know her name until 2 yrs later when we are in the same cancer group and she would often post updates. I am beyond sad of her passing. Rhiannon, please know that you have given me hope at my darkest moments. That few minutes we shared talking will forever be in my memory. I pray for your family especially your children. Rest in Peace!!!
While I never had to pleasure of meeting Rhiannon in person, I have been moved by her story and inspired by her fighting spirit. I’ve been praying for her and following her story for over a year now. She will be greatly missed by many. Praying for peace, comfort, and security for the family left behind.
Have never heard of Loveline nor this woman. Just found this, ur comments brought sadness and tears to my heart. I’ve fought cancer myself for 20 years and have missed out on getting married and having children, so, she is fortunate. She must have been something the way u describe her. I will put in a prayer request for her family at church.
Rhiannon and I were and always will be best friends. We grew up next door to each other. My sisters and I consider her our sister. I knew her as Jodi back then and got to watch her become one of the best mothers and was blessed with one of the best friends someone could ask for. I love you Rhiannon. Looking forward to seeing you again one day. Give our brother Tav a huge hug for me ♥️
I miss you so much my beautiful daughter. I would give anything to have you back in my arms. Please forgive me as I forgive you and try to myself. I never stopped loving you. You were, absolutely, the love of my life Jodi Rhiannon. I miss you like the Flower misses the Rain. I will be seeing you again darling. On an uncloudy day……Momma……