Lenorris Linder
February 9, 1959 ~ May 9, 2025
Lenorris Linder, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, a proud U.S. Marine Corp veteran and friend, passed away on May 9, 2025 leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Lenorris was preceded in death by his biological father, Hezekiah James Jr; his devoted parents, Claudia and Henry Linder; his brothers, Ronald James and Hezekiah James III; his sisters, Patricia Linder, Anita James, and Monek Linder; and his beloved daughter, Brandi Grissett.
His is survived by his first wife, Valerie A. Linder, with whom he shared two children: Lenorris L. Linder “Bubba” and Ivey M. Irons (Daneal) “Cricket Mama”. He is also survived by his second wife, Kimberly Grissett, and their children: Brittney Grissett (Brandon) and Tyler McKenzie(Carlton Jr.).
Lenorris’s memory will live on through his siblings: Morris, Vanessa (Richard), Gregory, Ruth, Gianetta, Douglas ( Gia), and Shirley. He was a proud grandfather to 16 grandchildren and a great-grandfather to one. He also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and sorrowing friends, including his best buddy Mr. David Gonzalez, affectionately known as “Gonzo”.
Lenorris was an avid hunter, fisherman, and all-around outdoorsman. He was a formidable force but had a heart of gold. He was a diehard Minnesota Vikings fan and would not let you forget it. He will be remembered for his odd sayings like “I got to get the butter from the duck!”, for singing his Marine Corps songs and his sense of humor. He was intelligent and very handy. He could do everything, well…almost everything, he could not do laundry. He put bleach in every load!
Lenorris touched many lives with his presence, humor, and deep love for his family. He will be remembered with affection and missed dearly by all who knew him.
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Linder…no one called him Lenoriss at work, Motor Convoy/Allied Systems. A man that commanded respect, and returned it ( if deserved). He could argue and debate with the best of them, but as I learned in time , nothing was personal. He respected hard work, but felt the opposite for laziness, excuses and most of all dishonesty. Many of us grizzled carhaulers have agreed on one thing in particular.. he gave it you straight.
Personally, we had conversations. Little work/Union business, but a lot of family. How hunting was in Canada. If I ever needed time off relating to family , he had my back. If I slacked, he didn’t.
He left an impression on me, and I’ll always have the respect for him he deserved. There aren’t many left like him. RIP brother. Thank you. 🙏
Daddy I miss you everyday. My world is some much more dimmer without you. My only hope is in Christ and that He will reunite us again. I love you always.
Farewell to my uncle' you will be greatly missed and always appreciated by your elders niece with loving memories
To my nieces Tyler and Brittney our sincere condolences and prayers 🙏 to you and your family during this time of grief and sorrow. Know that your dad is resting well in the arms of the Lord. May you continue to find peace strength and comfort in the arms of the Holy Spirit. Rest In Paradise my Friend!!!
To my godsister Gianetta and the entire family I send my sincere condolences and prayers during this difficult time. May God give you strength and comfort
I love you bro you will be missed
To one of my big brothers,(smile) that's what I would say when I would text you).You slip away from me, and all of your other siblings but your spirit will live on through us. However, we will miss the way you could tell a story from the pass with ALL the extras twist and turns and how you would beat you us laughing , because half of it wasn't true…Miss you , one of my big brothers 😉 Love
I just learned of Linder’s passing today (June 20, 2025), and my heart is heavy. I was his third and last wife. Though we didn’t have children together, he was a wonderful stepdad to my son, Christian—so much so that Christian once asked to call him “Dad.” Linder, in his thoughtful & considerate way, said, “You already have a dad you see often—just call me Linder.”
In the years following our divorce, we reconnected as friends. We shared laughter, meaningful conversations, and he expressed remorse for past moments—something I always appreciated. We both would occasionally check in on one another with a quick text or call to see how each other were doing; and checking on the now adult children. I was grateful he kept me up to speed on them now being parents and living their own lives.
The last time we spoke, in February, he had to reschedule a lunch with me due to an unexpected clinic visit.
Linder remember him having a deep love for hunting, when his health allowed.
I will miss his sarcastic humor and his presence here on earth. However, I will always remember him at the kitchen table reading his bible (often), I will remember our family vacations and I will remember we had a full marriage and I’ll miss my friend.
I am very grateful to have known him during both chapters of our lives.
My prayers are with the family.