Linda Deboer ’86

Linda died Nov. 26, 2014, as a result of complications from diabetes. She was 50.

A star soccer player from Lynwood, Wash., Linda earned a degree in economics and worked on Wall Street after graduation. She later found her true calling as a doctor of Oriental medicine and spiritual teacher. Linda guided countless students in their quest for meaning and truth. Her passion, sense of humor, love of life, and honesty touched people far and wide.

An All-American soccer player and great all-around athlete, Linda scored 41 career goals at Princeton, a record that stood for nearly two decades. Her precision passing and left-footed cannon-blast shot were a joy to behold. Linda also holds a top-10 javelin mark from 1986.

Always humble, Linda valued her friends’ successes as much her own. She could light up a room with her big laugh and quick wit. Always true to herself, she spoke without fear.

Linda is survived by her partner, Robert Brown; her parents; a sister; her brothers; and a nephew. She will be deeply missed by senior-year roommates Gwen (“Gigi”) Chambers, Simone Mordas, and Beth Portale; classmates from Meadowdale High School in Washington; godson Gregory Chambers; and countless friends and extended family. The class extends deepest sympathy to them all.