Ordonna Lois Link

It is with the assurance of eternal life that Ordonna Link, age 82 of Visalia went home to be with the Lord on October 30, 2024. Although heartbroken, we know that we will be together again in heaven. She was a devoted and loving wife and mother. She was a faithful follower of Christ and a committed member of the First Presbyterian Church. Ordonna was born in Los Angeles California on April 13, 1942, to Ora and Don Kelly. Many people would comment on the uniqueness of her first name and it was in fact a creative combination of her parents' first names. Her family moved to Visalia when Ordonna was in middle school and she attended Divisadero and then Mt. Whitney where she met her husband of 60 wonderful years, Tom Link. After graduating from Mt. Whitney Ordonna attended Oakland City College and then went on to attend San Jose State. She received a BA in Liberal Studies and also earned a teaching credential. A love of children and teaching was something that Ordonna had but took some time off to raise her two daughters. After her daughters moved on to Middle School she went back to teaching. She taught first grade at Royal Oaks Elementary for 17 years and she taught second grade at Hurley Elementary School for 18 years. She was a master teacher for many student teachers and was known for her creativity and focus on music and fine arts in the classroom. Ordonna loved to play the piano and played for her students, friends and family. She was a member of Phi Delta Kappa. She was an involved member of the First Presbyterian church serving as an elder, a deacon and was a member of the choir. She taught Sunday school and directed the children's choir. She was also involved in her community as a 50 year member of the PEO sisterhood. Ordonna was also a member of the Visalia Dance Club. She had the gift of hospitality and was gifted in the ability to create a festive atmosphere for any occasion. Her gift of hospitality was felt by many and she will be missed by all who knew her. Traveling was something Ordonna really enjoyed, and she took many trips to places all over the world such as Europe, Asia, and the Holy Land. She loved traveling with her family and friends. Ordonna is survived by her loving husband, Tom Link and her two daughters, Julie Link and Kelly Link and her brother Dan Kelly (Carol). The Link family would like to give a heartfelt thank you to Terry Slinde and Nadine Kelly who helped to care for Ordonna as well as all the support given by Kaweah in Home Healthcare. Services will be held on Saturday November 16th. A graveside service will be held at 9:30 at Visalia Cemetery followed by a Celebration of Life service at 11:00 at the First Presbyterian Church followed by a reception at the 210. Donations can be made in memory of Ordonna Link to First Presbyterian Church Visalia or PEO Chapter HF. Services have been entrusted to Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel. Memorial Tributes and condolences may be offered by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com.

Ordonna Lois Link

April 13, 1942 - October 30, 2024