Linda Ann Bermudez

Linda Ann Santiago Bermudez was born on October 26, 1941, to Eddie Santiago and Virginia Mu�oz in Tulare, California. She grew up on a small ranch in Kingsburg, California, where she spent most of her childhood. As the oldest of four children, Linda created countless cherished memories with her siblings and her beloved stepfather, Edward Yeramian. She attended Clay Elementary School through eighth grade before becoming a proud Kingsburg High School Viking, graduating with the class of 1960. During those high school years, she met a young man named Rufus Bermudez, whom she would later marry. On February 2, 1961, Linda and Rufus married and began their life together in Reedley, California. Soon after, they welcomed their first child, Dean Alfred Bermudez. Linda loved being a mother, wife, and homemaker. A few years later, their family grew with the birth of their daughter, Leesa Helene Bermudez. The four enjoyed their years in Selma, surrounded by family and friends. Eventually, the trucking business led them to Bakersfield, California, where they would live for the next 30 years. During this time, Linda and Rufus welcomed a surprise blessing-their third child, Kim Ann Bermudez. While raising her family in Bakersfield, Linda decided to pursue a career of her own. She entered the legal field, working as a secretary and court transcriber, where she discovered a love for learning all aspects of the profession. Her sharp attention to detail, organizational skills, and strong work ethic soon earned her a position with the United States Federal Probation Department, and later with the U.S. Attorney's Office. As an administrative supervisor, Linda oversaw offices throughout Central California and enjoyed the opportunity to connect with colleagues across the region. In 2005, she retired, ready to dedicate more time to her family and the activities she loved most-traveling, shopping, painting, cooking, and, above all, spending time with her two grandchildren. Linda is survived by her devoted husband of 64 years, Rufus Bermudez; her brother, Robert Yeramian; her children, Dean Bermudez, Leesa Bermudez, and Kim and her husband, A.J. Bangloy; and her two grandchildren, Dean Anthony and wife Erin and Aleena Marie Bangloy. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, extended family, and lifelong friends. Linda was preceded in death by her mother, Virginia Yeramian; her stepfather, Edward Yeramian; her brother, Richard "Dick" Yeramian; her sister, Carolyn Clawson; and many other loved ones she held close in her heart. Linda will be remembered as a selfless and nurturing caregiver who always placed the needs of others before her own. She was unwavering in her devotion as a wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, Nina, and friend. Those who knew her will miss her deeply and carry her memory in their hearts forever. Memorial Mass services will be held 10:00 AM Friday, September 5th, 2025 at Holy Family Catholic Church, 1275 Smith Street, Kingsburg. Services have been entrusted to Salser & Dillard Creighton Chapel. Memorial Tributes and condolences may be offered by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com.

Linda Ann Bermudez

October 26, 1941 - August 19, 2025