Brian Michael Linder

Brian Michael Linder, 47, of Olathe, KS, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Brian was born on May 26, 1976, in Kansas City, MO, to Diane Elizabeth (Figge) Linder and Robert Allen Linder. A Prayer Service will be held at 5:00pm, Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at McGilley & Frye Funeral Home, 105 E. Loula St, Olathe, where a Celebration of Life will follow until 8:00pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society.

Brian went to high school at Olathe North High School. After high school, he worked several jobs including Olathe Trading Post and Pawn. Later he found his calling at Major Thrift as a leader in management, guiding the younger generation, and trying to help them navigate through the challenges of life.

Brian was a man that loved his family. He was exceptionally nurturing to his nephew Logan, niece Ralyn, and his Major Thrift family. He will be fondly remembered for his loving nature and always being a kid at heart. Brian enjoyed fishing, KC Royals baseball, KC Chiefs football, soccer, basketball, hats, shoes, motorcycles, and cars (especially Mustangs). His sense of humor will be remembered fondly and greatly missed.

He is preceded in death by his father, Robert Allen Linder and maternal and paternal grandparents.

Brian is survived by his loving mother, Diane Linder, of the Olathe, KS; brother, Mark Linder of Olathe and sister, Karen Linder of Olathe. Also left to cherish his memory are his nephew Logan, his niece Ralyn, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.McGilley-Frye.com for the Linder family.