LCV Obituary

     Linda Casill Vogel, 35, of Voorhees, NJ passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on July 10, 2012. Despite a long fight with breast cancer, Linda will be remembered as not having been beaten by the disease. The illness could not alter her vibrant spirit, as she continued to live life passionately, laugh through it all, and love and be loved by many. 

     Raised in Gates, NY, Linda graduated from Gates-Chili High School in 1994 where she was active in many athletic and “mathletic” activities.  She was also involved in Young Life Youth Group and Summer’s Best Two Weeks camp as a camper and later a counselor.

     She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1998, where she was a member of the track and field team, an Alpha Gamma Delta sister, and first started playing ultimate frisbee.

     Linda was very involved in the ultimate frisbee community, playing on many competitive teams and qualifying for several National Championship tournaments.  Linda shared her love of the sport with friends and newcomers alike through spirited play and leadership roles in New Jersey and Philadelphia ultimate leagues.

     Linda worked for thirteen years as a consultant at ZS Associates, first in Princeton and then in Philadelphia.  She progressed through the company very successfully, being elected as Principal in 2010.  Linda loved what she did and the people she worked with, and this was evident through her dedication to clients and co-workers.  Her enthusiasm and work ethic have made a lasting impact on her ZS family.

     Since first being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005, Linda annually raised money, Raced for The Cure, advocated, and volunteered for cancer-related charities, most notably Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

     Linda is survived by her husband Michael Vogel, parents James and Patricia Casill, brother John Casill, Grandparents Arthur and Norma LaRosee, Goddaughter Regan, and many other relatives and friends. All are welcome to join in a Celebration of Linda's Life to be held at 4 PM Sunday, July 29 at the Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton, NJ. 

     Donations in her memory can be made to The Linda Casill Vogel Memorial Fund.

Appeared in the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle on Sunday, July 22, 2012.
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