Linda Rene Chiles

Linda Rene Chiles, of Cloverdale, Indiana, passed away on November 8, 2026, at Danville Rehabilitation Center following her battle with cancer.

 Born on March 17, 1961, in Marion County, Indiana, Linda was the daughter of Earl Leroy Book and Joan Marie Book (Ford). She graduated from Cloverdale High School in 1979 and later married Rowdy L. Chiles, with whom she welcomed two children. 

If there was one thing Linda knew how to do, it was to leave an impression. She was strong, resilient, caring, and, above all, fun. She had a personality that couldn't be overlooked and a spirit that couldn't easily be tamed. Life wasn't always easy, but Linda had a way of making the most of it. She was the kind of woman who could bring laughter into a room, keep things interesting, and give you a story to tell long after the day was over. You never quite knew what Linda might say or do next, but you could usually count on it being entertaining. 

She is survived by her two children, daughter Faith R. Albright/Chiles of Brazil, Indiana, and son Ryder T. Chiles of Coalmont, Indiana; her mother, Joan M. Book of Cloverdale; her brother, Edward L. Book of Cloverdale, and his wife, Mitzy, of Shelbyville; her sisters, Donna M. Book and Theresa R. Book, both of Cloverdale; her granddaughters, Mavrie L. Airhart and Mindle L. Airhart; and her grandson, Rowyn G. Chiles. She also leaves behind many nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her father, Earl L. Book; her brother, David A. Book; her paternal grandparents, Earl Clifton Book and Freda L. Book; and her maternal grandmother, Reatha M. Ford.

 Linda will be laid to rest at Boone Hutcheson Cemetery in Putnam County, Indiana. 

Those who loved Linda will carry her with them in the laughter, the memories, the family stories, and the moments when something happens that makes them think, "That sounds just like Linda." 

She will be loved, missed, and never forgotten.