The funeral of Linda McPherson was one of the first three for victims of the mudslide that swamped the town of Oso in Washington state.<br/> <br />She's one of 30 people so far confirmed dead in the disaster that hit on March 22.<br/> <br />Her husband survived.<br/> <br />The couple's son paid tribute.<br/> <br />(SOUNDBITE)(English) SON OF LINDA MCPHERSON (NAME NOT GIVEN), SAYING:<br/> <br />"Growing up I can't remember a single time where she ever lost her temper. There were times when she was disappointed with our behaviour and there were times she would make that known with a wooden spoon which was always deserved. But in the 40 years I've been alive I've never seen my parents fight which I thought that was normal growing up. Now as an adult, I know how unusual and special that was."<br/> <br />McPherson's funeral on Saturday was due to be followed by another four on Sunday.<br/> <br />Search teams are still trying to find 13 people still unaccounted for
