Fairport: Born September 7, 1938 passed away October 11, 2014 with her children at her side. Linda was a devoted mother and grandmother, a lover of arts and a talented artist herself. Linda obtained her college degree in Education from Duquesne University of Pittsburgh. Prior to starting her family, Linda worked as an Educator in the Pittsburgh School System. Linda’s greatest joy was her devotion to her family and being the ultimate hockey Mom and Grandma. She’ll be desperately missed by all those who knew and loved her.
Linda is predeceased by her parents, Cecil & Lillian Jarrell; as well as her brother, Jerry Jarrell. Linda is survived by her 3 children, Pamela Zanon, Dan Zanon and Steve (Tricia) Zanon; as well as her grandchildren, Brooke, Danielle, Zachary, Kiara and Mitchell. She is also survived by her sister, Pat (John) Rectenwald; brother, Jim Jarrell; sister-in-law, Ann Jarrell; as well as her nieces and nephews, Scott, Susan, Jeremy, Jill, Matt and Paxton.
There will be a private family ceremony to celebrate Linda’s life. Linda’s favorite charity was St. Jude Children’s Hospital.